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Two York Benches on Their Way to Souda Bay War Cemetery, Crete

Two York Benches on Their Way to Souda Bay War Cemetery, Crete

Posted on March 27, 2026

Picture credit: www.cwgc.orgWe’ve recently completed two York benches for a very special destination — the Souda Bay War Cemetery in Crete.At the time of w...
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Ex-Display Waveform Furniture – Exceptional Savings on Handcrafted Hardwood Pieces

Ex-Display Waveform Furniture – Exceptional Savings on Handcrafted Hardwood Pieces

Posted on March 02, 2026

We currently have three beautiful ex-display pieces available at significantly reduced prices. Each item has been handcrafted in durable hardwood and built...
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The First of Two Curved York Memorial Benches for The Royal Parks London

The First of Two Curved York Memorial Benches for The Royal Parks London

Posted on February 28, 2026

Installed Beneath the Pergola in the Rose Garden, Greenwich ParkWe are proud to share the installation of the first bespoke curved York memorial bench in t...
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Remembering Ann Sayer: The Woman Behind the Bushy Park Bench

Remembering Ann Sayer: The Woman Behind the Bushy Park Bench

Posted on February 26, 2026

Picture of Ann's Bench: Teddington TownWhen we shared the story of the new curved bench destined for Bushy Park back in October 2023, we didn’t explain the...
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Heritage Garden Furniture: Designing with Sensitivity

Heritage Garden Furniture: Designing with Sensitivity

Posted on February 18, 2026

When furniture is introduced into a historic landscape, it must feel right — not just functional. It should sit quietly within its setting, enhance sightli...
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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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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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