A funeral memory board brings together photos and memories of your loved one in one beautiful display for the service or wake. We design your memory board with you — free of charge, with unlimited revisions — printed on premium card or paper materials and delivered next-day, UK-wide. Message us on WhatsApp, call, or email to get started.
Why families choose us
- Free design & unlimited proofs
- Premium card or paper materials
- Next-day delivery UK-wide
- Personal, compassionate service from real people, not a template
How it works
- Send us your photos via WhatsApp, call, or email.
- We design your memory board and send a free proof — revise it as many times as you need.
- We print and deliver next-day, UK-wide.
Example memory boards
Gathering photographs when you are exhausted
Nobody feels ready to sort through albums in the days around a funeral, so it helps to make the job smaller. Ask two or three relatives to each pick a handful of pictures rather than leaving it all to one person. Different people remember different chapters, and the board ends up showing a whole life instead of one version of it.
A rough order that works well when you are short of energy:
- Start with the phone. Most of the recent pictures are already there, and a family group chat is often the quickest way to collect them.
- Move on to prints in drawers and shoeboxes. Photograph them flat in daylight, or hold them to a window with the phone straight on, so the picture is not tilted.
- Keep the originals safe. A print that has been written on the back, creased or stuck in an old album page is worth treasuring, so you can send a photo of it now and decide later whether a proper scan is worth doing.
- Ask friends. Colleagues, neighbours and old school friends often hold pictures the family has never seen.
Choosing which pictures earn a place
A board with too many tiny pictures can feel like a wall of noise, while one with too few can leave people wondering where the rest of the story went. Think in terms of a few anchors and a supporting cast.
- One large, clear portrait that people will recognise from across a room.
- A few medium pictures showing a favourite place, hobby, job or pet.
- A scattering of smaller candid shots: laughing at a table, on a beach, holding a baby.
- At least one picture of the people who are in the room, because mourners often look for themselves.
It is also worth thinking about who stands where. Pictures taken before and after a family disagreement, or with someone who is now estranged, can be quietly left out or placed with care. If you are unsure, say so when you send the photos and we can talk it through.
What makes a photo print well
Print needs more detail than a screen does. A picture that looks fine on a phone can turn soft when blown up to a large board.
- Send the original file where you can, not a copy forwarded through a messaging app that has squeezed it down. Sharing as a document or file, rather than as a picture, usually keeps more of the detail.
- Very small, dark or blurred pictures are better used small. Our team can tell you honestly which pictures will carry a larger size.
- Old black and white photos, faded colour prints and pictures with creases can often be tidied during design, so please do not leave them out because of their condition.
- If someone is half hidden or the background is cluttered, say what matters in the picture and we can crop with that in mind.
For more on files and resolution, the general advice in our artwork and file preparation guide applies to memory boards as well.
Words and small details
Photographs do the heavy lifting, but a few words can pull a board together. Many families add:
- Their name as people knew it, and dates or simply the years.
- A short line in their own voice, a favourite saying, or a line from a reading used at the service.
- Headings such as "Family", "Friends", "Working life" or "Holidays" to organise the pictures into groups.
- A small note inviting guests to share stories, if there will be a book or cards nearby.
Please check names and dates carefully before you approve a proof. Ask a second person to read the wording aloud. It is easy to miss a misspelt name when you have read it a dozen times.
Planning how it will be displayed
Before you settle on a layout, find out how the board will actually be shown. Ask the venue, the funeral director or the person running the wake a few simple questions.
- Will it stand on an easel, lean against a wall, sit on a table or hang? The answer affects which orientation works, portrait or landscape.
- How much space is there? A board that looks right on screen can feel cramped or lost in a larger hall, and a crematorium chapel may have only a small table near the door.
- Is the light bright, dim or from a window behind the board? Glare can wash out glossy surfaces, so mention it when you request your quote and we can talk about what will read well.
- Who is bringing it, and how? A large board needs a car with space or a helper to carry it, and the venue may need to know it is coming.
Mention your deadline when you ask for a quote, and plan to order early rather than late. A calm, early start leaves time for the proof stage, which is where most of the thoughtful changes happen.
Different kinds of memorial occasion
A memory board is not only for a funeral service. Families use them at the wake, a scattering of ashes, a memorial walk, a celebration of life held weeks later, or an anniversary gathering. The tone can shift to suit the occasion. A funeral board often leans quiet and dignified, while a celebration of life might be brighter, with bold colour and plenty of laughter in the pictures. If you plan more than one gathering, tell us, since a board can sometimes be designed to work in more than one place.
Some families pair the board with other printed pieces so everything feels like part of the same tribute: the order of service, a bookmark or a thank-you card, or garments for the family to wear on the day. Matching a photograph, typeface and colour across these things creates a feeling of care without anyone needing to say so. Our funeral and memorial printing guide shows how the pieces fit together.
Frequently asked questions
How many photographs should I include?
There is no right number. A common pattern is one large portrait, a few medium pictures and a group of smaller ones, but a single beautiful photograph with a few words can be just as moving. Send more than you think you need, and we will help you choose.
Can I include pictures of a pet, a home or a favourite place?
Of course. Many boards include the garden someone loved, their dog, a fishing spot or the shop they ran. These details often start conversations among guests who might otherwise stand quietly.
What if some of my photos are low quality?
Send them anyway and say which ones matter most. Some can be used small, some can be improved a little in design, and we will tell you honestly if a picture is unlikely to look good at a bigger size.
Can I take the board home afterwards?
Many families do, and some pass the pictures on to children and grandchildren. If you want to keep it, tell us at the start so that we can think about how it is made and what layout suits it, and take care when you store it flat and away from damp.
Should I print one board or several?
It depends on the numbers expected and the venue. Some families like a main board near the entrance and a smaller one by the guest book, or separate boards for different parts of a life. Tell us about the room and the guest list and we can suggest what might work.
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Wherever your service is being held
Families across the whole of the UK have trusted us with their memory boards, from Southampton to Sunderland, Cardiff to Aberdeen, and everywhere in between. Whether the wake is in a small village hall or a city crematorium — in Bristol, Nottingham, Belfast, Coventry, Sheffield, Plymouth, Norwich, Dundee, Swansea, Newcastle, or a town not listed here — we'll get your board designed, printed and delivered next-day, ready in time.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a funeral memory board cost?
Message us on WhatsApp, call, or email with your requirements and we'll send you a personalised quote.
How do I choose photos for a memory board?
Send us as many photos as you'd like to include, along with any preferences on layout or theme — we'll design a board that reflects your loved one, and you can request changes until you're happy.
Can I see a design before it's printed?
Yes. Every memory board includes a free design proof, and we offer unlimited revisions until you're completely happy — no printing happens until you approve it.
What size are funeral memory boards?
We offer a range of sizes to suit your venue. Message us with your requirements and we'll recommend the best size for your display.
Do you deliver UK-wide?
Yes, we deliver next-day anywhere in the UK.
Do you offer same-day delivery?
In some cases, yes — it depends on your location, order, and how early in the day you get in touch. If you're on a very tight deadline, message us straight away and we'll always try to find a solution, though we can't guarantee same-day for every order.