{"title":"Garden Bench","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"572\"\u003eOur handcrafted \u003cstrong data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"350\"\u003egarden benches\u003c\/strong\u003e are designed to bring character, comfort, and lasting beauty to outdoor spaces. Made from solid wood in our Welsh workshop, each bench is carefully shaped and carved to create a piece that feels both natural and timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"574\" data-end=\"901\"\u003eWhether you're looking for a striking centrepiece for your garden or a meaningful \u003cstrong data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"674\"\u003ememorial bench\u003c\/strong\u003e, our designs combine craftsmanship with storytelling. From simple, elegant seating to richly carved, one-of-a-kind pieces, every bench is built to withstand the elements while adding warmth and personality to its surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003ePerfect for gardens, parks, schools, and special places of reflection, our wooden benches are made to be enjoyed for years to come — places to sit, pause, and connect with nature.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"products-bambi-memorial-oak-bench","title":"Bambi Memorial Oak Bench — 2 or 3 Seater","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hand-carved memorial bench in solid oak featuring Bambi and the woodland friends — gentle, iconic imagery for a tribute that speaks to anyone who loved an animal, or who lost someone who did.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bambi bench is chosen most often for children’s memorials, for animal lovers, and for those who found their joy in the natural world. The young deer carved into the oak carries the tender quality of the original story — something bright and gentle that the world can’t quite hold onto forever. It’s imagery that means something without having to explain itself, and that makes it one of our most requested memorial carvings. The inscription — a name, a date, a few chosen words — is carved directly into the timber, no plaques, no metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from solid oak and finished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for all-weather outdoor resilience, the Bambi Memorial Bench is available as a two seater at 140cm wide or a three seater at approximately 160cm for school or community settings. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved Bambi and woodland friend motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonalised inscription carved directly into the timber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — fully weatherproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as two seater (£1,820) or three seater (£1,970)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for gardens, churchyards, school grounds and parks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo seater: W140 × D60 × H120cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree seater: W160 × D60 × H120cm (approx)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height approx 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Bambi Memorial Bench begins with a conversation about who the bench is for — the inscription, any additional carving details, placement. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks; we can often work around ceremony and unveiling deadlines. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to start the conversation.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Two Seater","offer_id":56111952167287,"sku":"FRD-COM-OAK-1466","price":1820.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Three Seater","offer_id":56111952200055,"sku":"FRD-COM-OAK-1467","price":1970.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/bambi-memorial-oak-bench-2-seater-4098346.jpg?v=1759412474"},{"product_id":"design-your-own-chair","title":"Design Your Own Chair","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eYou can choose to personalise an item you see already on the website, or you can come up with a totally new design - we love  bespoke in all its forms!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003ePrices will vary depending on the wood and design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eCall us on 01650 570 305 or email freerangedesigns@gmail.com to get the ball rolling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003ePictured here is just a handful of the bespoke storytelling chairs that we have made. Each one started as an idea from an individual or a school, and was brought to life by the Free Range Designs team.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eBenches in memory of loved ones; storytelling chairs incorporating school emblems; huge, ambitious statement thrones for iconic places; we do it all, and we love it!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eDesigning your own furniture gives you the flexilbilty to make your storytelling chair or bench truly personal, with a message that is meaningful to you and your audience, and a unique twist that means no-one else in the world has the a piece exactly the same as yours!\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eDon't be afraid to contact us with your ideas, no matter how whacky you might think they are.  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12px;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500125348215,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1434","price":700.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/design-your-own-chair-7341350.jpg?v=1759412409"},{"product_id":"handcrafted-wooden-memorial-bench","title":"Eternal Memory Bench — Carved Portrait \u0026 Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eA memorial bench in solid oak with a hand-carved portrait of your loved one in the backrest — alongside the personal details, symbols and passions that defined them, and birds perched on each armrest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery memorial bench tells a story, but this one starts with a face. The portrait is carved from a photograph — the grain of the oak becoming part of the likeness, the wood giving the image a depth and permanence a photo frame can’t match. The bench pictured features a car alongside the portrait, because the person remembered was someone whose connection to a particular vehicle was part of who they were. That kind of specificity — the make, the model, the affection — is exactly what a memorial bench can carry that no other tribute manages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwo birds on the armrests mark the bench as a place of remembrance. Built from solid oak and finished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for all-weather outdoor resilience. Your version is worked out from scratch — portrait, personal details, symbols, inscription. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved portrait worked from your photograph — likeness set into the grain of the oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonalised symbols and motifs — cars, hobbies, emblems, meaningful scenes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo carved birds on the armrests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom inscription carved directly into the timber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — fully weatherproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for gardens, parks, churchyards and memorial spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW140 × D60 × H120cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height approx 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree seater version available on request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSend us a clear photograph and tell us what else belongs on the bench — the hobbies, the passions, the words. We’ll draw up a design and share it with you before we begin. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks; we can often work around ceremony and placement deadlines. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to start the conversation.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500127412599,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1374","price":2040.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/eternal-memory-handcrafted-memorial-bench-with-personal-portrait-2-seater-6429751.png?v=1759412394"},{"product_id":"giant-oak-chair-bench","title":"Giant Oak Chair — Solid Oak 2-Seater Outdoor Throne","description":"\u003cp\u003eA giant outdoor throne chair in solid Welsh oak — broad enough for two, built to last decades, and imposing enough to become the centrepiece of any garden or outdoor space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece was commissioned by a client who wanted something that couldn't be confused with anything from a garden centre. Solid oak, heavyweight construction, a high carved back with sweeping arms — and enough width across the seat to sit two adults side by side in genuine comfort. The brief was for something that would feel at home in a grand garden but was also made to actually be sat in, season after season, in the Welsh weather. That's what we built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt entirely from solid oak with solid hand-built joinery throughout and finished with Epifanes matt varnish — three coats — for outdoor durability. Oak is one of the hardest, most weather-resistant native timbers; a piece like this, well maintained, will outlast most garden furniture by decades. The total height of 180 cm gives it a presence that earns its place in any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTotal height: 180 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTotal width: 120 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInside seat width (back): 80 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInside seat width (front): 90 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeat height: 46 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% solid oak\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the hardest, most durable outdoor timbers available\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEpifanes matt varnish, 3 coats\u003c\/strong\u003e — premium outdoor finish for long-term protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid hand-built joinery throughout\u003c\/strong\u003e — heavyweight, built to last decades\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-seater seat width\u003c\/strong\u003e — genuine comfort for two adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e180 cm total height\u003c\/strong\u003e — a commanding presence in any garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully bespoke\u003c\/strong\u003e — dimensions and carved details to your specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chair can be made wider, taller, or with a single seat if preferred. Carved motifs, inscriptions, armrest details, and Celtic or Viking knotwork can all be added. Some clients have this made as a landmark piece for a walled garden; others as a commission for a special anniversary. Tell us what you're imagining and we'll price it from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTypical lead time is 4–5 weeks, though we're flexible if you have a deadline. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/celtic-viking-furniture\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eViking and Celtic thrones\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/garden-benches\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eoutdoor garden benches\u003c\/a\u003e, or view the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/storytelling-chairs\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003estorytelling chairs collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500128199031,"sku":"FRD-BEN-OAK-1359","price":1930.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/giant-oak-chair-bench-cosy-2-seater-7766706.jpg?v=1759412351"},{"product_id":"giant-park-bench","title":"Giant Storytelling Bench — Reclaimed Welsh Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Giant Storytelling Bench is a monumental outdoor bench hand-built from reclaimed Welsh oak fence posts — a piece of furniture that looks as though it has always been there, and probably always will be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach bench is made from solid oak posts that once stood in Welsh fields and hedgerows, brought back to life as a gathering place for children, communities and anyone who needs somewhere to sit and hear a story. The posts are carefully selected, hand-fitted and fixed with solid joinery that doesn't wobble or splinter after two wet winters. Available in two sizes — Giant (190 cm long) and Large (160 cm long) — both tall enough at seat height to feel like a proper landmark bench, not a garden seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for lasting outdoor protection. No paint, no stain — just the natural character of the reclaimed oak, sealed and protected for decades of outdoor use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGiant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Length 190 cm \/ Depth 70 cm \/ Height 110 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Length 160 cm \/ Depth 65 cm \/ Height 100 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReclaimed Welsh oak fence posts\u003c\/strong\u003e — timber with history, given a new life as a landmark piece of outdoor furniture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e — Giant (190 cm) or Large (160 cm), both built for schools, parks and public spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree coats of Epifanes matt varnish\u003c\/strong\u003e — premium exterior finish that weathers beautifully and lasts for decades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid hand-built joinery\u003c\/strong\u003e — robust, stable construction for permanent outdoor installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBespoke options available\u003c\/strong\u003e — carvings, inscriptions, school names or symbols worked into the posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bench can be personalised with carvings, inscriptions or decorative details worked into the posts — a school name, a favourite phrase, woodland creatures, or any motif that matters to your community. Tell us what you're imagining and we'll tell you what's possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTypical lead time is 4–5 weeks, though we're flexible if you have a deadline. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e Schools can order by purchase order — we'll supply our VAT number, bank details and address for supplier registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSee also our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/harlech-castle-circular-bench\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHarlech Castle Circular Bench\u003c\/a\u003e and our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/storytelling-chairs\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003estorytelling chairs and benches for schools\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500128264567,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1357","price":2680.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/giant-storytelling-bench-7492629.jpg?v=1759412336"},{"product_id":"handcrafted-anniversary-bench","title":"Anniversary Garden Bench — Lighthouse Design, Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eA bespoke two-seater oak bench commissioned by Laura as a first anniversary gift — featuring the lighthouse on the Welsh coast where she and Matt got married, with their names, wedding date and chosen inscription carved directly into the oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is what bespoke means at Free Range: a conversation that starts with “where were you?” and ends with something that couldn’t have been made for anyone else. Laura wanted hearts, because she’d loved them on another of our pieces; she wanted the lighthouse, because it was the place; she wanted the date, 30.7.21, because it was the day. The brief was that simple, and it became a bench that two people will sit on in their garden for the rest of their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYour version might be built around a different place, a different date, a different carving — an anniversary, a retirement, a homecoming, a wedding gift. The process is the same: we take what matters and we put it in oak. Two seater at 140cm wide, finished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for all-weather outdoor use. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBespoke design worked out from your brief — place, date, inscription, motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved lighthouse and heart motifs (example commission shown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom inscription and engraving included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — fully weatherproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-seater, 140cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW140 × D60 × H120cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height approx 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBespoke dimensions available on request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTell us the occasion, the place, the words. We’ll draw up a design and refine it with you before we begin. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to start the conversation.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500128854391,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1346","price":1880.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/handcrafted-anniversary-garden-chair-2-seater-8429102.png?v=1759412286"},{"product_id":"handcrafted-coton-orchard-bench","title":"Coton Orchard Heritage Bench — Wildlife \u0026 Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eA handcrafted oak bench made for Coton Orchard — established 1922 and hidden at the heart of a Cambridgeshire village — with fox, badger, bee and tree carved into the backrest, and the inscription that captures exactly what such a place is: \u003cem\u003e“At the heart of a village, a hidden story, a wild home.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCoton Orchard has been there for over a century: long enough to become something more than a garden, more than a fruit-growing space. It’s a habitat, a refuge, a place where the village’s wildlife has lived alongside its memory since 1922. The bench commission came from those who wanted to mark that — to give the orchard a seat that felt like it belonged there rather than arrived from a catalogue. The fox and badger sleep on the backrest in the way animals do when they feel safe. The bee is in the blossom. The tree is the orchard itself. The inscription says everything in eight words.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from solid oak with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for all-weather outdoor use, this is the kind of bench that becomes part of a place over time. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved fox, badger, bee and tree motifs in the backrest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom inscription and heritage date (“Est 1922”) carved directly into the timber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — fully weatherproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for orchards, community gardens, village greens and public spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW140 × D60 × H120cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height approx 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree seater version available on request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a special place — a community orchard, a village green, a nature reserve, a school wildlife garden — that deserves a bench with its own story carved in, we can work with you on the design. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to discuss.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500128887159,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1345","price":1880.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/handcrafted-coton-orchard-bench-celebrating-heritage-and-nature-2-seater-7600300.jpg?v=1759412285"},{"product_id":"handcrafted-memorial-bench-george-bailey","title":"George Bailey Memorial Bench — Rugby Rose, Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eA three-seater memorial bench made for George Frederick Bailey — with the England Rugby rose carved into a single-piece oak backrest, as close to the official rose as the chisel could manage. Because that’s the kind of man he was.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGeorge died in 2018. His family commissioned the bench through a design process that started with a rose and became something more precise. Suzanne wrote to our carver Dan that the rose “apparently must look as much like the England rugby rose as possible.” Dan redrew it until it was right — then used staining to deepen the petals. The backrest is a single piece of oak, cleared to give the rose the space it deserved. George’s full name and dates are carved alongside: \u003cem\u003eIn Loving Memory of George Frederick Bailey, 1961–2018.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from solid oak with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for all-weather outdoor use, the bench seats three at 160cm wide. Your version begins the same way — with what mattered most to them. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak throughout — single-piece backrest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved England rugby rose, carved and stained to match the official emblem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom inscription carved directly into the timber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — fully weatherproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree seater, 160cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for gardens, parks, sports clubs and memorial spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW160 × D60 × H120cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height approx 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTell us who the bench is for and the motif that should fill the backrest — a sports badge, a coat of arms, a favourite animal, a meaningful scene. We’ll draw it up and share the design with you before anything is carved. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to start the conversation.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500128919927,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1344","price":1960.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/handcrafted-remembrance-bench-in-loving-memory-of-george-bailey-3-seater-6406731.png?v=1759412276"},{"product_id":"woodcutters-bench","title":"Woodcutter's Bench — Reclaimed Welsh Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eA garden bench built the way the woodland imagines it — rough-hewn reclaimed Welsh oak, naturally weathered, nothing softened or smoothed away. The Woodcutter's Bench is as honest as the tree it came from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade from reclaimed oak sourced in Wales, each piece carries the marks of its previous life: the grain, the colour shifts, the occasional knot that makes it unmistakably real. A hand-carved heart in the backrest gives it warmth without prettiness — this is a bench for gardens that are actually used, not just looked at. At 90cm wide it seats one person deeply and comfortably, or two who don't mind being close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for lasting outdoor resilience, the Woodcutter's Bench is built to live outside year-round — in the garden, beside a vegetable patch, or tucked into a corner of the grounds. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReclaimed Welsh oak — each bench unique, naturally weathered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved heart motif on the backrest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid hand-built joinery throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — fully weatherproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW90 × D40 × H110cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height: 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bench can be adapted — a different carving detail, a personal inscription, a wider seat. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to talk through your ideas.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500136292727,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1329","price":970.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/woodcutters-bench-8415832.jpg?v=1759412259"},{"product_id":"whimsical-wishing-star-bench","title":"Wishing Star Memorial Bench — Carved Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eA carved oak garden bench that reaches toward the sky — celestial sun, crescent moon and drifting clouds hand-carved into solid oak, with a bird on each armrest and words that belong to someone you love cut into the timber below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Wishing Star begins the same way: with a name, a date, and the words that feel exactly right. The version pictured carries a robin on the left armrest and a blue tit on the right, with the inscription \u003cem\u003e\"I'm wishing on a star… to follow where you are. Forever loved Gary Bolton, May 8th, 1962.\"\u003c\/em\u003e Another carries the words: \u003cem\u003e\"Yesterday is History, Today is a Gift, Tomorrow is a Mystery.\"\u003c\/em\u003e Both feel right — because the best tributes always do. The bench takes its name from that gentle belief: that those we lose become something we can still look up to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from solid oak and finished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for all-weather resilience, the Wishing Star will stand in a garden, churchyard or school grounds for generations without lifting, cracking or losing its depth of colour. It seats two comfortably at 140cm wide; a three-seater at 160cm is available for school or community settings. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak throughout — no softwood, no MDF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved celestial scene: sunrise, crescent moon, drifting clouds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarved bird on each armrest — choose your species (robin, blue tit, swallow, owl and more)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonalised inscription carved directly into the timber — no plaques, no metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — weatherproof and long-lasting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as two-seater (140cm) or three-seater (160cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-seater: W140 × D60 × H120cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-seater: W160 × D60 × H120cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height approx 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTell us who the bench is for — the name, the dates, the words you'd like carved. We'll work through the inscription with you and share a design drawing before we begin. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks; we can often work around tight deadlines for memorial unveilings, anniversaries or school events. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to start the conversation.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500136391031,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1327","price":1880.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/whimsical-wishing-star-bench-2-seater-4561753.jpg?v=1759412273"},{"product_id":"viking-legend-bench-throne","title":"Viking Legend Bench Throne — 2-3 Seater, Drayton Manor","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Viking Legend Bench Throne is a sweeping 2-3 seater hand-carved throne bench covered in Norse knotwork, Viking gods and mythological symbols — originally commissioned for Drayton Manor, and one of the largest and most dramatic pieces we have ever built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Drayton Manor commission came with a brief to create something that felt authentically Viking — not themed or decorative, but genuinely carved in the tradition of Norse craft. The result is a bench that seats three people inside a carved frame that rises nearly two metres, with gods and warriors emerging from the oak on every surface. It has lived outdoors at a major UK theme park and has been sat in by thousands of people, which tells you something about how it is built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade from locally sourced oak and chestnut in our Mid Wales workshop, and finished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for all-weather outdoor durability. A proven design for high-footfall outdoor venues, school gardens and permanent garden installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal height: 190 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal width: 150 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInside seat width (front): 100 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height: 50 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-carved Norse knotwork and mythology\u003c\/strong\u003e — Viking gods, warriors and symbols covering the full frame and backrest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-3 seater bench throne\u003c\/strong\u003e — 100 cm inside seat width, substantial enough for three adults or a group of children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOak and chestnut construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — locally sourced, built for permanent outdoor installation and high-footfall use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEpifanes matt varnish, 3 coats\u003c\/strong\u003e — premium exterior finish proven in outdoor venue conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginally made for Drayton Manor\u003c\/strong\u003e — a proven design with a track record in major public settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/strong\u003e — can be adapted for schools, parks, visitor attractions and garden installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can adapt the carvings for your own venue, school or garden — changing the mythological figures, adding runes, incorporating a specific god or creature from Norse legend, or adding an organisation name carved into the frame. 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Get in touch with your brief and we will design from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTypical lead time for the bench is longer than our standard chairs — please get in touch to discuss your timeline. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e Organisations and schools can order by purchase order and pay on invoice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/storytelling-chairs\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003estorytelling chairs collection\u003c\/a\u003e, see our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/carved-viking-throne-chair\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCeltic Knotwork Viking Throne\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/tree-of-life-viking-throne-chair\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eViking Throne for Epic Storytellers\u003c\/a\u003e for more Norse designs, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/design-your-own-chair\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003edesign your own chair from scratch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500138226039,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1322","price":3860.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/viking-legend-bench-throne-2-3-seater-5723383.jpg?v=1759412267"},{"product_id":"unicorn-memorial-wooden-bench","title":"Unicorn Memorial Bench — Carved Oak \u0026 Rainbow","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hand-carved oak memorial bench with a unicorn beneath a rainbow — made for a child named Belle, at a school in Haverfordwest, by a community who wanted her remembered in the most magical way possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bench came to us in 2019 from Nicola at Spittal VC School in Pembrokeshire. Belle had been part of that school, and the staff wanted something that felt like her — not a standard plaque or a plain seat, but something the children would recognise as belonging to her. Nicola worked with us through the design process, the rainbow was added in coloured wood stains at Belle’s mum’s request, and when Nicola collected the finished bench the evening before the school ceremony, she wrote to tell us the reaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e“Your bench artist\/maker did exactly what I had in mind but he somehow made it even better. Now instead of having a regular memory bench, we have something that will mean the world to the children and Belle’s family. This bench has exceeded all expectations and will be a little piece of history at Spittal School to remember Belle by.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— Nicci, Spittal VC School, Haverfordwest\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from solid oak and finished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish, the Unicorn Memorial Bench seats two at 130cm wide. 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The carving is deep enough to hold its definition outdoors for years. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved tigers on armrests and backrest — three-dimensional, detailed carving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-seater, 160cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — fully weatherproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for gardens, parks, wildlife centres and memorial settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW160 × D60 × H120cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height approx 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tiger Bench can be made as a memorial piece with a personalised inscription, or simply as a striking garden seat. We can also adapt the carving for other big cats or animals. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to talk it through.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500139864439,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1312","price":1960.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/tiger-bench-3-seater-9233068.jpg?v=1759412268"},{"product_id":"slate-and-oak-garden-bench","title":"Slate \u0026 Oak Garden Bench — Striped Welsh Slate","description":"\u003cp\u003eA garden bench with alternating slate and oak slats across the seat and back — reclaimed Welsh slate and locally sourced oak, built to sit outdoors in any weather and look better for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe striped effect comes from the contrast of materials: the deep blue-grey of the slate against the warm grain of the oak, each strip distinct, the whole bench reading as something between furniture and geology. Both materials are sourced in Wales — slate from the quarrying traditions of the North, oak from the Welsh hillsides — and both are built to outlast the garden they’re placed in. No two slates are the same; the tonal range is part of what makes each bench its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe timber sections are finished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for all-weather durability. The bench seats one generously or two who know each other well at 90cm wide. Works well against a wall, beside a gate, or as a pair flanking a path. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReclaimed Welsh slate and locally sourced oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive striped seat and back — each bench unique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid hand-built joinery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEpifanes matt varnish on timber — fully weatherproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for outdoor use year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW90 × D40 × H110cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height: 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in bespoke dimensions on request. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to discuss.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500142354807,"sku":"FRD-BEN-OAK-1295","price":1060.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/slate-and-oak-garden-bench-1589330.jpg?v=1759412239"},{"product_id":"skylark-memorial-bench","title":"Skylark Memorial Bench — Carved Oak, School Tribute","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen Randwick Primary School commissioned this bench, the brief was clear and quietly beautiful: \"like the owl reading bench, but with skylarks — big enough for four children.\" Isabel and Brian Stanley had given so much to the school community. What the school wanted was a place where children could sit with that memory, surrounded by birds that fly high and keep going.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe backrest carries skylarks rising through open sky, carved in solid oak. The inscription reads: \u003cem\u003e\"In memory of our dear friends Isabel and Brian Stanley, who gave so much to the Randwick Primary School community, October 2020.\"\u003c\/em\u003e Below it, two words that say everything else that needed saying: \u003cem\u003eFly high.\u003c\/em\u003e Heart-carved armrests, clouds and sky, birds in flight — the whole bench feels like it’s reaching upward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSchools and community groups often come to us when they want to mark the contribution of someone who shaped their community. A teacher, a governor, a volunteer, a pair of people who just kept turning up and caring. This is the kind of bench that holds that — not a plaque on a wall, but a place to sit, to breathe, to remember properly. Made from solid oak, finished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for lasting outdoor durability. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e Schools can \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eorder on invoice\u003c\/a\u003e — once ordered, it’s confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved skylark birds in open sky — backrest design carved in solid oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarved inscription and dedication text included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeart-carved armrest panels (as shown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned to seat four children comfortably\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for weather resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid hand-built joinery throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as 3-seater (160cm) or 2-seater (140cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree-seater bench (as shown)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 160cm | Depth: 60cm | Height: 120cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-seater bench\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 140cm | Depth: 60cm | Height: 120cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re commissioning for a school, a church, a community garden, or a family, we’ll design something around the people being remembered. Share the names, the story, the things they loved — and we’ll carve it into something lasting. Lead time is typically 4–5 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to begin.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500142485879,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1293","price":1960.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/skylark-memorial-bench-3-seater-7106905.jpg?v=1759412246"},{"product_id":"single-outdoor-shower","title":"Single Outdoor Shower","description":"\u003cp\u003eIntroducing our first \u003cstrong\u003eSingle Outdoor Shower\u003c\/strong\u003e unit, designed specifically for campsites. Inspired by our gypsy compost toilet building, this will be the first portable outdoor camping shower in the UK. Perfect for eco-friendly camping experiences, this shower unit provides convenience and comfort in outdoor settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePortable Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Easy to transport and set up, making it ideal for campsites and outdoor events.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEco-Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designed with sustainability in mind, promoting an eco-friendly camping experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Quality Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Built to withstand outdoor conditions, ensuring durability and reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 180 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 240 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500142518647,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1292","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/single-outdoor-shower-7885314.jpg?v=1759412235"},{"product_id":"shepherds-hut-2","title":"Shepherd's Hut 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the second Shepherds Hut that we have completed. A uniquely beautiful, hand crafted wooden Shepherd's Hut, featuring innovative interior furnishings and decorations. Built from scratch on the base of a former Hay Cart, this Shepherd's Hut is full of charm and has the huge benefit of being on wheels, so can be moved around as needed. The Hut is fully insulated throughout - the roof, floor and walls - and all the windows are double glazed, to make for a super cosy, and easy to heat space no matter how cold it might be outside. The price here is only a guide price, but get in touch with your details if you would like us to quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.co.uk\/rooms\/21524848?location=abercegir\u0026amp;previous_page_section_name=1000\u0026amp;federated_search_id=779ec822-ef2a-4027-844d-5cb362bbbc6e\"\u003eHere is the listing on Airbnb \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500143862135,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1289","price":29430.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/shepherds-hut-2-3318590.jpg?v=1759412248"},{"product_id":"shepherds-hut","title":"Shepherd's Hut","description":"\u003cp\u003eA uniquely beautiful, hand crafted wooden Shepherd's Hut, featuring innovative interior furnishings and decorations. Built from scratch on the base of a former Hay Cart, this Shepherd's Hut is full of charm and has the huge benefit of being on wheels, so can be moved around as needed. The Hut is fully insulated throughout - the roof, floor and walls - and all the windows are double glazed, to make for a super cosy, and easy to heat space no matter how cold it might be outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.co.uk\/rooms\/14690987?s=67\u0026amp;shared_item_type=1\u0026amp;virality_entry_point=1\u0026amp;sharer_id=1331039\u0026amp;unique_share_id=6905b3fc-4295-4dd4-b588-0adc02ba3998\"\u003eHave a look at this listing on Airbnb\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hut pictured has been completely finished, with exotic wallpaper, fairy lights and soft furnishings. We can also make you a Shepherd's Hut to varying degrees of completion, depending on your budget and style. Please \u003ca title=\"Contact Us\" href=\"https:\/\/www.freerangedesigns.co.uk\/index.php\/contact-frd-custom\/\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e with your ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500144550263,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1288","price":21400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/shepherds-hut-5099143.jpg?v=1759412251"},{"product_id":"school-playground-buddy-bench","title":"School Buddy Bench — Hand-Carved Oak, 2–3 Seater","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hand-carved oak buddy bench for school playgrounds — with “Buddy Bench” carved into the backrest, leaves painted along the seat rail, and your school’s chosen motto or message at the centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe buddy bench system works because it’s visible. Any child who needs company sits here; other children know to come and ask. It works not because it’s a rule but because it’s a place — and places need to feel right. The painted leaves, the carved lettering, the natural grain and colour of the oak make this bench feel like it belongs to the school rather than arriving from a warehouse. Every version is made with the school’s own details, and the bench becomes the kind of thing that gets photographed for the school newsletter and celebrated in assembly in a way a flat board on metal posts never quite manages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade from locally sourced oak with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for all-weather playground use, the Buddy Bench seats two to three children comfortably at 150cm wide. Schools can order on a purchase order. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e“Buddy Bench” carved and painted text on the backrest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaf detail and school motto or message painted along the seat rail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom text and design worked out with your school\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — fully weatherproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo to three seater, 150cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for school playgrounds, gardens and outdoor classrooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW150 × D60 × H120cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height approx 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe work with schools on the design — the motto, the colours, any additional carving. Schools can order on a purchase order; we’ll invoice once confirmed. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to discuss your school’s version.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500146549111,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1281","price":1850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/school-playground-buddy-bench-2-3-seater-8720972.jpg?v=1759412235"},{"product_id":"rustic-heart-garden-bench","title":"Rustic Heart Garden Bench — Reclaimed Welsh Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rustic garden bench with a heart carved into the back — hand-built from reclaimed oak fence posts and planks gathered from the Welsh valleys, where the wood has already earned its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe design uses the reclaimed material honestly: fence posts become legs and stretchers, oak planks form the seat and the back. Nothing is disguised or prettified. The weathering, the grain, the occasional peg hole are part of what makes it this bench and not any other. The carved heart at the centre of the backboard is the one deliberate flourish — because everything else here has already been through enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with solid hand-built joinery and finished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for year-round outdoor use, the Rustic Heart Garden Bench seats two at 140cm wide. It belongs against a stone wall, beside a vegetable patch, or at the edge of a field — somewhere it can be used. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% reclaimed oak — fence posts and planks from the Welsh valleys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved heart motif in the backboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid hand-built joinery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — fully weatherproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-seater, 140cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW140 × D50 × H110cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height: 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable with a personalised inscription carved into the seat back or heart. Bespoke dimensions on request. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to discuss.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500150219127,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1260","price":1610.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/rustic-heart-garden-bench-5858147.jpg?v=1759412222"},{"product_id":"personalised-memorial-bench-for-a-beloved-teacher","title":"Mrs. Best Memorial Bench — Teacher Tribute, Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome teachers leave the kind of mark that the people they taught carry for the rest of their lives. This bench was made for exactly that kind of person. Mrs. Best loved walking in the mountains, loved her two dogs, loved a glass of wine at the end of a good day in the hills — and she loved her students. The backrest carving holds all of it: hiking boots, a wine glass, two faithful companions, a wide mountain landscape, and a Roald Dahl quote that says everything that needed saying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bench now stands somewhere she is remembered and returned to. That’s what a bench like this is for — not just a place to sit, but a place to go back to, season after season, and feel the presence of someone who mattered. Every element was chosen by the people who loved her, and every element was carved by hand in our workshop in Mid Wales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re honouring a teacher, a mentor, a colleague, or someone whose passions made them who they were, this is the kind of bench we love to make. Bring us the details — the walks they loved, the things they collected, the words that were theirs — and we’ll carve something that holds them properly. Made from solid oak, finished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for long outdoor life. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e Schools can \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eorder on invoice\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved solid oak backrest — hiking boots, wine glass, two dogs, mountain backdrop (as shown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarved quote and dedication text included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully bespoke design — every element tailored to the person being honoured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for lasting durability outdoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid hand-built joinery throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as 3-seater (160cm) or 2-seater (140cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree-seater bench (as shown)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 160cm | Depth: 60cm | Height: 120cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-seater bench\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 140cm | Depth: 60cm | Height: 120cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery bench we make is designed around the person it’s for. We’ll ask what they loved, what places meant something to them, what words capture them best — and then our carver will sketch a design that pulls those things together. Lead time is typically 4–5 weeks. Schools and community groups can order on invoice. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to begin.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500153823607,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1240","price":1960.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/personalised-memorial-bench-for-a-beloved-teacher-garden-bench-1816186.jpg?v=1774380372"},{"product_id":"hand-carved-wooden-owl-bench","title":"Owl Garden Bench — Hand-Carved Oak, 2-Seater","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo owls, carved deep into the backrest of a solid oak bench, looking out from the wood as though they’ve always been there. 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Whether it's a class reading circle, a forest school session, or an outdoor performance space, the ring seating makes the act of gathering feel intentional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOverall diameter: approx 250 cm (contact us for custom sizing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeat height: approx 40 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAccommodates: 20–30 children depending on configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Douglas Fir construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — strong, stable, naturally weather-resistant timber\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEpifanes matt varnish, 3 coats\u003c\/strong\u003e — premium outdoor finish for lasting protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid hand-built joinery throughout\u003c\/strong\u003e — built to last on school grounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCircular configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e — draws focus inward, ideal for storytelling and circle time\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModular sections\u003c\/strong\u003e — can be configured to suit your space\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommissioned by Wakefield Council\u003c\/strong\u003e — proven in public heritage settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRing seating can be sized to your outdoor space — larger or smaller diameter, higher or lower seating, with or without a central feature such as a storytelling throne or carved totem. We can carve a school name, a motto, or a nature motif into the backrest. Tell us your space and your story and we'll design around both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTypical lead time is 4–5 weeks, though we're flexible if you have a deadline. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e Schools can order by purchase order — we'll supply our VAT number, bank details and address for supplier registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/storytelling-chairs\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eoutdoor storytelling chairs\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/school-outdoor-furniture\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eschool outdoor furniture\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/giant-storytelling-bench\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eview the Giant Storytelling Bench\u003c\/a\u003e for a complementary piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500180857207,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1189","price":1290.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/circular-storytelling-ring-seating-round-bench-1214388.jpg?v=1759412111"},{"product_id":"square-slate-patio-table-4-seater","title":"Square Slate Patio Table Set — 4 Seater, Benches Included","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact square table for four — reclaimed Welsh slate on solid oak legs, with matching benches that slot in on each side. The square format is the right choice for a terrace or patio where a long rectangular table would feel oversized: everyone faces each other, the table fits neatly against a wall or in a corner, and nothing gets wasted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe slate top is linseed-oiled for stain resistance and comes up beautifully clean with a damp wipe. The oak legs are joined with mortise and tenon joinery and wooden dowels and finished with eco-friendly organic Danish oil. It’s the same construction and materials as our larger dining tables, just in a format sized for everyday garden use. A parasol hole can be added on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is listed with matching benches included — choose one bench or two from the variants above. If you need the table without benches, or with chairs instead, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e. Every piece is made to order in Mid Wales. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReclaimed Welsh slate top — polished, linseed-oiled, stain resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid locally sourced Welsh oak legs and frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional mortise and tenon joinery with wooden dowels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished with eco-friendly organic Danish oil (wood)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquare format — ideal for smaller patio and terrace spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional parasol hole in table top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListed with one or two matching benches (see variants)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable top: 92cm × 92cm | Height: 76cm\u003cbr\u003eMatching benches seat 2 people each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose one bench or two from the variants. For a table-only option, matching chairs, custom size, or parasol hole, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e. Lead time is typically 4–5 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"1 Bench","offer_id":53500180988279,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1186","price":1720.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Benches","offer_id":53500181021047,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1187","price":2140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/square-slate-patio-table-4-seater-1527810.jpg?v=1759412095"},{"product_id":"slate-garden-bench","title":"Slate Garden Bench — Welsh Slate Slab on Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eA garden bench with a single piece of reclaimed Welsh slate as the seat, set on solid oak legs — clean-lined, low-maintenance and built to stand outdoors without any fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSlate is one of the great outdoor materials: it doesn’t rot, it doesn’t splinter, it doesn’t need painting and it shrugs off rainwater naturally. Welsh slate in particular has a character that’s hard to replicate — the range of blue-grey tones, the subtle grain of the stone, the sense of deep geological time compressed into something you sit on in the garden. The oak frame grounds it in the warmth of natural timber, making the bench feel domestic rather than monumental.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe slate seat is easy to keep clean; the oak frame is finished to protect against the elements. It works as a simple garden bench, a low surface beside a fire pit, or a display platform in a garden or entrance. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-piece reclaimed Welsh slate seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak frame with hand-built joinery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to clean and maintain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally weatherproof — suitable for outdoor use year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso works as a low garden table or surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in a range of slate slab sizes — \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e for current dimensions and stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can source different slate slab sizes to suit your space. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to discuss.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500181086583,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1184","price":610.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/slate-garden-bench-8672008.jpg?v=1759412093"},{"product_id":"slate-dining-room-table-8-seater","title":"Slate Dining Table — 8 Seater, Welsh Slate \u0026 Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eEight people around a table made of Welsh slate and solid oak — that is a very good way to spend an evening. The top is a single slab of reclaimed slate, polished flat and oiled with a traditional linseed mix that keeps it stain-resistant and easy to wipe clean. The legs are solid locally sourced oak, joined with mortise and tenon joinery and wooden dowels, and the whole thing is heavy, stable, and built to stay where you put it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSlate is a material that doesn’t age — it just accumulates character. Cool to the touch, naturally matt, indifferent to heat and moisture in a way that wood never quite manages. The combination of slate and oak has an honesty to it that suits a kitchen, a dining room, a garden dining area under a pergola, or anywhere that benefits from materials that were around long before synthetic surfaces were invented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable with matching slate-and-oak benches (ask when you contact us). Made individually to order in our Mid Wales workshop. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch\u003c\/a\u003e for bespoke sizing or matching furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-slab reclaimed Welsh slate top — polished, linseed-oiled, stain resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid locally sourced Welsh oak legs and frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional mortise and tenon joinery with wooden dowels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for indoor and outdoor use (covered position recommended outdoors)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching benches and chairs available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 190cm | Width: 92cm | Height: 76cm\u003cbr\u003eOther sizes available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade to order. For different sizes, parasol holes, or matching furniture, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e. Lead time is typically 4–5 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500181119351,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1183","price":1770.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/slate-dining-room-table-8-seater-6785182.jpg?v=1759412095"},{"product_id":"slate-dining-room-table-garden-table-1","title":"Slate Dining Table — Pool Table Slate \u0026 Solid Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe slate in this table has a past life. It was a pool table top — the kind of surface that demands perfection, cut from a single slab of Welsh slate and polished flat. When pool tables get retired, the slate is one of the few things worth saving, and we save it. Oiled with a traditional linseed oil mix, it becomes a dining table surface that is naturally stain-resistant, easy to clean, cool to the touch, and genuinely beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe legs and frame are solid Welsh oak, cut and dried nearby and joined using traditional mortise and tenon joinery with wooden dowels. The construction is old in the best sense — no metal fixings, no shortcuts, just tight-fitting oak joints that become stronger as the wood seasons. The table works equally well in a kitchen or dining room as it does on a covered terrace or patio, and it lasts for decades in both settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable individually or as a set with one or two matching slate-and-oak benches. Every table is made individually to order. A parasol hole can be added to the top on request. Wood is finished with eco-friendly organic Danish oil. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch\u003c\/a\u003e for bespoke dimensions or custom requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-slab reclaimed pool-table slate top — polished, linseed-oiled, stain resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid locally sourced Welsh oak legs and frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional mortise and tenon joinery with wooden dowels throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished with eco-friendly organic Danish oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional parasol hole in table top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable with one or two matching benches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor and outdoor use (covered patio recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Seater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 140cm × 90cm | \u003cstrong\u003e8 Seater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180cm × 95cm | \u003cstrong\u003e10 Seater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210cm × 100cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight: approximately 76cm. Custom dimensions available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade to order — specify your seating size and bench configuration using the variant options above. For custom dimensions, different slate thicknesses, or matching chairs, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e. Lead time is typically 4–5 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"One bench \/ 6 seater","offer_id":53500181152119,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1177","price":1880.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Two benches \/ 6 seater","offer_id":53500181184887,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1178","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"One bench \/ 8 seater","offer_id":53500181217655,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1179","price":2140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Two benches \/ 8 seater","offer_id":53500181250423,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1180","price":2470.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"One bench \/ 10 seater","offer_id":53500181283191,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1181","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Two benches \/ 10 seater","offer_id":53500181315959,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1182","price":2790.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/slate-dining-room-table-garden-table-8236522.jpg?v=1759412098"},{"product_id":"slate-dining-room-table-garden-table","title":"Welsh Slate Dining Table — Indoor \u0026 Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003eA dining table with a surface that never needs a tablecloth. Welsh slate, reclaimed and polished smooth, sits on solid oak legs in a table that moves as easily from a farmhouse kitchen to a garden terrace as it does from spring to winter. The slate is naturally cool, naturally hardwearing, and naturally beautiful — oiled with a linseed mix that leaves it easy to wipe clean and resistant to the kind of marks that haunt wooden table tops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe oak legs and frame are joined using traditional mortise and tenon joinery with wooden dowels: no glue, no screws, just tight-fitting joints that hold as well in damp outdoor conditions as they do inside. The wood is finished with eco-friendly organic Danish oil. Together, the two materials — slate and oak — age beautifully without maintenance, which is part of why people who buy one tend to keep it for life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable with matching slate-and-oak benches, or as a table on its own. A parasol hole can be added on request. Every table is made individually to order. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch\u003c\/a\u003e for bespoke requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReclaimed Welsh slate top — polished, linseed-oiled, stain resistant and easy to clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid locally sourced Welsh oak legs and frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional mortise and tenon joinery with wooden dowels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished with eco-friendly organic Danish oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional parasol hole in table top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable with one or two matching benches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for both indoor dining rooms and outdoor\/garden settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Seater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 152cm × 92cm | \u003cstrong\u003e8 Seater:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~180cm × 95cm | \u003cstrong\u003e10 Seater:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~210cm × 100cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight: approximately 76cm. Custom dimensions available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery table is made to order. Choose your size and bench configuration from the variants above. For custom dimensions, parasol holes, or matching chairs, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e. Lead time is typically 4–5 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"One bench \/ 6 seater","offer_id":53500181348727,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1171","price":1770.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Two benches \/ 6 seater","offer_id":53500181381495,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1172","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"One bench \/ 8 seater","offer_id":53500181414263,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1173","price":2040.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Two benches \/ 8 seater","offer_id":53500181447031,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1174","price":2470.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"One bench \/ 10 seater","offer_id":53500181479799,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1175","price":2250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Two benches \/ 10 seater","offer_id":53500181512567,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1176","price":2700.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/slate-dining-room-table-garden-table-7240233.jpg?v=1759412100"},{"product_id":"slate-coffee-table-garden-bench","title":"Slate Coffee Table \u0026 Garden Bench — Welsh Slate","description":"\u003cp\u003eA low-profile Welsh slate coffee table that works just as well in a garden as it does in a sitting room — reclaimed slate top on solid oak legs, 40cm high, suited to indoor and outdoor use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt 40cm this sits at coffee table height rather than bench height, which is the point: it bridges the gap between indoor and garden furniture. Pulled inside it sits beside a sofa; outside it works alongside a fire pit or on a covered terrace. The slate top is a single piece, polished and treated with a traditional linseed oil mix that makes it naturally stain-resistant and easy to clean. The oak legs are joined with solid hand-built joinery and finished in organic Danish oil to protect them through the seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStandard dimensions are 110cm long and 35cm wide, but these can be adjusted to suit your space. A piece that doesn’t have to choose between being inside or outside. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-piece reclaimed Welsh slate top — polished, treated with linseed oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStain-resistant and easy to clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak legs with hand-built joinery, finished in organic Danish oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks as indoor coffee table or outdoor garden bench or table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions can be tailored to your space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eH40 × L110 × W35cm (standard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom dimensions available on request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can adjust the dimensions to suit your space or room. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to discuss.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500181545335,"sku":"FRD-BEN-SLT-1170","price":620.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/slate-coffee-table-garden-bench-6867502.jpg?v=1759412097"},{"product_id":"slate-oak-farmhouse-refectory-table","title":"Slate \u0026 Oak Farmhouse Refectory Table","description":"\u003cp\u003eA proper farmhouse table — the kind built to last generations and look better for every year of use. The top combines two types of solid oak with a band of reclaimed Welsh slate running across it: functional (the slate is perfect for setting hot dishes directly on the surface) and striking in a way that a plain wooden top never quite is. The overall effect is warm and earthy, with a stripe of cool grey that grounds the whole piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe legs and frame are solid locally sourced oak, joined with traditional mortise and tenon joinery and wooden dowels. This is a refectory format — stretcher rails along the base, generous overhang on the top, and a solid, stable build that seats six to ten people without flexing. The oak is finished with eco-friendly organic Danish oil; the slate needs nothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery table is made individually to order in our workshop in Mid Wales. Matching chairs or benches are available — ask when you get in touch. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e for bespoke dimensions or custom requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak top with reclaimed Welsh slate inlay band — naturally heat-resistant surface for hot dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional mortise and tenon joinery with wooden dowels throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished with eco-friendly organic Danish oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefectory \/ farmhouse style — solid base rails, generous proportions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching chairs or benches available to order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 6, 8 or 10 seater configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom dimensions available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Seater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 140cm × 90cm | \u003cstrong\u003e8 Seater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180cm × 95cm | \u003cstrong\u003e10 Seater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210cm × 100cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight: approximately 76cm. Custom sizes available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade to order in our Mid Wales workshop. Choose your size from the variant options. For custom dimensions, bespoke proportions, or matching chairs and benches, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e. Lead time is typically 4–5 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"6 Seater","offer_id":53500181741943,"sku":"FRD-BEN-OAK-1164","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 Seater","offer_id":53500181774711,"sku":"FRD-BEN-OAK-1165","price":1610.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Seater","offer_id":53500181807479,"sku":"FRD-BEN-OAK-1166","price":1820.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/slate-oak-farmhouse-refectory-table-4255758.jpg?v=1759412036"},{"product_id":"oak-picnic-bench-table","title":"Oak \u0026 Cedar Picnic Table — Garden Bench Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eA proper garden picnic table — the kind that invites you to stay outside longer than you planned. Built from locally sourced Welsh timber with carefully shaped, interlocked boards and organic rounded edges, it settles into a garden rather than imposing itself on it. The seating is integral: two bench seats run the full length of the table on either side, and the whole thing bolts together for a solidity that keeps it steady on uneven ground and through years of outdoor use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in cedar only (pale, light, aromatic) or in a combination of oak and cedar, where the contrast between the two timbers creates a warm, two-tone surface that gets better with weathering. Both options are locally sourced and built to survive Welsh weather and everything else a garden garden throws at furniture over the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose large (180cm) or medium (140cm) from the variants. Made to order in our Mid Wales workshop. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch\u003c\/a\u003e for custom dimensions or bespoke finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid locally sourced Welsh oak and cedar (or all cedar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegral bench seats on both sides — full length, comfortable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolted solid construction — robust and stable on uneven ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully shaped and interlocked boards with organic rounded edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeathers beautifully outdoors with no maintenance required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in Large (180cm) or Medium (140cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge (as pictured):\u003c\/strong\u003e 180cm long × 75cm wide\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 140cm long × 75cm wide\u003cbr\u003eHeight: approximately 73cm. Custom sizes available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose your size and timber combination from the variants above. For custom dimensions or bespoke finishes, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e. Lead time is typically 4–5 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Large \/ Cedar","offer_id":53500183019895,"sku":"FRD-BEN-OAK-1128","price":1260.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Oak and Cedar","offer_id":53500183052663,"sku":"FRD-BEN-OAK-1129","price":1340.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Cedar","offer_id":53500183085431,"sku":"FRD-BEN-OAK-1130","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Oak and Cedar","offer_id":53500183118199,"sku":"FRD-BEN-OAK-1131","price":1260.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/oak-picnic-bench-table-3371234.jpg?v=1759412021"},{"product_id":"products-memorial-garden-bench","title":"Memorial Garden Bench — Bespoke Carved Oak","description":"\u003cp\u003eEvery memorial bench we make begins with a conversation — about who you're remembering, what they loved, and what you'd like to say. What follows is a piece of hand-carved oak that will stand in a garden, school, or open space for decades to come, telling that story quietly and permanently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNo two benches are the same. The images here are a gallery of past commissions — kingfishers and roses, rugby roses and mountain scenes, unicorns and tigers, portraits and names — each one shaped entirely around the person it honours. Whether you have a clear design in mind or just a handful of memories to share, we'll work with you to bring something true and lasting into being. This is the Free Range way: everything made to order, everything made with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade from solid oak and finished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for long-lasting outdoor durability, each bench is built for a permanent home — a garden seat that weathers the years as gracefully as the memory it carries. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e Schools and institutions can \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eorder on invoice\u003c\/a\u003e — once ordered, it's confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved solid oak throughout — every design sculpted by hand in our Mid Wales workshop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully bespoke: names, dates, portraits, animals, symbols, landscapes — we carve what matters to you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for weather resistance and longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid hand-built joinery — built to stand outdoors for decades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as 2-seater (140cm wide) or 3-seater (160cm wide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for gardens, churchyards, school grounds, parks, and public spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-seater bench\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 140cm | Depth: 60cm | Height: 120cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree-seater bench\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 160cm | Depth: 60cm | Height: 120cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions can be adjusted to suit your space — just ask when you get in touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery bench in the gallery above started with a conversation just like yours. Some customers arrive with detailed sketches; others come with a handful of words and a photograph. Either way, we listen, sketch, and collaborate until the design feels right — then we carve it. Lead time is typically 4–5 weeks, though we can often work to tighter deadlines for school events, anniversaries, or ceremonies. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch\u003c\/a\u003e to start the conversation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500183708023,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1116","price":1770.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/memorial-garden-bench-8728229.jpg?v=1774380269"},{"product_id":"harlech-castle-circular-bench","title":"Harlech Castle Circular Bench","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Harlech Castle Circular Bench is a monumental circular seating structure hand-carved from solid Welsh oak, inspired by the concentric walls of Harlech Castle — and one of five pieces made by Free Range Designs for Meirion's Trail, the permanent public storytelling trail through the heart of Harlech.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHarlech Castle was built in the 1280s on a sheer rock above the sea, its concentric design — walls within walls, each commanding the last — making it one of the most formidable fortifications ever built in Wales. It was here that Owain Glyndŵr, the last native Prince of Wales, held his court from 1404 to 1408, using the castle as the seat of his government and the base for his extraordinary campaign for Welsh independence. The design of this bench echoes that architecture: a ring of carved oak that draws you inside, closes you in, and makes you feel — briefly — as though you are holding the high ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade from 100% locally sourced solid oak — just as the castle was built from locally quarried Harlech sandstone — and finished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for lasting outdoor protection. At 180 cm across and 190 cm tall, it becomes an instant landmark in any garden, school ground or public space. Children instinctively want to play in it, climb on it and tell stories from inside it. That's exactly the point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal width: 180 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal height: 190 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal depth: 180 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: 100% solid oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcentric castle-inspired design\u003c\/strong\u003e — echoing the architectural genius of Harlech Castle's great defensive walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart of Meirion's Trail\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of five storytelling structures made by Free Range Designs for Harlech's permanent public trail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100% solid Welsh oak\u003c\/strong\u003e — sourced locally, built to withstand decades of outdoor use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree coats of Epifanes matt varnish\u003c\/strong\u003e — premium exterior finish for lasting weather protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid hand-built joinery\u003c\/strong\u003e — a monumental, long-lasting structure for public spaces and school grounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e180 cm across\u003c\/strong\u003e — genuinely theatrical in scale; a centrepiece for any outdoor setting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe can adapt the carved details, dimensions and design of the circular bench to suit your space. Whether you want heraldic carvings, inscriptions, a school crest, or details drawn from local history and mythology, we'll build it into the structure. Contact us to discuss your commission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTypical lead time is 4–5 weeks, though we're flexible if you have a deadline. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e Schools can order by purchase order — we'll supply our VAT number, bank details and address for supplier registration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSee also our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/giant-wooden-welsh-throne\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGiant Welsh Throne\u003c\/a\u003e, also part of Meirion's Trail, and our full collection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/storytelling-chairs\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003estorytelling chairs and benches for schools and public spaces\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500185149815,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1104","price":4550.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/harlech-castle-circular-bench-7662260.jpg?v=1759412006"},{"product_id":"handmade-oak-heart-wooden-bench","title":"Oak Heart Ceremonial Bench — Wedding \u0026 Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003eA solid oak bench built around a hand-carved heart — made for wedding ceremonies, garden parties and outdoor settings where the occasion calls for something more considered than a standard seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart appears in the backrest in a way that reads clearly from both sides — which makes it a natural focal point for ceremonies, photographs and memorial spaces alike. This bench is built to a standard that matches the occasions it’s likely to witness: handfasted couples, retirement parties, memorial unveilings, a quiet corner of a country garden. The oak is solid throughout, the joinery traditional, the design present enough to matter without competing with whatever is happening around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for outdoor resilience, this bench is equally at home in a churchyard, a ceremony lawn, or a family garden. Personalised inscriptions are available on request. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved heart motif — visible from both front and rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid hand-built joinery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — fully weatherproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for weddings, ceremonies, memorials and garden settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonalised inscription available on request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in standard and bespoke sizes — \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e for dimensions to suit your space or venue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need a specific size for a venue or aisle, or would like an inscription added to the heart or seat back, we can work with you on the details. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to discuss.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500185248119,"sku":"FRD-BEN-OAK-1103","price":2040.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/handmade-oak-heart-wooden-bench-9571791.jpg?v=1759411985"},{"product_id":"products-handcrafted-memorial-benches","title":"Handcrafted Wooden Memorial Benches — Made in Wales","description":"\u003cp\u003eEvery memorial bench we’ve ever made is shown in the gallery above — owls, tigers, kingfishers, unicorns, dogs, deer, cars, fish, moons, hearts, rugby roses, superhero lightning bolts. The full breadth of what it means to make furniture that belongs to someone specific.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe process is the same for every commission: we ask who the bench is for, what carving feels right, where it will go, what the inscription should say. Then our carver draws it up — sometimes on the first try, sometimes through several rounds until it’s exactly right — and we share the design with you before anything goes into the timber. Schools, families, community groups and councils have all commissioned through this page. The benches go into parks, riverside gardens, churchyards, school playgrounds, beaches and village greens. Some are for people. Some are for animals. Some are for places — a century-old orchard, a Welsh coastal lighthouse, a school where a cat once lived. All of them are particular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll benches are made from solid oak and finished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for year-round outdoor resilience. Schools can order on a purchase order; we’ll invoice once confirmed. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak throughout — every commission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBespoke carving from your brief — portraits, animals, hobbies, emblems, places\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonalised inscription carved directly into the timber — no plaques, no metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — fully weatherproof for year-round outdoor use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo seater (140cm) or three seater (160cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for gardens, schools, parks, churchyards, riversides and public spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo seater: W140 × D60 × H120cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree seater: W160 × D60 × H120cm (approx)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height approx 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBespoke dimensions available on request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse the gallery for inspiration, then tell us who the bench is for and what should be carved in. We’ll draw up a design and share it with you before anything goes into the timber. Schools can order on a purchase order. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks; we can often accommodate ceremony and unveiling deadlines. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to start the conversation.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500186362231,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1102","price":1880.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/handcrafted-wooden-memorial-benches-5242957.jpg?v=1759412032"},{"product_id":"hand-made-wooden-garden-bench","title":"Hand-Carved Garden Bench — Cedar or Oak, 2 Seater","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hand-carved two-seater garden bench made from your choice of cedar and Douglas Fir or solid oak — built to live outside year-round and improve with age rather than suffer from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCedar and Douglas Fir are chosen for outdoor furniture because they handle the elements with particular grace: naturally resistant to moisture, lightweight for their strength, and possessed of a warmth that deepens rather than fades over years in the garden. The oak version brings harder, denser grain and the quiet authority of a piece that means business. Both are hand-carved in our Mid Wales workshop — the carving details, dimensions and any personalisation worked out with you before we begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinished with a quality exterior oil to protect and enhance the natural grain, the bench seats two adults comfortably at 140cm wide. Also available in bespoke dimensions on request. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in cedar \u0026amp; Douglas Fir (£1,290) or solid oak (£1,450)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved throughout — no machine-profiled details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-seater, 140cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished with quality exterior oil for lasting outdoor protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBespoke dimensions and carving available on request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW140 × D60 × H120cm (standard)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height approx 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBespoke dimensions available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose your timber, tell us the dimensions you need and any carving details — an inscription, a motif, a theme. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to talk it through.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Douglas Fir \/ Cedar","offer_id":53500186526071,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1100","price":1290.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Oak","offer_id":53500186558839,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1101","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/hand-carved-wooden-garden-bench-2-seater-9017218.jpg?v=1759411988"},{"product_id":"hand-carved-driftwood-bench","title":"Hand-Carved Driftwood Bench — Welsh Shoreline","description":"\u003cp\u003eA bench built from driftwood gathered along the shores and river banks of Mid Wales — storm-cast, sun-bleached and shaped by water long before it arrives in the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe appeal of driftwood is that the interesting work has already been done. Every piece carries the record of where it’s been: the silver surface weathered by salt and sun, the organic curves no straight-grained plank could replicate, the occasional twist or hollow that makes each bench a specific object rather than a category. Two pieces made from the same river reach will look nothing alike. The shaping and carving in the workshop bring the human element — smoothing the seat, defining the form, occasionally adding more deliberate detail — but the driftwood is always the lead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach bench is finished with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish to protect the wood for outdoor use without diminishing its natural character. At £500 these sit at the accessible end of our bench range — a way into the driftwood aesthetic that doesn’t require a full bespoke commission. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine driftwood sourced from Welsh beaches and river banks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach piece unique — no two benches alike in form or colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved and shaped in the workshop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — weatherproof for outdoor use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs and small sets available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions vary by piece — contact us to discuss available sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs and matching sets can be made to order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have something specific in mind — a particular size, a more elaborate carving, or a set of matching pieces for a garden or outdoor space — we can work with you on a bespoke driftwood commission. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to talk it through.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500186591607,"sku":"FRD-BEN-DW-1099","price":500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/hand-carved-driftwood-bench-9505715.jpg?v=1759411985"},{"product_id":"friendship-bench-solid-oak","title":"Friendship Bench — Carved Oak School Bench","description":"\u003cp\u003eA hand-carved oak friendship bench for school playgrounds and gardens — built on the simple, powerful idea that any child who needs a friend can sit here, and someone will come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe friendship bench concept became part of school culture because it makes inclusion visible. It gives children a language — not a conversation they have to start, but a place they can simply be. These benches are commissioned most often by schools, PTAs and parents who want something the children will feel belongs to them: not a flat board on posts, but something carved and particular. The design — flowers, animals, story characters, a school motto — is worked out with the school, and the inscription comes as part of it. Each bench is different because each school is different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from solid oak with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish for all-weather durability, the Friendship Bench seats two comfortably at 120cm wide and is made to live in the school garden, storytelling area or playground for years. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBespoke hand-carved design — animals, flowers, story characters or your chosen theme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonalised inscription included — a school motto, a named dedication, or whatever fits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — fully weatherproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-seater, 120cm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for school gardens, playgrounds and storytelling spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW120 × D60 × H130cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height approx 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design is worked out with you — tell us the theme, the inscription and any specific carving requests. Schools can order on a purchase order; we’ll invoice once confirmed. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks, though we can often accommodate end-of-term deadlines. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to talk through your ideas.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500188459383,"sku":"FRD-OTH-WD-1092","price":1770.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/friendship-bench-cosy-2-seater-5559966.jpg?v=1759411994"},{"product_id":"driftwood-wedding-arch-wooden-garden-arch","title":"Driftwood Heart Arch — Wedding \u0026 Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003eWoven from driftwood gathered at sea, this arch carries a sculptural heart at its centre — a focal point for your ceremony, and a permanent garden structure for every year after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe driftwood is selected for character: pieces with curves, knots, and natural texture that catch the light differently as the day changes. The heart design is built in at the arch’s peak, visible from both sides. At 2.5m tall and 2m wide it has genuine presence — large enough to feel like a proper gateway, sturdy enough at around 150kg to stand firm in a coastal breeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes as three sections — two legs and the arch — which fit together on site. After the wedding it becomes a garden feature: a climbing frame for roses or wisteria, a backdrop for photographs for years to come. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriftwood gathered from British coastlines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSculptural heart design at the apex, visible from both sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes in 3 sections for transport and set-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubstantial structure — approximately 150kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable as a permanent garden feature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade to order in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 2.5m\u003cbr\u003eTotal width: 2m (1.5m internal clearance)\u003cbr\u003eApproximate weight: 150kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant a different design motif or different dimensions? Get in touch via our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e. Typical lead time 4–6 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500189311351,"sku":"FRD-OTH-DW-1089","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/driftwood-wedding-arch-wooden-garden-arch-6929778.jpg?v=1778072117"},{"product_id":"driftwood-jarrah-bench","title":"Driftwood Jarrah Bench — Oak, Jarrah \u0026 Welsh Slate","description":"\u003cp\u003eA compact bench in oak, jarrah driftwood and Welsh slate — three materials that sit in striking contrast, each one bringing what the others lack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJarrah is a Western Australian hardwood with a deep red-brown colour that sets off the pale gold of Welsh oak and the blue-grey of slate in a way that looks both deliberate and entirely natural. The three materials run in alternating strips across the seat, creating a striped effect that varies subtly with every piece. Originally designed to sit alongside the Slate and Oak Farmhouse Refectory Table, it works equally well on its own — as a kitchen stool, a hall bench, a conservatory seat, or a bedside piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe legs and frame are joined with solid hand-built joinery and finished with eco-friendly organic Danish oil, which enhances the natural character of each material without masking it. At 60cm wide and 40cm high this is a compact piece that earns its place in small spaces. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOak, jarrah driftwood and reclaimed Welsh slate — three contrasting materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive striped seat, each piece unique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid hand-built joinery throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinished with eco-friendly organic Danish oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for indoor use or sheltered outdoor settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs with slate and oak dining tables and refectory benches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW60 × D25 × H40cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in different sizes, or as a matching set with the Slate and Oak Refectory Table. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to discuss.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500189475191,"sku":"FRD-OTH-DW-1086","price":650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/driftwood-jarrah-bench-9156785.jpg?v=1759411974"},{"product_id":"driftwood-dining-table-oak-slate-jarrah","title":"Driftwood Dining Table — Oak, Slate \u0026 Jarrah","description":"\u003cp\u003eThree materials that have no business being on the same table — and yet they work perfectly together. Welsh oak for the legs and frame. Reclaimed slate from a former pool table, polished smooth and linseed-oiled for the surface. And striking red-orange jarrah driftwood woven through the structure, bringing warmth and movement to what could have been a plain table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe jarrah is the element that stops people. It’s a hardwood from Australia, carried here as ballast or salvaged from old harbour timbers, and it ages with a depth of colour that no paint or stain can replicate. Against the cool grey of the slate and the warm honey of the oak, it creates a surface you want to look at as much as sit around. Every piece is slightly different — the exact run of the jarrah, the grain of the slate — and every table is made individually to order in our workshop in Mid Wales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with traditional mortise and tenon joinery throughout, this table is as solid as it looks. It works as well in a kitchen or dining room as it does on a terrace or patio. The slate is oiled with linseed oil for stain resistance and easy cleaning; the oak frame is finished with organic Danish oil. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch\u003c\/a\u003e for custom dimensions or bespoke requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReclaimed pool-table slate top — polished smooth, linseed-oiled, stain resistant and easy to clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed jarrah driftwood accents — deeply grained, richly coloured, unique to each table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid Welsh oak legs and frame, finished with organic Danish oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional mortise and tenon joinery throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for indoor dining rooms and outdoor\/patio settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as table only or as a set with one or two matching benches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom dimensions available to order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6 Seater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 140cm × 90cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8 Seater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 180cm × 95cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 Seater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 210cm × 100cm\u003cbr\u003eAll heights approximately 76cm. Custom sizes available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery table is made individually to order. If you need a different size, a parasol hole, or a specific configuration, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e to discuss. Lead time is typically 4–5 weeks. 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A solid slab of reclaimed Welsh slate runs down the centre of this table, flanked by lengths of locally sourced oak and larch. The effect is a stripe — warm golden oak, cool grey slate, and the pale honey of larch — that looks intentional because it is. The slate takes hot dishes directly; the wood on either side takes everything else. It’s a table that thinks about how you actually use a table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt chunky and solid for outdoor use — thick legs, generous proportions, and a build heavy enough to stay put in all weathers. The construction is traditional mortise and tenon joinery throughout: no screws, no shortcuts. It works as equally well inside a large kitchen or dining room as it does on a terrace or in a garden pergola. Some customers pair it with matching oak benches; others prefer the carved oak chairs from our range, which add a wilder, more decorative note to what is otherwise a clean-lined table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery table is made individually to order in our workshop in Mid Wales. Custom dimensions, configurations and finishes are all possible. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch\u003c\/a\u003e for bespoke requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStriped top: reclaimed Welsh slate flanked by solid oak and larch — heat-resistant centre section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional mortise and tenon joinery throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy outdoor proportions — built for all-weather use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable with one or two matching benches, and with carved oak chairs (see variants)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for indoor and outdoor use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom dimensions available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 190cm | Width: 95cm | Height: 73cm\u003cbr\u003eCustom sizes available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose your configuration from the variants above: table only, with one or two benches, with one or two carved chairs, or any combination. 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Billy had died, and she wanted a bench for his school — somewhere the children who loved him would have a place to sit, to remember him, and to keep feeling the particular energy he’d brought to that building. The design came from who he was: sunflowers because he was bright and bold; lightning bolts because his spirit had that charge; and the words \u003cem\u003e“I am brave, I am strong, and I can do scary things”\u003c\/em\u003e because that had been his motto, and the school needed to keep hearing it after he was gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e“The bench is fantastic; thank you so much! It is so much appreciated.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— Ellie Thompson, My Baba\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt from solid oak with three coats of Epifanes matt varnish, Billy’s bench is a three seater at 160cm — big enough for several children to sit together. It’s also available as a two seater. Your version would be designed around whoever you’re remembering, starting with a conversation about who they were. \u003cstrong\u003ePrices include VAT.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid oak throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBespoke design reflecting the personality and story of the person remembered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved imagery, lettering and personalised inscription — example: sunflowers, lightning bolts, comic-style words\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree coats Epifanes matt varnish — fully weatherproof\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as two seater (140cm) or three seater (160cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for schools, gardens, churchyards and parks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade in Mid Wales\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree seater (as pictured): W160 × D60 × H120cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo seater: W140 × D60 × H120cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat height approx 45cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYour Version\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTell us who the bench is for — their name, their personality, the images and words that feel right. We’ll draw up a design and refine it with you before we begin. Schools can order on a purchase order. Typical lead time is 4–5 weeks; we can often work around ceremony and unveiling deadlines. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eGet in touch to start the conversation.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FreeRangeDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53507817636215,"sku":"FRD-BEN-WD-1053","price":1960.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/7673\/1729\/files\/billys-memorial-bench-3-seater-7604623.png?v=1759411985"}],"url":"https:\/\/freerangingdesigns.com\/collections\/garden-bench.oembed?page=2","provider":"FreeRangeDesigns","version":"1.0","type":"link"}