Memorial Benches and Trees

The Council receives from time to time occasional requests from members of the public who wish to place a memorial bench or tree within a public open space.

These are often areas with which individuals or families have a particular connection or special relationship. There is no legislative requirement for the provision of memorial benches or trees although it is accepted that they provide a useful amenity as well as improving and adding value to the environment.

Full policy can be viewed below and downloadable application forms and Standard Form of Agreements are in the related document section, alternatively you can apply on-line for memorial tree or memorial bench.

 

Memorial Bench / Tree Costs

Bench & Plaque – supplied by Council £550
Plaque only on existing bench £100
Memorial Tree (1.5-1.75m) and plaque supplied by Council * £50
Plaque only on wooden stake beside existing tree £50

*If tree costs more than £20 applicant will have to pay access amount over and above cost

Downloads
File Type Size Date
Application for Memorial Bench and or plaque pdf 344 KB 5th April 2022
Application for Memorial Tree pdf 248 KB 5th April 2022
Memorial Bench Policy V4(3) pdf 757 KB 18th May 2022