Park Bench Stories

Through conversations with partners, parents, friends and families, we’ve gathered life stories about the people for whom benches have been dedicated. With their permission, we’re sharing these stories here. Where a story is told, you’ll also find a QR code on the dedicated bench in the park.

Who was Lily?
Wendy Hodgson Wendy Hodgson

Who was Lily?

From a small child Lily loved dinosaurs, dragons and mythology, she would watch, read, draw and access anything linked to these loves.  She was a fiercely loyal friend and devoted sibling to Jasmine and Benjamin.  She had stunning long ginger hair and was covered in gorgeous freckles, all who knew her can bring to mind her infectious giggle.

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Our hope is when you rest on a bench, you feel a sense of connection with the person the bench is dedicated to.




Do you have a bench dedicated to someone you love?

We’d love to bring their story to life please get in touch.