Memorial Benches
Memorial benches offer a meaningful and lasting tribute to loved ones, while also providing comfortable seating for visitors in our community spaces. Your donation helps enhance accessibility and enjoyment in our parks.
We welcome donations of benches from the public for installation in various parks and cemeteries across the County Borough. The type of bench will be selected by the department based on the location. You may also choose to include a memorial plaque with an inscription.
Please note that we are currently unable to accommodate any additional benches around Cyfarthfa Park Lake as we are currently at capacity, however welcome donations in our other parks and open spaces where sufficient space is available.
To request an application form, please submit a general advice enquiry via our Report It page. We will then send you the form or contact you directly.
Once we receive your completed application, we will provide an approximate cost—usually around £1,200. Payment must be made in advance. If your application is accepted, we will contact you to arrange payment prior to installation. Please note that no bench will be installed without payment.
Benches are installed only between January and March.
Please be aware that floral tributes, pots, toys, covers, or other memorial items must not be placed at the base of or on any memorial bench. The Council reserves the right to remove any unauthorised items.