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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Such beautiful old trees! Sitting under them on a warm day would be wonderful.
Indeed. The perfect spot.
Not comfy and I need a back rest, but the setting is beautiful. Did you see Graham’s lovely bench by the sea yesterday? xx
I don’t follow Graham, but I’ll head over there to have a look now. These benches are just to have a quick sit down and take in the views over the rest of the garden. Nice shade on a hot day.
I didn’t know if I should leave you a link to his. I kind of hinted to him after he’d published xx
How lovely. But I would need to sit on that first bench looking the other way, so as to observe that glorious chestnut tree. Ad I’m with Jo. I prefer a back rest these days. Here’s mie today: https://margaret21.com/2025/03/23/a-bench-among-the-daffodils/
More of a spot to take the weight of your feet for a while and admire the rest of the garden. The trees are glorious.
The trees are quite stunning and I agree with Margaret, I would like to be looking at the trees even sitting astride the benches.
Another stone bench I found in my archives
Yes the trees are magnificent. I don’t think we perched on these benches, but there are plenty more in the garden.
No doubt found some more comfy ones
They are fine for a short rest on a hot day, and it is nice to see so many provided.
Best wishes, Pete. x
I am surprised you like these Pete! No arms and not even a back! 😂
As I said, they are okay for a short stop, but not for relaxing and contemplation. 😊x