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How To Maintain Your Wooden Garden Swing Seat
Posted by Alex Rowe on October 24th 2024
This guide will walk you through the simple steps you’ll need to follow to preserve your swing seat’s wood’s natural beauty and extend the life of your outdoor furniture.
Do You Need Planning Permission For a Pergola?
Posted by Martin Young on September 30th 2024
If you're looking to create a secluded garden retreat or define zones in an outdoor space, a pergola will more than fit the bill. But do you need planning permission to construct one? Let’s find out…
Add Relaxing Movement To Small Outdoor Spaces With A Garden Rocking Bench
Posted on September 30th 2024
Turning a small outdoor space into a relaxing natural haven can be as simple as choosing the right seating. A handmade rocking bench provides the perfect blend of comfort, movement, and charm
Early Autumn in The Sitting Spiritually Garden
Posted on September 17th 2024
Gardening & Guest Blogs Advice & Guides Furniture & Musings Latest News Garden Design Mindful Garden
Early Autumn is upon us but there is still so much to see in the The Sitting Spiritually Garden so why not pay us a visit?
How To Grow Grape Vines On A Pergola In The UK
Posted by Martin Young on August 21st 2024
You might think that growing grapes was limited to the warmer climates of the Mediterranean, but it’s perfectly possible to grow grapevines in the UK – and when draped in colourful hanging clusters over a handmade pergola, coiling between beams and creating a beautiful canopy, there are few garden features more appealing!
Why Oak Pergolas Are Perfect For Your Garden
Posted by Martin Young on August 21st 2024
Oak pergolas are an increasingly popular choice for garden lovers in the UK, for those looking to enhance their outdoor spaces and create beautiful sanctuaries you’ll want to visit time and time again.
Our Classical Fan Back
Posted on August 20th 2024
The Fan Back is our most popular back design & a design classic....
Summer Holidays are approaching, here's why our rope swings are the best....
Posted on June 13th 2024
Sitting Spiritually Rope Swings look like something out of a fairy-tale, adding a charming, old fashioned appeal to any outside space.
Best Garden Swings for Adults: A Perfect Addition to Your Outdoor Space
Posted by Martin Young on April 30th 2024
Garden swings are a timeless addition to any outdoor space, offering a unique blend of relaxation, beauty, and fun. But don’t be fooled into thinking they’re just for children…a garden swing seat is just as enjoyable for the young-at-heart as it is the young!
Our Premium Refurbishment Service
Posted on April 11th 2024
Have you heard about our premium restoration service for your Sitting Spiritually Furniture?
5 Small Garden Furniture Ideas for Outdoor Spaces
Posted by Martin Young on March 27th 2024
Even the smallest spaces can be transformed into stylish outdoor retreats with the right garden furniture. Here at Sitting Spiritually, we specialise in using traditional craftsmanship and innovative designs to offer customers a range of garden furniture that is perfect for any garden.
Veranda vs Pergola: Which Outdoor Structure is Right for You?
Posted by Martin Young on March 27th 2024
If you're looking for a garden feature that combines versatility, customisation, and stunning natural aesthetics, a pergola might just be the perfect fit for you.
The Story of Napoleon and French Oak
France is home to some of the finest oak forests in the world; and it’s from these ancient trees, with a history that traces back to the days of Napoleon Bonaparte, that Sitting Spiritually source a great deal of their exceptional quality timber. Stunning garden furniture…200 years in the making!
Swing Seat, Hammock, Swing Chair, Swing Bench. What's in a name?
Posted on March 12th 2024
Swing Seats are known by many different names, & all essentially provide the same thing, we look at them in more detail….
What is a Day Bed and How Can It Enhance Your Garden Space?
Posted by Martin Young on January 30th 2024
If you’re looking for a true statement piece for your garden; one that instantly elevates the comfort and style of your outdoor space, then a handmade swinging day can be a wonderful investment.
Enhancing Garden Experiences — The Art of Outdoor Entertaining
Posted by Martin Young on January 30th 2024
Here at Sitting Spiritually, we’ve got two decades of experience in providing the perfect seating solutions for these al fresco occasions. Let’s take a look into the art of outdoor entertaining and how handmade swing seats, benches, and day beds can enhance your garden gatherings!
5 Outdoor Decking Seating Ideas for a Stylish and Comfortable Space
Posted by Martin Young on January 30th 2024
Transform your outdoor space into a sanctuary of comfort and style with these five exceptional seating ideas for your garden decking. As you’d expect from any handmade swing seat or bench from the Sitting Spiritually range, each piece combines exceptional craftsmanship with unique design elements.
Best Garden Furniture: Transform Your Outdoor Space with Style
Posted by Martin Young on November 28th 2023
To truly transform your garden with style; to create a space where you can spend those long spring afternoons in comfort, you need to invest in high-quality garden furniture...
Pergola Lighting Ideas: Creative Ways to Illuminate Your Garden
Posted by Martin Young on November 28th 2023
One popular method of stamping your personality on a garden pergola, and an effective way of creating an ambient setting for those long summer evenings, is to invest in some good quality outdoor lighting.
Designing A Small Garden by Clarissa Judd
Posted on November 20th 2023
A Guest Blog from Garden Designer Clarissa Judd.....
Boat Building Academy gifted the “Rolls Royce of saws”
Posted on October 20th 2023
The Boat Building Academy (BBA) at Lyme Regis now has the “Rolls Royce of saws” for its students, thanks to the generosity of a fellow, local woodworking enthusiast.
The Art of Buying Once
Posted on October 9th 2023
Let's all love things that endure & treasure them. all the more for that....
Aimless August Gardening
by Katherine Crouch
Posted on August 22nd 2023
If there is any time of year to be wandering round the garden aimlessly, it must be in high summer.....
Gardens to Visit in The West Country
Posted by Martin Young on August 14th 2023
Why not combine a visit to the Sitting Spiritually Garden with a trip to one of these fabulous gardens....
The Madness of Watering Pots
by Katherine Crouch
Posted on July 20th 2023
July is one of the nicest months for a little garden maintenance. Such jobs as you might do are neither strenuous nor frantically necessary.....
Spotlight on The Fan Back
Posted on June 5th 2023
The Fan Back is our most popular back design & a design classic....
Creating a relaxing outdoor retreat with a pergola swing seat
Posted on May 10th 2023
Do you dream of a peaceful oasis where you can relax and unwind after a long day? Imagine spending an evening in your garden, surrounded by lush greenery and the soothing sounds of nature, swaying gently back and forth on a beautiful pergola swing seat. With our handcrafted wooden garden furniture, this dream can become a reality.
Why oak pergolas make for gorgeous garden design
Posted by Martin Young on May 10th 2023
When it comes to creating a beautiful garden, the design is everything. It's the small details that make a big difference, and a well-crafted oak pergola can truly elevate your garden design. At Sitting Spiritually, we specialise in creating luxury handcrafted wooden garden furniture, including oak pergolas. Here are just a few reasons why oak pergolas make for gorgeous garden design.
The Sitting Spiritually Garden Open Weekend
Posted on April 24th 2023
We are delighted to announce we are hosting one of our popular Open Weekends....
The Guide to Essential Herbs
by Katherine Crouch
Posted on April 19th 2023
The joy of your own fresh herbs in the garden
Gardens are Reawakening & Opening Now
Posted on March 28th 2023
Why not combine a visit to the Sitting Spiritually Garden with a trip to one of these fabulous gardens....
Home Grown by Anna Sissons
Posted on March 14th 2023
As ever more of us think again about growing veg, Sitting Spiritually's Gardener Anna Sissons talks home grown
One or Many?
by Katherine Crouch
Posted on February 28th 2023
Should we plant in ones or many, Katherine Crouch discusses the options...
A Healing Garden
Posted on February 2nd 2023
Designers of the Sitting Spiritually Garden, Jarmanmurphy, talk about the healing powers of being in the garden....
A Rough Guide to Winter Pruning
by Katherine Crouch
Posted on January 31st 2023
Now is the perfect time for pruning deciduous trees and shrubs
We're Talking Versatility....
Posted on October 18th 2022
The Trilogy has so much to offer, find out why.....
The World's Greatest Flower Show & What Not To Miss....
Posted on May 20th 2022
So whilst we're not at RHS Chelsea Flower Show this year it still instils so much excitement in us, and this is what we're most looking forward to seeing....
Four Fabulous Dorset Gardens
Posted on May 10th 2022
Why not combine a visit to the Sitting Spiritually Garden with a trip to one of these fabulous gardens....
Come & Be Inspired by The Sitting Spiritually Garden
Posted on May 4th 2022
There's never been a better time to visit The Sitting Spiritually Garden......
How to hang your rope swing
Posted on October 26th 2021
Let Sitting Spiritually guide you through the process of safely and securely hanging your beautifully-crafted rope swing...
What makes our rope swings the best?
Posted on October 26th 2021
Sitting Spiritually Rope Swings are exquisite in both their concept and their design. They look like something out of a fairy-tale, adding a quaint and elegant aesthetic to any outside space.
How to hang a rope swing on a sloping bough
Posted on October 26th 2021
Hanging a rope swing on a sloping bough might seem like a challenging feat, but with our guidance, it can actually be very simple.
How to hang a rope swing from a beam or ceiling
Posted on October 26th 2021
While it is certainly a charmingly whimsical sight, you don’t just have to hang your rope swing from a tree. In fact, hanging a rope swing from a beam or ceiling can bring together the best elements of your interior and exterior space.
Why Buy Wooden Garden Furniture Now?
Posted on October 18th 2021
Why is now the perfect time to buy your Sitting Spiritually Seat?
Creating Natural Shade
Posted on July 6th 2021
Creating a canopy of natural shade can be easy to achieve.........
Customer Care, Creating An Experience
Posted on June 30th 2021
We pride ourselves on our customer care & always endeavour to make the process of commissioning us a happy & memorable one.....
Ageing Gracefully....
Posted on June 22nd 2021
Our 15 year old Kyokusen Swing Seat graces the page of a glossy magazine....
Celebrating Compost Week by Woody Morley
Posted on March 15th 2021
Compost Week UK celebrates the benefits of composting and encourages the UK to be rotters!
Sitting Spiritually....You're in Safe Hands
Posted on March 8th 2021
Why choose Sitting Spiritually?
Buy Once, Buy Well
Posted on December 10th 2020
Recently two people in the public eye, both poles apart, have been quoted as having very much the same philosophy.
Autumn Lawn Care Guide
Posted on November 25th 2020
In the following text, you’ll find a detailed, step-by-step guide from Martin himself, showing how to maintain your lawn for Autumn.
Hanging a Swing Seat Without a Frame
Posted on September 8th 2020
Be Creative......Find Your Own Place to Hang Your Swing Seat....
Your Perfect Spot
Posted on August 28th 2020
Looking for the perfect spot for your swing seat, let us guide you.......
What to plant around your swing seat.....
Posted on August 21st 2020
Looking to plant something around your swing seat for some shade, scent or just its beauty?
Our Favourite Garden Blogs.....
Posted on June 22nd 2020
Blogs are so much a part of our online lives these days, especially during these Covid-19 times, so we have done a round up of our current favourites.....
National Gardening Week, Looking at Roses by Katherine Crouch
Posted on June 1st 2020
This week we’re celebrating National Gardening Week and the enormous benefits nature can have on our wellbeing - particularly during these challenging times, and writer Katherine Crouch is focusing on a big favourite of ours, Roses......
Grow Your Own By Katherine Crouch
Posted on April 6th 2020
A garden project will give you fresh air and exercise and something to amuse the children, (we hope), as well as dinner on the table
10 Things to do with the kids in the garden
Posted on March 23rd 2020
These are challenging times for families, but here are ten inspiring ideas for outside entertainment
Gardens for health & wellbeing Richard Rogers
Posted on February 3rd 2020
Garden Designer Richard Rogers write for us on Gardens for the Soul
Exploring the Jurassic Coast on Foot
Posted on January 20th 2020
Guy Kerr, Programme Manager for the Jurassic Coast Trust writes about our stunning Jurassic Coast & the walks the trust offer....
Pollinators & wildlife by Sarah Jarman
Posted on January 14th 2020
Garden Designer Sarah Jarman of Jarmanmurphy writes for us on Pollinators & Wildlife
Pruning Deciduous Trees & Shrubs by Katherine Crouch
Posted on January 7th 2020
Garden Designer Katherine Crouch write for us about how January is one of the best months for pruning deciduous trees and shrubs.
Why Buy in Winter?
Posted on December 30th 2019
Why is Winter the perfect time to buy your Sitting Spiritually Seat?
Fantastic Winter Colour by Jarmanmurphy
Posted on November 25th 2019
Jarmanmurphy write for us on Winter Colour in the Garden
Some of Our Favourite Winter Gardens to Visit
Posted on November 4th 2019
We think that there can be something rather lovely about visiting a stunning Winter garden, snuggled up in something warm, perhaps a hot chocolate along the way
Product Spotlights - Our Unique Back Designs
Posted on October 21st 2019
Choosing your swing seat is a deeply personal thing, & none more so than the style of back....
How to Restore Wooden Garden Furniture
Posted on October 14th 2019
Summer is really starting to look like a distant memory now, but many of us love to use our garden furniture in the Autumn & Winter so it's a good time to give it a little attention.....
Pots & Planters for Autumn
Posted on September 30th 2019
Sitting Spiritually's Garden Designers Jarmnamurphy write for us on preparing for bright chilly days and frosty nights, and how a planted pot near the front door is an easy way to bring some seasonal interest to our gardens
Late Summer Colour by Alison Bockh
Posted on September 23rd 2019
Garden Designer Alison Bockh writes for us on late Summer colour in the garden....
Luxury Gifts for Weddings
Posted on August 5th 2019
Going to a late Summer or Autumn wedding? Often the most tortuous part, after planning what to wear, is choosing what to buy the happy couple.
School's Out for Summer!
Posted on July 22nd 2019
So, school's out for Summer, and parents and grandparents across the land are no doubt wondering what to do with the kids on the extended break, whilst hopefully keeping them away from endless screen time......
The Timbers We Work With.... By James Amato
Posted on July 8th 2019
A Maker's Perspective by James Amato
Shady Seating Areas
Posted on July 1st 2019
Garden Designer Marie Shallcross writes for us about seating in shady areas....
Coping With Summer Drought
Posted on June 24th 2019
Garden Designer Katherine Crouch writes for us about coping with our ever increasing dry Summers....
Gardens to Visit - Burrow Farm Gardens
Posted on June 17th 2019
Very local to the Sitting Spiritually Garden is this exquisite gem in East Devon....
The Scented Garden
Posted on June 10th 2019
Garden Designer Muff Dudgeon on bringing scent into the garden.....
Plants for Our Unpredictable Summers
Posted on March 14th 2019
Garden Designer Katherine Crouch suggests her Top Ten plants that will cope with any conditions that may be thrown at us this year....
A Garden Full of Wildlife
Posted on March 1st 2019
Garden Designer Muff Dudgeon writes about how to encourage wildlife into your garden….
Top Ten Spring Bulbs for the Garden
Posted on February 20th 2019
Garden Designer Katherine Crouch writes about her favourite Early Spring Bulbs for the garden
Top 10 Trees for the Garden
Posted on January 31st 2019
Garden Designer Katherine Crouch writes....During the Winter months, as my enthusiasm for actual gardening wanes I regard this as a great time of year to plan for next season, so I shall devote some time to choosing my top ten trees, shrubs and perennials from 31 years of gardening in Somerset.
Your Pergola Project
Posted on January 24th 2019
Pergolas are big news in Garden Design at the moment, with their ability to create a ‘room like’ area within your garden, perfect for outdoor eating or just another place to relax & unwind
Planning a Vegetable Garden
Posted on December 28th 2018
Garden Designer Alison Böckh guest blogs for us about Planning a Vegetable Garden, with all important seating....
Creating Shade in Your Garden
Posted on December 14th 2018
Garden Designer Katherine Crouch writes for us about creating shade for your seating
Gardens to visit - Abbotsbury Subtropical Garden
Posted on October 29th 2018
In the second of our series about gardens to visit, we look at Abbotsbury Sub Tropical Garden, just 20 miles from the Sitting Spiritually Garden in Dorset……
Places to See Our Seats......
Posted on October 25th 2018
Whilst we have our own Show Garden at Lyme Regis where our swing seats can be viewed, did you know that there are a large amount of places around the UK that you can also see & try out our seats that may be much closer to you?
Gardens to Visit - Forde Abbey
Posted on July 10th 2018
In an occasional series, we are looking at Gardens to Visit, some of whom have our swing seats. We would like to start this series with Forde Abbey, less than ten miles from the Sitting Spiritually Garden.
Caring for Your Mature Garden Furniture
Posted on June 26th 2018
We are focusing here on mature wooden garden furniture. Just like us, as we age and mature, we could all do with a little help along the way to keep us looking our best, and your wooden garden furniture is no different.....
Guest Blog... Pergola Planting with Jarmanmurphy
Posted on January 4th 2018
Pergolas offer the chance to extend the greenery skyward with climbers and twining plants, allowing flowers and scent to surround you as you relax in their shade. Award winning Garden Designers Jarmanmurphy share some ideas....
Garden Furniture Ideas for Christmas
Posted on November 14th 2017
We have the perfect Christmas gift ideas for everyone. Whether it's a rope swing for the children or a relaxing garden swing seat for adults, see what we have available and when you need to order by.
Garden Swing Seat or Bench?
Posted on November 14th 2017
In today’s hectic and often stressful world, we are all in need of a place of sanctuary, where we can sit & dream or read, and take time to enjoy our gardens....
Caring for Your Furniture
Posted on July 24th 2017
How should I look after my furniture is a question we are often asked....
Summer Care for Your Furniture
Posted on June 20th 2017
Looking after your outdoors wooden furniture
Favourite Blogs of 2015
Posted on January 19th 2016
Favourite Blogs of 2015 - we thought we'd bring you a round up of our most popular blogs from 2015 & are looking forward to bringing you more updates and news throughout 2016. Look out for a Q&A session with Martin very soon.
Shade Solutions for Garden Furniture
Posted on June 18th 2015
Ideas to create shade for your garden furniture
Which timber is right for you?
Posted on June 9th 2015
Whether buying your Garden Furniture from us or another company, we hope the following may help you choose the right timber for you & your family
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