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.
What a beautiful spot, Jude! Happy Sunday! xx
Gilly recommended it to me years ago. I had hoped we’d meet up there, but it didn’t happen. 😪
I heard from Lindy not long ago. Very sad!
Another ideal location for a bench Jude
Here’s my bench for this week
Mmm.. When does a bench become a sofa? 🤔
Do cushions make a bench a sofa?
Good question. They certainly make a bench more comfortable.
Sofa so good 😁
[Groan]
I’m just trying to couch you proper 😁
What a beautiful spot for a bench! Gorgeous.
It is a lovely garden. Very peaceful.
That’s a glorious view, Jude. And as you see, for some reason, I decided one bench wasn’t enough this week: https://margaret21.com/2025/03/29/benches-in-harrogates-valley-gardens/
No shortage of benches there!
Nope! Just s bit chilly for sitting around that day.
Lovely setting!
Lovely garden, very quiet.