Memorial benches, trees or plaques

The grounds of the site at the Horstmann Trust are beautiful and relaxing. They cover around 110 acres of diverse, mixed countryside and landscapes.

A memorial bench or tree is a thoughtful way to remember a loved one. It can stand as a reminder of their life for many years to come. It’s also a place for family and friends to reflect on memories and shared moments.

If you’re looking for a way to create a memorial for a loved one, then you can apply to donate a memorial bench or tree in some of our parks and open spaces The tree or bench can also have a plaque in dedication. Plaques can also be placed on an existing bench or tree.

We will maintain any memorial bench. We will not be able to replace the plaque or bench at the end of its useful life and we do not accept responsibility if a memorial is damaged, vandalised or stolen.

Memorial benches

 Types of benches

We offer an oak bench or a Clarendon bench, without or without a plaque.

• Oak bench without plaque: £800
• Oak bench with plaque: £1050
• Clarendon bench without plaque: £1250
• Clarendon bench with plaque: £1500
• Memorial plaque on existing bench: £300.

Putting the bench in place

Once the location and what you want written has been agreed,

Delivery and installation of the bench is included in the total cost. This will take around 8-12 weeks, from when the payment is made.

Only text inscriptions are allowed, graphics are not allowed. Final approval of text will be made  make sure it is suitable.

We welcome family members to attend when the memorial plaque is installed.

Bench removal

If your donated bench is in a bad condition, damaged or unsafe for public use, we will need to remove it. We will try to contact the family members to let them know and also ask whether they want to donate a replacement bench. If the family do not want a replacement or if we do not get a reply within six weeks, then we may offer the space to another family.