Benches inspired by Ricky Gervais' hit Netflix series After Life have been placed around the UK, encouraging us to talk more about grief.

Charity CALM (which stands for Campaign Against Living Miserably) and Netflix have created 25 benches in total - an ode to After Life character Tony's friendship with fellow widow Anne.

The benches - which read 'Hope is everything' - are a reminder to those dealing with mental health struggles about the power of talking.

There are 20 After Life benches in England, two in Scotland and two in Wales currently found on the official list of locations.

Wandsworth Times: Undated handout photo issued by Netflix. The benches were commissioned with suicide prevention charity the Campaign Against Living Miserably (Calm) and feature QR codes leading to online resources and a message of support. Undated handout photo issued by Netflix. The benches were commissioned with suicide prevention charity the Campaign Against Living Miserably (Calm) and feature QR codes leading to online resources and a message of support.

Where to find Netflix's After Life benches

  • Ashford, Victoria Park
  • Bath, Sydney Gardens
  • Birmingham, Cotton Park
  • Bristol, Ashton Court
  • Cardiff, Parc Cefn Onn
  • Cardiff, Victoria Park
  • Edinburgh, Calton Hill
  • Falmouth, Gyllyngdune Gardens
  • Glasgow, Glasgow Green
  • Liverpool, Stanley Park
  • Liverpool, Woolton Walled Gardens
  • London, Highgate Wood, NIO 3JN
  • London, Parliament Hill
  • London, Queens Park
  • London, Ravenscourt Park
  • London, Rookery Gardens & Woodland
  • London, York House Gardens
  • Manchester, Wythenshawe Park
  • Minehead, Blenheim Gardens
  • Newcastle, Exhibition Park
  • Nottingham, Arboretum
  • Nottingham, Highfields Park
  • Surrey Heath, Lightwater Country Park
  • Taunton, Vivary Park

After Life sees character Tony navigate the life-changing loss of his wife who chooses to keep living day by day and rebuild his life. 

Often Tony's character is found chatting to his graveyard companion Anne, as they share experiences of grief and sadness after losing a partner.

It is hoped the Netflix benches will help people reach out for help in a time of crisis - whether it's a kind stranger, friend or the CALM helpline. The free and confidential CALM helpline is open from 5pm until midnight on 0800 58 58 58.

Each After Life bench features QR codes leading to online resources and a message of support.

“I don’t think any harm can come from discussing taboo subjects – if we don’t, they stay taboo because people are scared to talk about them,”  comedian Ricky Gervais said.

He added: “After Life let people talk about grief, and it was so good to start the conversation.”