A Guide to Our Outdoor Furniture: Part 3, Semi Bespoke Benches

Posted on July 07, 2025

In the realm of handcrafted furniture, the terms "standard" and "bespoke" are frequently employed. While the distinction may be clear to manufacturers, the...

A Guide to Our Outdoor Furniture: Part 2, Our Standard Range

Posted on July 01, 2025

When engaging with our clientele, we frequently employ the terms 'standard' and 'bespoke' to describe our products. However, it has become apparent that th...

A Guide to Our Outdoor Furniture: Part 1, An Introduction to Standard, Semi-Bespoke, and Fully Bespoke Options

Posted on June 30, 2025

When engaging with our valued customers, we frequently employ the terms "standard" and "bespoke" to delineate our product offerings. While we possess a com...

Charles Birmingham's New Helmsley Bench in Normandy

Posted on May 29, 2025

When you think of Normandy, what comes to mind? For many, it’s the haunting memories of World War II, a time when this beautiful region was a battleground....

From a woodworking class to world class woodworking. The story of how a hobby turned into delivering craftsmanship for over 35 years.

Posted on April 30, 2025

Founded in 1990 by Michael Davidson, Woodcraft UK has evolved from a small venture into a prominent manufacturer of high-quality wooden furniture. While ma...

Discovering the Wonders of the Yorkshire Arboretum at Castle Howard - a home of many Woodcraft benches

Posted on December 24, 2024

Picture: The Yorkshire Arboretum and grounds to Castle Howard in the snow This Christmas Eve marks the launch of a new feature on our blog! We're excited t...

More Wooden Benches Heading To St James's Park: A Historic Oasis in London

Posted on August 16, 2024

St James's Park, the oldest Royal Park in London, is an essential part of the city's ceremonial landscape. Established in 1603 as a hunting ground, the par...

Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings

Posted on June 06, 2024

Picture credit: https://www.iwm.org.uk/ Today marks the 80th anniversary of the historic D-Day landings, a pivotal moment in history that changed the cours...

How to go about installing a Memorial Bench in a public space in Hull and East Yorkshire.

Posted on May 31, 2024

Losing a loved one is never easy, but finding a meaningful way to honour their memory can bring comfort and solace. One beautiful way to commemorate a cher...

Woodcraft UK and our Wooden Park Benches on Beverley Westwood

Posted on May 30, 2024

As I sit on one of our handcrafted benches at Beverley Westwood, where it all started, I can't help but feel proud of the journey Woodcraft UK has taken ov...

Remembering the Heroes of 158 Squadron: A Tribute to D-Day Landings

Posted on April 21, 2024

Picture credit: Ackers72 As we approach the 80th anniversary of the WW2 D-Day landings on 6th June, I had the privilege of stumbling upon a poignant tribu...