The memorials policy was placed on hold during 2023, as Seaford Town was running out of suitable locations to place new memorial benches and plaques, with council officers given time to explore how best to continue with the growing enquiries and lack of space within the town, to look at what can be offered going forwards with a recommencement date for the revised Memorial Policy of 1st April 2026.
Memorial Policy Exception
In January 2025, the Town Clerk recommended the creation of an exceptions process to the memorial’s policy pause, for one off-circumstances that may arise in the interim of the memorial policy being paused.
The exceptions process will require one third of the total number of elected Councillors (currently seven) to write to the Town Clerk via email admin@seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk, in clear support of a specific memorial request, for the Town Clerk to include the proposal to a Full Council agenda for Councillors to debate and vote on approving or rejecting the request as an exception.
Any exceptions considered through this process would be on an individual case-by-case basis, taking into account the specific details of the request, without creating a precedent which could undermine the temporary pause of the memorial policy itself.
If you wish to contact councillors directly regarding your memorial request, as advised within the email reply, please click on the following link www.seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk/councillor-contact-details
Seaford holds a special place in many people’s memories and, wherever possible, the Council will endeavour to assist in the creation of a fitting memorial to remember loved ones by or to celebrate a notable event.
Due to the popularity of several locations, priority is given to those who have resided in Seaford at some time in their life.
Seaford Head Nature Reserve
We regret that it is no longer possible to donate a bench to be located on the Seaford Head Nature Reserve overlooking the Seven Sisters as this land is managed by the Sussex Wildlife Trust who wish to keep it as natural as possible.
The Shoal
Please note that plaques at The Shoal have now fully sold out and there are no spaces for more plaques.
Available Spaces
NO SPACES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE – OUR MEMORIAL SERVICES ARE CURRENTLY UNDER REVIEW. PLEASE CHECK BACK HERE FOR FURTHER UPDATES.
Scattering of Ashes
Seaford Town Council recognises that requests to scatter ashes are made with deeply personal and heartfelt intentions, and we are mindful of the significance this holds for families and loved ones. However, the scattering of ashes on land owned or managed by Seaford Town Council is not permitted.
This is due to environmental considerations, the need to carefully manage public open spaces, and to ensure that other users of these shared areas are not adversely affected. Some Council-owned sites also contain sensitive habitats, where such activity could have an unintended impact. The scattering of ashes requires the permission of the landowner.
In order to protect public spaces and maintain them as respectful, accessible environments for everyone, Seaford Town Council does not grant permission for the scattering of ashes on its land. We appreciate your understanding and would encourage families to consider locations that are specifically designated for memorial or remembrance purposes.
* This page was last updated February 2026*
