Woodcraft UK, Handcrafted Wooden Garden Furniture

03/06/2026

Oxford Cycling Club.
Following on from our previous post, here is a video celebrating the late Johnny Morrison from his fellow cyclists at his beloved OCC - Oxford Cycling Club . We were asked to make a bench for Johnny as a tribute to someone who was much loved and admired by all that knew him.

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01/06/2026

Some memorial benches remember a person.

Others remember a way of life.

This handcrafted York Bench was created in memory of Johnny Morrison, a founding member of OCC - Oxford Cycling Club who was remembered by friends as kind, welcoming, funny and someone who brought people together.

Installed outside The Punter Gastropub in Oxford — a favourite post-ride gathering place for OCC members — the bench now sits where Johnny once spent countless afternoons sharing stories and laughter with friends.

A particularly special feature is the QR code fitted to the bench, allowing visitors to learn more about Johnny's life and why this memorial was created.

A wonderful tribute to a much-loved husband, father, friend and clubmate.

https://www.woodcraftuk.co.uk/news/2026/the-johnny-morrison-memorial-bench

08/05/2026

We’ve been sent some brilliant photos from Burnby Hall Gardens in Pocklington — a lovely spot in East Yorkshire and home to the National Collection of Water Lilies 🌿

Across the gardens you’ll find a wide range of Woodcraft furniture, from traditional benches to shelters, pergolas and noticeboards, all designed to complement the landscape and provide visitors with places to sit, rest and enjoy the surroundings.

With thousands of visitors each year, it’s great to see the furniture being used exactly as intended.

If you’ve never visited Burnby Hall Gardens, it’s well worth a trip!

Read more: https://www.woodcraftuk.co.uk/news/2026/a-place-to-sit-and-relax-a-while-woodcraft-at-burnby-hall-gardens

05/05/2026

A new Beverley bench in East Park, Hull — although you’d be forgiven for thinking it’s been there for years.

Once installed, it doesn’t take long before the park starts to take over. Walkers pass by, people stop for a moment, and it simply becomes part of the landscape.

With around 30 Woodcraft benches now across East Park, each one plays its part in the everyday life of the space.

Read more: https://www.woodcraftuk.co.uk/news/2026/a-park-bench-that-finds-its-place

29/04/2026

A nice find from one of our past projects.

These timber planters were made for Dromore, Northern Ireland back in 2017 — and we’ve recently seen them again in the town centre.

Still in place, still doing their job, and adding greenery and structure to the space around Dromore Town Hall.

27/04/2026

Update from Crete 🇬🇷

The two York benches we recently made for the Commonwealth War Graves Commission have now safely arrived at Souda Bay Commonwealth War Graves Commission .

After their journey through mainland Greece, they’re now on site and ready to take their place in this peaceful setting of remembrance.

It’s always an honour to be involved in projects like this — creating something that will quietly support visitors for years to come.

We’ll share more once they’re fully installed.

Read more: https://www.woodcraftuk.co.uk/news/2026/update-york-benches-reach-souda-bay-war-cemetery

01/04/2026

Another busy spell in the workshop at Woodcraft UK, with six handcrafted benches packed and ready for delivery across the UK.

This latest batch includes designs from our York, Beverley and Staxton ranges — all built by hand and carefully prepared for their journey to locations nationwide.

Some are heading to long-standing customers, while others are making their way to new homes for the very first time.

It’s always satisfying to see multiple pieces ready to go, each one with its own destination and purpose.

31/03/2026

From design through to installation, this curved York bench was created specifically for its setting in Greenwich Park.

Its shape allows it to sit naturally within the space, complementing the structure around it rather than competing with it. Every stage of the process is carefully considered to ensure the final piece feels like it truly belongs.

30/03/2026

From a Yorkshire workshop to destinations around the world.

Every Woodcraft bench begins in the same place — but not every journey is the same. Some travel hundreds or even thousands of miles to reach their final setting, from private gardens to places of remembrance.

It’s not just about getting there. It’s about arriving in perfect condition, ready to become part of somewhere that matters.

Read more: https://www.woodcraftuk.co.uk/admin/entries/news/45452-from-workshop-to-world-the-journey-of-a-woodcraft-bench

27/03/2026

Two of our latest York benches are currently on their way to Souda Bay War Cemetery in Crete.

The cemetery, maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission , is the resting place of over 1,500 Commonwealth servicemen, many connected to the Battle of Crete during WWII.

These benches will soon be installed to provide visitors with a place to pause and reflect in this peaceful setting overlooking the sea.

For now, we only have these workshop photos — fully wrapped and ready for the journey. We’ll share more once they arrive and are in place.