Memorial plaques · Brass or stainless steel
Memorial bench plaques for mum and dad
A bench where they loved to sit is a lovely way to remember a mum, dad, nan or grandad. We engrave brass and stainless steel plaques for one person or for a couple together. Engraved in our Cardiff workshop, with a free proof before anything is engraved and no minimum order.
One plaque for both
Two names and dates sit comfortably on a 6 x 4" or 7 x 5" plaque, with a short line underneath.
Matching an existing plaque
Adding a plaque for dad next to mum’s? Send us a photo and we’ll match the metal, size and font.
In Welsh
Mam, Dad, Nain and Taid or Mamgu and Tadcu: we engrave Welsh wording and accents correctly, on its own or alongside English.
Wording ideas
Pick one to start from and change the names and dates in the designer. More wording ideas.
- For mumIn loving memory of our wonderful Mum Mary Thomas 1941 – 2025Use this wording →
- For mumFor Mum, who loved to sit here with her tea and watch the ducksUse this wording →
- For dadIn loving memory of Dad Alan Hughes 1939 – 2024Use this wording →
- For dadDad Your walk is over, rest here a whileUse this wording →
- For bothIn loving memory of Mum and Dad Together foreverUse this wording →
- For nan and grandadFor Nan and Grandad who loved this park and all of usUse this wording →
Sizes
A guide to how much wording fits at a size that’s easy to read. Other sizes are available, and we can match a plaque already on the bench.
| Size | Millimetres | Lines of wording |
|---|---|---|
| 8 x 3" | 203 x 76mm | Up to about 4 |
| 6 x 4" | 152 x 102mm | Up to about 5 |
| 7 x 5" | 178 x 127mm | Up to about 6 |
| 10 x 5" | 254 x 127mm | Up to about 6 |
| 8 x 6" | 203 x 152mm | Up to about 7 |
| A4 (10.7 x 8.2") | 272 x 208mm | Up to about 10 |
Every plaque with screw holes comes with stainless steel screws, so it won’t stain the wood. Usually ready 10–14 working days after you approve the proof, then posted to you.
Plaques we’ve engraved
Real plaques from our Cardiff workshop. See more of our work.
Reviews
What our customers say
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Frequently asked questions
What do you write on a memorial plaque for mum or dad?
Most families choose their name and years with a short line, such as “In loving memory of our wonderful Mum” or “Who loved this view”. See the examples above or our full wording ideas.
Can one plaque have both parents’ names?
Yes. Two names and dates fit comfortably on a 6 x 4 or 7 x 5 inch plaque, with a short line underneath.
Can you match a plaque already on the bench?
Yes. Send us a photo of the existing plaque and we’ll match the metal, size and font as closely as we can.
Can the plaque be in Welsh?
Yes. We engrave Welsh wording and accents correctly, in Welsh, English or both.
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See your plaque before you order
Try your wording, size and font in the designer, then send it for a quote within 24 hours.
