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House Signs
All of our house signs are available in a variety of sizes and can be personalised with your chosen motifs — or kept simple and plain if you prefer. We hope the examples below inspire your design, and when you’re ready to create and order your own, please visit our online shop.
House Number Signs
At Signs Of The Times Ltd, we design and craft House Number Signs that combine style, clarity, and durability. Our signs can be personalised to suit your home, with a range of sizes, materials, fonts, and finishes to complement any property. Whether you prefer a classic, traditional look or a modern design, we ensure each house number sign is carefully made to the highest standard, providing both practical visibility and a touch of character to your home’s exterior.
Architectural Signs
At Signs Of The Times, we specialise in the creation of architectural signs. With over 30 years of experience and a skilled, knowledgeable team, we welcome even the most challenging projects. Our focus is on bespoke signs, particularly those featuring intricate relief details. Letters, borders, logos, motifs, and elaborate coats of arms can be raised from the base or engraved for a striking effect. Signs can be single or double-sided (two cast panels mounted back-to-back) and can even be curved to fit convex or concave walls.
Boundary Signs
“FIRST IMPRESSIONS COUNT” … What impression does your village, town, or city entrance give to visitors? Attractive cast boundary signs highlighting a unique feature of the area can make a lasting impact. We have been creating “Welcome to” Town and Village Boundary signs for almost 30 years, and they can be seen across the country. Check our Google Maps tab to see if there’s one near you.
Brackets & Accessories
Whether your sign needs to be wall-mounted, attached to a post, or displayed on a decorative bracket, Signs Of The Times can provide a solution tailored to your needs.
Bronze Castings
Bronze cast plaques have adorned buildings and memorials for centuries. Whether featuring a portrait, a full narrative, or simply text, our plaques are used on government and historic buildings, in parks, embedded in pavements, and on private homes.
Builder Development Signs
Show house signs and estate entrance signs provide the perfect finishing touch to any new housing development, giving it a distinctive character. Enhance your site further with branded wayfinding signs, car park signs, and personalised door numbers to keep everything organised and visually appealing.
Coats of Arms
Signs of the Times are experts in creating Coats of Arms. Our heraldic artists possess deep knowledge of heraldry’s history and rules, and, working alongside our skilled pattern maker, they are able to reproduce intricate details in striking relief.
Commemorative Plaques & Signs
As a specialist in commemorative signs, we can help you honour historic events or heritage buildings, no matter their age or significance.
Directional Signs & Fingerposts
Directional signs come in a variety of styles:
Directional Fingerposts – cast in aluminium with raised letters and details. See the Fingerpost page under Street Furniture or order online from our Shop.
Maps – cast in polyurethane with relief detail, as in the Ampthill Square Estate example, or alternatively printed on aluminium and encapsulated.
Internal Directional Signs – cast in polyurethane with raised details, painted to complement the décor, or printed on aluminium composite panels with Braille.
Street Signs – featuring directional arrows for clear navigation.
For more information on directional signs, visit our Street Furniture section.
Embassy & Consulate Signs
Signs Of The Times Ltd are internationally recognised for creating highly detailed, bespoke signs for embassies and consulates.
Materials
Our signs are cast in solid rigid polyurethane and finished with high-quality, long-lasting paints, ensuring they withstand even the most challenging climates.
Finish & Appearance
Letters, borders, logos, motifs, and intricate coats of arms are all rendered in relief. Backgrounds are spray-finished, while all relief details are hand-painted by our skilled artists.
Design & Artwork
We encourage clients to provide artwork, dimensions, and shape requirements early so we can provide accurate quotes and assist with design.
Fixings
Signs can be single or double-sided and curved to fit concave or convex walls. They can be drilled for wall mounting, or we can supply posts with all necessary fixings.
Encapsulated Aluminium Panels
Our encapsulated aluminium panels are versatile and durable, suitable for a wide range of applications. Crafted from strong materials and printed with specialist inks, they are built to endure harsh conditions and resist vandalism, including graffiti.
Estate Signs
Estate signs don’t have to serve only as directional markers; they can enhance the overall landscaping. Visual interest can be created by incorporating raised motifs, and including your company logo provides instant recognition for visitors.Building signs, street signs, and directional signs can also follow a consistent theme, adding character and fostering a sense of community.
Golf Club Signs
Over the years, Signs Of The Times have created signs for many of the UK’s most prestigious golf clubs. While entrance signs are the most prominent in our range, attention should also be given to directional signs, building signs, and tee markers. Our tee markers vary from simple designs to more detailed signs that include a map of the hole and its ratings.
Individual Letters
We create striking, high-quality individual letters with your logo accurately reproduced. We specialise in solid cast polyurethane letters, which can be painted in any RAL colour. We also offer flat-cut and built-up lettering in a variety of materials, as well as LED backlit letters with fixings suitable for many different surfaces.
Memorial Signs
Memorials are created for many purposes, whether to honour a special person, a significant event, or a cherished pet. They can take many forms and be crafted from a range of materials.
Perspex & Aluminium
Ideal for indoor or outdoor use, these signs are made from 11swg aluminium and can be sized to your specifications. The face is covered with digitally printed vinyl and finished with a gloss or matt laminate for protection.
Fixings: Aluminium signs can be drilled for wall mounting, or channeled for post installation using anti-rotational clips.
Pet Portraits & Memorial Plaques
We all cherish our pets and often want a special way to remember them after they’re gone or celebrate them while they’re with us.
A portrait of your pet, beautifully painted on a commemorative memorial plaque or a house number/name plaque, is a wonderful way to do this.
We offer a variety of shapes and sizes, finished in the colour of your choice. Simply provide a clear photograph of your dog, cat, horse, or any beloved pet, and our skilled artists will reproduce it in durable, long-lasting paints.
Royal Coats of Arms
The Royal Coat of Arms of the United Kingdom, also known as the Royal Arms, represents the authority of the British Monarch, currently King Charles III. These arms are displayed on government buildings across the UK and worldwide, including courts, prisons, embassies, and Customs & Excise offices.
For many years, Signs Of The Times have been recognised as experts in both the design and manufacture of Coats of Arms. Our talented artists apply their extensive knowledge of heraldic history to every project and are always happy to advise and collaborate with clients.
A significant part of our portfolio includes Royal Heraldry, having crafted Queen Elizabeth II’s Royal Coats of Arms for organisations across the UK and abroad. With the accession of King Charles III, a revised design has been introduced to reflect his reign.
For more details about bespoke Coats of Arms, visit our Coats of Arms section.
Refurbishment
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Signs Of The Times provide a comprehensive refurbishment service for signs made from most materials.The process begins with a photographic record of the original detail, after which castings are stripped of their faded paint using sandblasting or chemical cleaning. Our skilled artists then apply fresh colours, restoring the signs to their original splendour.Metal signs can sometimes be rejuvenated through polishing alone, though more intricate work such as enamelling or gold leaf may occasionally be required.In 2005, Signs of the Times were commissioned by Bournemouth Borough Council to refurbish signs we had originally made for them 12 years earlier.
Stainless Steel Noticeboard Cabinets
Produced in a variety of standard sizes, these noticeboard cabinets are designed to be both practical and versatile.
Blue Plaques
At Signs Of The Times Ltd, we are specialist sign makers dedicated to crafting high-quality Blue Plaques that celebrate people, places, and events of historical significance. With decades of experience in traditional signmaking, we combine heritage craftsmanship with modern precision to create plaques that are both durable and beautifully finished. Working closely with local authorities, historical societies, and community groups, we help preserve history by ensuring each plaque reflects the character and legacy of the location it honours.
Finger Posts
At Signs Of The Times Ltd, we design and manufacture traditional Finger Posts that combine timeless style with exceptional durability. Our expertly crafted signs are made using high-quality materials and authentic techniques to complement both rural and urban environments. We work closely with councils, heritage organisations, and community groups to create bespoke Finger Posts that provide clear, practical direction while enhancing the character and identity of their surroundings. Each piece reflects our commitment to craftsmanship, heritage, and lasting quality.
House Signs – Customise & Order
At Signs Of The Times Ltd, we create beautifully crafted House Signs that add character and individuality to every home. Each sign is made to order, allowing customers to customise the design, lettering, colours, and materials to perfectly match their style and property. Using a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern manufacturing techniques, we ensure every sign is built to last and finished to the highest standard. With our easy Customise & Order service, you can design your ideal house sign online and have it expertly made by our skilled team.
Memorial Plaques Shop
At Signs Of The Times Ltd, we take great care in crafting Memorial Plaques that offer a lasting and respectful tribute to loved ones, significant events, or cherished places. Our Memorial Plaques Shop allows customers to personalise and order bespoke plaques in a range of materials, finishes, and styles, all made to the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship. Whether for a public space, garden, or building, each plaque is created with sensitivity and attention to detail, ensuring a meaningful and enduring commemoration.
About us
With over 150 years of combined experience, Signs Of The Times Ltd is proud to be a trusted specialist in bespoke castings and design. Our dedicated team delivers exceptional service, reflected in the loyalty of our many returning clients and the lasting relationships we’ve built.
Founded in 1984, Signs Of The Times Ltd is a Bedfordshire-based manufacturer specialising in cast sign solutions and street furniture for a wide range of sectors across the UK and beyond. With over 150 years of combined expertise, the company began producing cast iron signs for railways and canals before expanding into bespoke designs for both domestic and commercial projects of all sizes.
Our Range Includes:
Our range of signs comes in a variety of sizes and can be customised with your chosen motifs or kept plain if preferred. Browse the examples below for inspiration, and when you’re ready to create and order your own design, simply visit our online shop.
- Architectural Signs
- House Signs
- Urban Walking Signs
- Blue Plaques
- Presentation Plaques
- Showhouse Signs
- Street Name Plates
- Commemorative & Informative Plaques
- Wall Mounted & Suspended Signs
- Fingerposts
- Street Furniture
- Letterboxes
- Estate Signs
- Coats of Arms
- Boundary Signs
- Orientation Boards
… And more.
Over the years, our skilled engineering team has gained extensive knowledge and expertise, benefiting both our company and our clients. We’ve earned a strong reputation for producing high-quality decorative signs that withstand severe weather and vandalism. Known for our creativity and customer-focused approach, we use a wide range of materials to craft durable, long-lasting products of exceptional quality.
Since our founding, we have designed, installed, and maintained signs and plaques across the UK, earning a reputation for fast, efficient service. Our products are highly regarded and consistently recommended by clients. We prioritise meeting every customer’s specific requirements, taking a thorough, collaborative approach to ensure strong, lasting relationships with all we work with.
Explore our website for inspiration and information, then get in touch to discuss your requirements or complete the enquiry form on our website to request a quote for a specific product.
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