Blackthorn Benches
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Garden Benches

Garden Picnic Benches - Backyard Seating

Our garden picnic benches are handmade to order in Essex and built to fit your space - lawn, patio or decking. One solid piece that seats the family, never blows over, and turns the garden into somewhere to eat, work and gather all summer.

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The Right Bench

The right bench for your garden

Different gardens need different benches. A compact bench suits a courtyard or patio; a 6 or 8 seater suits a family lawn. Our guide to the best bench by garden type helps you choose, and benches by size shows the options.

Made to Fit

Made to fit awkward spaces

Gardens are rarely a tidy rectangle. Because we build to order from our Chelmsford workshop, we can make a bench to an exact length, work around a slope or narrow spot, or match an existing set. Tell us the space and we'll make it fit. Custom sizes are available on every order.

Styles & Options

Styles and options

Every bench is built from C24 construction-grade timber with splinter-free routed edges and a non-toxic water-based stain finish. Choose the style that suits your garden.

StyleBest forSeats
A-frameClassic garden look, most popular4, 6 or 8
Rounded edgeFamilies with children, splinter-free routed edges4, 6 or 8
Custom sizeAwkward spaces, patios, decking areasBuilt to your measurements

Need something outside these? We build to your measurements. Custom sizes are always available - just tell us the space.

Built to Last

Built to blend in - and last

A garden bench is an investment in years of outdoor meals and gatherings. Every bench leaves our Chelmsford workshop in C24 construction-grade timber with a non-toxic water-based stain, splinter-free routed edges, and a build quality designed to last decades outdoors.

Handmade to order

Every bench is built from scratch in our Chelmsford workshop after you order. No stock, no flat-pack.

C24 timber

Construction-grade timber chosen for strength and durability outdoors in the UK climate.

Non-toxic finish

Non-toxic water-based stain, safe for children and pets. Splinter-free routed edges on every surface.

Custom sizes available

Standard 4, 6 and 8-seater options, or built to your exact measurements. 7 working days typical lead time.

Keep it looking good with our seasonal care guide, and get set for summer with our styling ideas.
FAQ

Garden bench FAQs

The right size for your space in well-finished timber. A 6-seater suits most family gardens; smaller gardens and patios may want a 4-seater or a compact made-to-order size.

Yes, if it’s well made and looked after. Our benches are built from C24 construction-grade timber with a non-toxic water-based stain finish, plus an annual re-coat and winter cover, and will last many years in a garden.

Yes. Built-to-order means you can choose size, height and finish to suit your garden and how you use it. Custom sizes are available, and we build in our Chelmsford workshop to your exact measurements.

Order a garden bench made to fit

Tell us your dimensions and where the bench is going, and we'll build to fit - handmade in Essex, delivered in 7 working days.