WOODCRAFT NEWS ARCHIVE

What Makes a Wooden Bench Last 25+ Years Outdoors?

What Makes a Wooden Bench Last 25+ Years Outdoors?

Posted on January 14, 2026

When choosing an outdoor bench, most people assume the difference between one that lasts five years and one that lasts decades comes down to luck or mainte...
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The Hospital of St Cross & Almshouse of Noble Poverty, Winchester. Crafting a bench built to belong

The Hospital of St Cross & Almshouse of Noble Poverty, Winchester. Crafting a bench built to belong

Posted on January 08, 2026

Tucked just outside the historic city of Winchester sits The Hospital of St Cross & Almshouse of Noble Poverty, one of England’s oldest charitable inst...
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Three Years On at Risby Folly: When a Bench Becomes Part of the Landscape

Three Years On at Risby Folly: When a Bench Becomes Part of the Landscape

Posted on January 05, 2026

Almost three years ago, we installed an 8ft  memorial bench at Risby Folly in East Yorkshire — a peaceful spot beside the water, surrounded by woodland and...
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Why Memorial Benches Still Matter

Why Memorial Benches Still Matter

Posted on January 02, 2026

In a world that moves quickly and lives increasingly online, physical places of remembrance matter more than ever.Memorial benches offer something simple, ...
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Happy New Year: 2026 Price Update: Supporting Our Customers

Happy New Year: 2026 Price Update: Supporting Our Customers

Posted on January 01, 2026

Over the past year, we’ve spent a lot of time talking with our customers — both those discovering us for the first time and the many loyal customers who ha...
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Wishing You a Very Merry Christmas from All of Us

Wishing You a Very Merry Christmas from All of Us

Posted on December 23, 2025

As the year draws to a close, we’d like to take a moment to wish all of our customers — past, present, and future — a very Merry Christmas and a Happy Holi...
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25% Savings on Standard Range of York, Beverley and Mendip Benches and 15% Savings on Curved Benches!

25% Savings on Standard Range of York, Beverley and Mendip Benches and 15% Savings on Curved Benches!

Posted on December 01, 2025

As the season draws to a close, we are pleased to offer exceptional discounts across our range of high-quality wooden garden benches — ideal for organisati...
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Crafting a Curved Scarborough Wooden Bench for a Customer in Edinburgh

Crafting a Curved Scarborough Wooden Bench for a Customer in Edinburgh

Posted on November 28, 2025

At Woodcraft UK, we take great pride in creating handcrafted wooden benches that combine traditional joinery with thoughtful design. One of our signature d...
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New Waveform Bench for Kirkburn Parish Council: A Tribute to VE and VJ Day

New Waveform Bench for Kirkburn Parish Council: A Tribute to VE and VJ Day

Posted on November 24, 2025

To commemorate the significant historical events of VE (Victory in Europe) and VJ (Victory over Japan) Day, a new 1.80m Waveform bench has been delivered t...
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Bespoke Wooden Obelisks for a Garden in Wetherby

Bespoke Wooden Obelisks for a Garden in Wetherby

Posted on November 18, 2025

We recently completed a pair of bespoke garden obelisks for a private customer in Wetherby, and we were able to capture a few construction shots along the ...
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End-of-Season Savings on Our Stunning Curved Benches!

End-of-Season Savings on Our Stunning Curved Benches!

Posted on October 12, 2025

We're wrapping up the season with a fantastic offer you won't want to miss! We're giving a 15% discount on our gorgeous, bespoke curved benches.We've been ...
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