Way back in 2015 – yes that really is ten years ago – I decided to post photos of the numerous benches sitting in my folders. It seemed that I was not alone and suddenly it turned into the Bench Challenge where I set a particular criterion each month and people joined in posting their bench photos. It was a lot of fun and I met a lot of wonderful bloggers through it.
This year I am returning to mark the occasion by posting a bench photo every Sunday. There will not be any particular theme set this year so it’s not really much of a challenge, but if there is anyone out there who still has a bucketful of bench photos and would like to join me, then please do so by adding a link in the comments or a link to my post in yours (a pingback) and I will happily pop along to admire.
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That looks like a comfortable bench in a very pretty garden.
Yes, I could happily sit there with a book.
That looks like a lovely spot to sit for a while.
It is in a lovely garden too, with many more benches.
That looks so pretty and inviting. MIne? Somewhat less so: https://margaret21.com/2025/02/09/there-were-three-on-a-bench/
I think yours is a great shot. Sign of the times.
Thanks Jude!
Thanks for your hint about having to double-comment. That’s exactly what I’ve just had to do. Note to self: Remember to copy comment before attempting to post!
Yes, its weird that it works ok the second time. And you forget whose blogs it happens on (I believe some people have it happen on mine). I guess copying every comment before posting is the way to go.
WP is a mystery.
A bench in the sun is always inviting. That one is made for a lean back afternoon.
Here’s the other end of last weeks bench.
I have done some photos of the whole installation which I’ll post next week
I have sat on this bench with a book. It is in a lovely sheltered spot with fabulous views too.
That needed a “sit here and look at this view” photo
That is a wow Jude
Inviting in the sun! Must see if i can contribute
I am sure you will have a bench or two in your archives.
Hopefully!
That’s a lovely bench for a garden – my favourite of this series. It just looks so right because the frame suggests the branches of a tree or a climber and the seat has such an organic and comfortable-looking shape. I’d be happy to spend some time on that one!
Yes I agree, it has a lovely shape. Now if only I could remember which garden… (I have, Trelissick)
One to visit, some day in the future… 🙂