The Ambleside Bench

Handmade to order in Oak, Iroko or Accoya™
A bespoke National Trust commissioned Mawson garden bench painted finish, featuring distinctive hand-carved heart and diamond backrest details against a red brick wall.
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The Ambleside Bench

Inspired by Thomas Mawson

The Ambleside Bench takes its influence from the early twentieth-century garden furniture designs of Thomas Mawson, combining distinctive decorative detailing with strong, balanced proportions.

Heart-shaped cut-outs and a central diamond motif define the back, while carefully shaped front legs and arm supports introduce symmetry and architectural detail.

The result is a distinctive garden bench that retains the character of its historic influence without feeling overly decorative.

Traditional Joinery, Made to Order

We make each Ambleside Bench individually to order using traditional joinery and timber selected for long-term exterior use.

Choose FSC-certified Oak or Iroko for a natural finish that will weather over time, or Accoya™ for a precise painted finish in your chosen colour.

Made using the principles of traditional cabinet making and architectural joinery, the Ambleside™ is designed for gardens and architectural settings where the furniture forms part of the wider composition.

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