For generations, friends and families of Bedford School have recognised their loved one’s connections to the school in a number of enduring ways.
Trees
The school estate has a varied mix of mature trees, many of which were planted in memory of Old Bedfordians or friends of the school. Their presence has ensured a lasting memory and enhances the overall aesthetics of the estate for each generation to enjoy.
Benches *
Sport is an important part of the school’s ethos. On an autumnal afternoon or on a sultry summer’s evening there is no better sight than that of the boys playing sport. The many benches positioned around the pitches provide spectators with a welcome place to rest and enjoy the sportsmanship. Many families and individuals have purchased these benches over the years. The inscribed brass plaques on the benches give an opportunity to memorialise a loved one’s fondness of sport, or the school, and provide family members an opportunity to quietly reflect and connect back with an individual.
Langham Pavilion Plaques *
The original paving stones laid in front of the Langham Pavilion steps, when it was refurbished in 2011, became heavily worn over the years due to heavy footfall and adverse weather. As a result, many of the inscriptions becoming unreadable. The school replicated the inscriptions on individual plaques placed on two large oak boards positioned on either side of the pavilion entrance under the eaves.
This enabled us to add additional plaques to the board and to offer our community the opportunity to purchase a plaque either for themselves, family members or to remember a group.
Quarry Theatre Plaques
The school's splendid Theatre, the Quarry Theatre, is an impressive performing arts facility. Here pupils have the opportunity to perform in a 286-seat professional theatre which also houses a drama studio and flexible exhibition spaces. The theatre is also used by visiting performers and theatre groups from Bedford across the UK and around the world, and is a National Theatre Live film venue. Members of our community have the opportunity to name a seat in the theatre, which helps support the work of the theatre. Naming a seat is the perfect birthday, anniversary or wedding gift or is a wonderful way to remember a loved one.
The cost for naming these items is as follows;
Bench – £1,200
Plaque – £250
To find out more and to register you interest, email Foundation@bedfordschool.org.uk
*All monies raised from the purchase of benches or Langham Pavilion plaques will be used by the school Sports Department to continue to develop our facilities to remain competitive amongst our peer group.