Meet the Team
We're a small, family-run team at Windmills Natural Green Burial Ground, dedicated to providing a gentle, personal approach during life’s most sensitive moments. With care, compassion, and a deep respect for nature, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Owner and Funeral Celebrant
Jo Painter
​Along with husband Neil, Jo founded The Windmills in 2020. Her compassionate and understanding persona, teamed with 25 years of experience in working with addictions, offenders and victims, has provided her with the skill set to support and assist those bereaved in arranging their loved one's burial/interment. Jo's role is to facilitate coffin & ash burials and to liaise with Funeral Directors to ensure the deceased and their families' wishes are met. Jo trained as a Humanist Celebrant in 2021 and delivers bespoke ceremonies

Owner and Groundsman
Neil Painter
​Neil is Jo's other half and joint founder of The Windmills. He is often found measuring and preparing graves, planting trees, mowing and performing the general upkeep of the site. But he is much more than that! He keeps Jo sane and is instrumental to the success of The Windmills. A background in construction with strong leadership skills, he knows what will work and what won't!​​​

Groundsman
Ron Painter
Ron is father/father-in-law and helps with the maintenance of the site, assisting with the dressing of/backfilling of graves, mowing & tree planting. He is on hand to talk through any questions people may have upon visiting. A friendly face, he is always armed with a flask of coffee and sandwiches!

Humanist Funeral Celebrant
Kerry Painter
Having completed her training with Humanist UK at the end of 2021, Kerry writes and delivers beautiful heart-felt ceremonies here at The Windmills. She is a perfectionist and will go that extra mile to make sure she honours the life of those who have passed away and celebrate the life they lived.

Gravedigger
Gordon
Gordon our gravedigger. With over 60 years experience in construction digger driving he is invaluable and the most reliable chap.

Plaque supplier
Mark
Mark is our wooden memorial plaque and post maker. Mark is highly experienced in designing and laser engraving the plaques and posts, and his communication skills are excellent. A true gentleman, he will work with you to achieve the perfect and fitting memorial for your loved one.
Contact us
Jo Painter - 07891 214564
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