Carved Oak Memorial Bench — Personalised School Tribute Bench with Phoenix & Doves

A memorial bench that tells a story of kindness, remembrance and hope.
Hand-carved from solid Welsh oak, this personalised tribute bench was created to honour a beloved teacher — and crafted with symbols chosen for their deep meaning.

A rising phoenix and two doves sit proudly on each back post, representing renewal, peace, and a life that continues to inspire. The hand-engraved landscape scene features three crosses on the hillside, with birds in flight and rolling clouds — a gentle nod to faith, hope and new beginnings.

The front stretcher carries the words Be Kind, a message this community wanted to carry forward.

Every detail is carved, shaped and finished by our small workshop team, using sustainably sourced oak. The bench can be personalised with names, dates, scripture, school mottos, or symbolic carvings such as flowers, animals, hills, or birds.

This bench is perfect for:

• Schools, churches and faith communities
• Memorial gardens and remembrance areas
• Tributes to teachers, mentors or loved ones
• Spaces where reflection and kindness are encouraged

Each bench is made to order, designed around the story you want to tell.

If you’d like your own carved memorial bench with personalised artwork, please get in touch — we can sketch ideas and create a unique design just for you.