Bench Challenge Anniversary

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.

You may be wondering whether this is actually a bench or not. Built as it is from local stone blocks it is quite comfortable and easily seats three people.
Serpentine stone, a group of minerals known for their unique green hues and often mottled or veined appearance, similar to a snake’s skin, hence the name (from the Latin “serpentinus”). Lizardite is named after the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall, England, where it was first discovered.
And the reason for taking a break here. The enchanting view of Kynance Cove.

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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Heyjude

I have lived in the UK for most of my life, but when young I definitely had wanderlust and even ended up living in South Africa for several years which was a wonderful experience. I now look forward to a long and leisurely retirement doing what I like most - gardening, photography, walking and travelling.

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  6. I can imagine sitting on that stone when it has been warmed by the sun. Lovely to see something natural purposed as a relaxing bench.

    Best wishes, Pete. x

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    1. Yes it is the perfect spot to stop and look. And the bench is quite comfortable too. Especially when the stone is warmed by the sun.

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    1. The rocks here are very unusual and very beautiful – I can see why jewellery is made from it. And apparently Queen Victoria was so taken by it she had many items made for her holiday home (Osborne House) on the Isle of Wight.

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