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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The bench is nice but that pot – what a beauty. I love it.
I agree. There is something about a classic Greek urn.
Lovely setting and edit. This looks really cozy.
It is a lovely garden.
You find benches in lovely spots to sit and enjoy the gardens Jude. I’m a bit late this week. But here’s a couple from my daughters place in NZ. https://retiredfromgypsylife.wordpress.com/2025/09/02/bench-challenge-3/
A bit late but Margaret reminded me about it. So here is mine: https://wanderingteresa.com/hostel-benches/
Not late at all, I’m posting benches until the end of the year 😊
Thanks Jude. I will keep you in mind whenever I see benches!
That would be good. Your benches BTW are terrific.