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Swinging Day Beds: Add Romance To Your Outdoor Space
Posted by Martin Young on December 15th 2024
There’s something undeniably magical about spending time outdoors with someone special. Whether it’s under the mellow golden light of a setting sun in spring – or beneath a canopy of stars – the right setting can make all the difference. A swinging day bed transforms your garden into a private sanctuary where you can relax, connect, and enjoy the company of loved ones in complete comfort.
Garden Swing Seats For Adults: Why Let The Kids Have All The Fun?
Posted by Martin Young on December 15th 2024
There’s something timeless about the act of swinging. It’s an experience most of us associate with carefree childhood days, yet its appeal knows no age limit. Sitting Spiritually’s range of handcrafted wooden swing seats invites adults to relive this sense of joy, blending nostalgic charm with elegant design.
How To Incorporate a Cedar Swing Seat Into Your Garden Design
Posted by Martin Young on October 31st 2024
A cedar swing seat is a stunning addition to any garden, blending timeless charm with luxurious comfort. Whether you’re designing a traditional garden retreat or a modern outdoor space, a handcrafted cedar swing seat can become a central feature that elevates your garden’s aesthetics.
An Oak Swing Seat Through The Seasons: A Gorgeous Garden Feature All Year Round
Posted by Martin Young on October 31st 2024
Whatever the season, an oak swing seat can be a wonderful investment for your garden; an outdoor feature that offers that magic, highly sought-after combination of beauty, durability, and exceptional comfort.
4 Ways To Style Your Contemporary Oak Pergola
Posted by Martin Young on October 31st 2024
A bespoke oak pergola can become a multi-functional space in your garden throughout the year. By styling it to suit different needs, you can enjoy it whatever the season!
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....
Swing High Swing Low
Posted on July 25th 2024
There's no better way to inject a sense of fun into your garden than with our complete range of frames for rope swings.
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.
The Trilogy - Summer Holidays are Incoming!
Posted on May 30th 2024
The Trilogy comes in three heights for maximum swinging.....
Our Pergolas & What Makes Them Exceptional
Posted on May 13th 2024
There are so many choices when it comes to pergolas, here's what to consider, and now is a great time to be planning....
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!
Are You Sitting Spiritually?
Posted on April 24th 2024
We are over the moon that The Sitting Spiritually Garden has been featured in a huge 5 page spread in Dorset Magazine!
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!
Our Ammonite Table - Endorsed by the RHS
Posted on March 25th 2024
Ammonites are synonymous with Lyme Regis & the Jurassic Coast & our exquisite little drinks table is a best seller.....
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….
Welcome Back to Spring Plant Fairs
Posted on March 4th 2024
There are some super Plant Fair coming up near us, so why not have a jaunt & combine it with a visit to The Sitting Spiritually Garden for more inspiration
The RHS Four Seasons Swing Seat, Now Celebrating the Daffodil
Posted on February 22nd 2024
Our brand new RHS Four Seasons Swing Seat, celebrating our 20th Anniversary, is starting to appear in magazines, and we're very excited about this!
Snowdrop Spectaculars
Posted on February 6th 2024
They're making a guest appearance now! Here are some of the loveliest places to catch winter snowdrops within a 50 mile radius of the Sitting Spiritually Garden
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.
Our Clever Little Space Saver
Posted on January 29th 2024
Short on space but still want to experience a relaxing motion? Read on....
Celebrating 20 Glorious Years
Posted on January 18th 2024
Introducing the RHS Four Seasons Swing Seat, a masterpiece celebrating our 20th Anniversary.
Meet Our Team
Posted by Martin Young on December 14th 2023
Our fabulous team work quietly away in the background, so we thought it was time to shine the spotlight on them...
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.
The RHS Four Seasons Garden Bench
Posted on November 27th 2023
The RHS Four Seasons Bench has exceeded all our expectations since its launch in early 2022...
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....
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....
The Trilogy - Three Options & Now available in Three Heights
Posted on March 9th 2023
The Trilogy has had a relaunch and now comes in three heights for maximum swinging.....
Spring & The RHS Four Seasons Bench
Posted on February 8th 2023
The daffodil symbolises rebirth and new beginnings....
Our Handmade Oak Swings...Now Endorsed by the RHS!
Posted on October 20th 2022
We’ve always known that there was something special about our handmade rope swings…and now we’ve got the RHS stamp of approval to confirm it. But what makes our rope swings a cut above the rest? What qualities and features does a Sitting Spiritually swing possess that the competitors lack? Let's find out!
We're Talking Versatility....
Posted on October 18th 2022
The Trilogy has so much to offer, find out why.....
Survival of the Driest
Posted on September 22nd 2022
Sitting Spiritually's Gardener Anna Sissons writes for us about climate change's effect on the garden this Summer....
Celebrating "Have A Seat With"
Posted on September 5th 2022
We are fast approaching our 25th interview for our unique Have A Seat With Series.....
The Sitting Spiritually Pergola
Posted on August 18th 2022
A look at the plant life around the Sitting Spiritually Pergola....
Wasps....Friend or Foe of Your Swing Seat?
Posted on August 11th 2022
Why you should be delighted to have wasps in your garden....
How Handmade Wooden Furniture Can Complement Your Garden Plant Life
Posted on June 27th 2022
To fully enhance the sensory experience of your garden’s flower displays and beautiful aromatic foliage, a handmade wooden swing seat or bench could be just the natural feature you’re looking for.
Our Swing Seat.....
Posted on June 21st 2022
A customer writes for us.....I first saw the Kyokusen swing seat in 2008.....
A New Addition at RHS Garden Harlow Carr by Katherine Musgrove
Posted on May 26th 2022
Garden Manager Katherine Musgrove at RHS Garden Harlow Carr writes for us about their latest Sitting Spiritually acquisition
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......
Birth Flowers
Posted on April 22nd 2022
Everyone knows about their zodiac sign or birthstone. But not many people know that there's actually a birth flower too which has its own special meaning. So here's our guide on every month's birth flower….
Rest, Reflect, Relax....
Posted on April 11th 2022
Taking time out of the hustle and bustle of a busy ward, clinic or office is crucial to NHS staff well-being and so many are on their feet all day – so taking a moment to sit and just begin to reflect is so important
Unveiling Our New Furniture with Luxury Lifestyle brand OSPREY LONDON
Posted on March 30th 2022
We delighted to reveal that we will be collaborating with British luxury lifestyle brand OSPREY LONDON to create a stunning new handmade oak swing seat—made exclusively as part of their Home Collection.
A Special Swing at Peter Beales Roses
Posted on February 15th 2022
Find a specially commissioned and carved Tranquillity Heart Back Swing Seat, inscribed in memory to a much loved young woman
Welcome to Ali Clifford, Incredibusy....
Posted on November 30th 2021
We've been delighted to hand over the reins of our Social Media to Ali Cameron for a month....
Autumn Musings & Knoll Gardens by Pauline Jones
Posted on November 9th 2021
Garden Designer & Writer Pauline Caroline Jones writes for us....
Late Autumn in the Sitting Spiritually Garden
Posted on November 1st 2021
Jarman Murphy were back in the SS Garden, come & visit to see what they've been up to....
Why Buy Wooden Garden Furniture Now?
Posted on October 18th 2021
Why is now the perfect time to buy your Sitting Spiritually Seat?
All About The Colour!
Posted on September 28th 2021
As the days are drawing in we are being drawn to colour.....
The First Kyokusen.....
Posted on September 14th 2021
Our first ever Kyokusen still sits majestically in the Sitting Spiritually Garden....
Product Spotlight - The Trilogy, Grandparents & Grandchildren Sharing....
Posted on September 9th 2021
The Trilogy is our most versatile swing seat.....
Sculpture By The Lakes by Pauline Jones
Posted on September 1st 2021
Garden Designer & Writer Pauline Caroline Jones visits Sculpture By The Lakes in Dorset.....
August in the Sitting Spiritually Garden
Posted on August 24th 2021
Come & visit the Sitting Spiritually Garden to enjoy the fruits of all the rain & sunshine in Dorset....
Meet The Makers
Posted on August 10th 2021
With an unprecedented level of commissions this year, meet our amazing team of makers......
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....
Carvings - Adding a Magical Touch to Your Garden Furniture
Posted on June 14th 2021
There is something to be said for the added magical touch of a personalised carving on furniture....
Seating in the Smaller Garden
Posted on April 20th 2021
A garden is so important, no matter its size, & we have a seat for even the smallest space....
Product Spotlight - The Swinging Day Bed with Cedar Roof
Posted on March 29th 2021
We are thrilled to announce a new product in our range....
Sitting Spiritually....You're in Safe Hands
Posted on March 8th 2021
Why choose Sitting Spiritually?
Spotlight on The Kyokusen
Posted on February 18th 2021
The Kyokusen is one of our best sellers & many have likened it to a sculpture in their garden.....
Talking About Sensory Integration Therapy
Posted on February 11th 2021
We've talked before about the benefits to be derived from relaxing on a swing seat, but are you aware how much deeper this can go?
Swing Seats in the Garden – What makes them so special?
Posted on January 26th 2021
Until you’ve actually sat on a garden swing seat, you may well be thinking what’s all the fuss about? Let us tell you why....
Why We Use Man Made Hempex Rope
Posted on January 13th 2021
Nowadays, so many of us look for the natural alternative in products, and none more so that us at Sitting Spiritually, however there is something we do make an exception with and that is the Hempex Rope for our best selling rope swings, read why.....
Making the Memories Count....
Posted on January 5th 2021
Remembering happy & sad times in a lasting way....
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.
Own A Pre Loved Sitting Spiritually Swing Seat
Posted on December 2nd 2020
Our Swing Seats in public gardens often find a loved second home, here's how....
Swing Into The Clouds This Christmas
Posted on November 27th 2020
It really doesn’t matter what your age is – you are never too old to swing on a swing!
RHS Garden Rosemoor's New Arrival
Posted on November 9th 2020
We are delighted that our Affinity Accoya Heart Back has arrived at RHS Rosemoor....
Autumn Arrival.....The Affinity Accoya
Posted on September 30th 2020
Bringing you the newest addition to the Sitting Spiritually Stable......
Stand & Deliver!
Posted on September 17th 2020
We're often asked about the delivery of our swing seats, so here we delve a little deeper....
Hanging a Swing Seat Without a Frame
Posted on September 8th 2020
Be Creative......Find Your Own Place to Hang Your Swing Seat....
The Bench Gurus.....
Posted on June 15th 2020
It was lovely to see one of our swing seats featured in The Telegraph on Saturday & we're really rather taken with our new title!
Swing Seats from Trees
Posted on April 27th 2020
No matter your age, nothing will replace the sense of pure joy you feel when you're swinging on a swing seat.....
Your Favourite View from A Swing Seat
Posted on April 27th 2020
There's always that spot, that one place where you feel calm. The scene that you fill your eyes with and can't seem to get enough of.
Product Spotlight - The Harmony Range
Posted on April 14th 2020
Wanting colour in your Garden Furniture? The Harmony could be the choice for you....
Exploring the History of Springs by Davies Springs
Posted on March 30th 2020
The first spring powered-clocks appeared in and evolved into the first large watches by the 16th century & we find it fascinating that our suspension springs are part of this history....
Are You Sitting Comfortably by Mike Palmer
Posted on March 2nd 2020
Garden Designer Mike Palmer write for us on a subject dear to our souls, Seating in the Garden!
Product Spotlight - The Swinging Day Bed
Posted on February 24th 2020
Sleep out under the stars on our Swinging Day Bed.....
Sitting in Peace With Garden Swing Seats And Benches
Posted by Sitting Spiritually on February 19th 2020
The peace and quiet of a garden is one of the most serene environments one can ask for. Why not sit in style with garden swing seats?
Why Buy in Winter?
Posted on December 30th 2019
Why is Winter the perfect time to buy your Sitting Spiritually Seat?
Product Spotlight - The Tranquillity Range
Posted on December 16th 2019
The Tranquillity Range is our best seller, here's why.....
The Perfect Christmas Goes With a Swing.....
Posted on December 9th 2019
Our aim for this Christmas (& beyond) is to get children away from screens and keep them active outdoors – whatever the weather and here's how....
We Bought the Swing Seat by Suzanne Burden
Posted on October 28th 2019
A customer writes for us about her experience of commissioning us......
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....
The Master Ropemakers
Posted on October 7th 2019
The Master Ropemakers say...."we are delighted to have provided Sitting Spiritually with our British made rope for their swings for some time now. However have you ever wondered how it was made?"
The Oak Canopy Swinging Day Bed
Posted on September 9th 2019
The year round garden addition – The Oak Canopy Swinging Day Bed....
Product Spotlight - The RHS Serenity Range
Posted on August 19th 2019
We love the RHS Serenity Range and it remains one of our best sellers, here's why.....
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.
Sitting Spiritually at The Deer Park Country House
Posted on July 29th 2019
Deer Park Country House is an award-winning Devon wedding venue and conference centre and we are delighted to have three swing seats there....
Sitting Spiritually at Lympstone Manor
Posted on July 15th 2019
Lympstone Manor – A Sense of Place.....
Sitting Spiritually at RHS Garden Wisley
Posted on July 11th 2019
Peter Jones, Garden Manager for Hardy Ornamental, RHS Garden Wisley writes for us.......
The Timbers We Work With.... By James Amato
Posted on July 8th 2019
A Maker's Perspective by James Amato
Where to see our seats
Posted on June 3rd 2019
Of course we realise that not everyone can come to lovely Lyme Regis to see and try out products, but did you know that you can find us in many places nationally?
We’re Proud of our Local Heritage
Posted on May 21st 2019
We have a strong belief in working with local businesses and local people and focus very much towards that. We have a diverse team of joiners who all work under license for us within the local area of Lyme Regis, Dorset.
Our Design Process at Sitting Spiritually
Posted on May 14th 2019
What influences the Sitting Spiritually designs?
Sitting Spiritually at RHS Garden Rosemoor
Posted on May 7th 2019
Sheila Dearing, Garden Technical Services Officer at RHS Garden Rosemoor writes for us about seating in the garden....
RHS Garden Harlow Carr
Posted on April 11th 2019
Sitting Spiritually in a Yorkshire garden By Katherine Musgrove, Garden Manager, RHS Garden Harlow Carr
Sitting Spiritually on the Jurassic Coast
Posted on April 4th 2019
Guy Kerr, Programme Manager for the Jurassic Coast Trust writes about our partnership....
The History of Sitting Spiritually
Posted on March 21st 2019
We're often asked how the company started & the first of our swing seats can still be seen in the Sitting Spiritually Garden today.....
Product Spotlight - The Rockabye
Posted on March 8th 2019
“We are looking for an original idea for a Wedding present. We particularly like the fact that your seats are made in the West Country by craftsmen. The bride & groom have a small London garden, so not really enough room for a swing seat & frame, what can you advise please?”
How rocking helps adults sleep better
Posted on February 26th 2019
Being rocked to sleep doesn’t just work for babies, recent research says that adults trying to sleep better may want to consider investing in a hammock to benefit from the same effect.
A Pergola for Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Posted on February 15th 2019
“One of the finest gardens I have ever visited” Alan Titchmarsh
A New Perspective on the Knole Settee
Posted on February 5th 2019
The Knole Settee remains a timeless classic, still popular today. Its striking form has been a source of inspiration to us in the design of our latest garden bench.
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
Meet our Team of Makers
Posted on January 14th 2019
Meet our Team of Makers, all based within five miles of Sitting Spiritually HQ....
Pergolas - Goal Post & Standard
Posted on December 21st 2018
Some Christmas break reading for you for dreaming & planning your garden for 2019….
Spotlight on Rope Swings
Posted on December 5th 2018
Recreate nostalgic times & give a gift that will see those memories pass on through the generations, who doesn’t love a traditional tree swing, be they child or adult? Get out into nature and leave those hand held devices inside……
Why is Seating in the Smaller Garden Important?
Posted on November 29th 2018
Garden Designer Marie Shallcross of Plews Garden Design tells us why seating in a smaller garden is so important.....
Perfect time to buy your Garden Swing Seat?
Posted on November 15th 2018
Well you may be surprised that the answer to this is yes, Winter is the perfect time. When you first take delivery of your commission, be it constructed in oak or cedar, we tell our customers....
Finance Options Now Available
Posted on November 5th 2018
We are delighted to be working with V12 Finance on providing our customers with a 12 month finance option available on swings seats
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?
The Evolution of an RHS Licensee
Posted on October 11th 2018
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has been licensing products for more than 25 years. Its licensing team works with carefully selected companies, often leaders in their fields, to develop products meeting the highest standards of quality and design
Our Rope Swings
Posted on October 3rd 2018
What makes our garden swings the best? Our rope swings have the credibility of our established brand, so much so that we are the only swing makers Licensed by The RHS.
The Heart Back
Posted on August 7th 2018
We’re often asked about the story behind some of our designs, and we recently wrote about the Kyokusen. So here we are explaining the story behind one of our best sellers, the Heart Back.
Bronze Sculptures
Posted on July 20th 2018
Guest blog by Steve Wood & Carrie Triffet as new Bronze Carvings become part of our range…
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.....
Maximum Relaxation | Swinging Day Bed
Posted on June 8th 2018
As Summer gets under way and the school holidays get ever closer, now is a fantastic time to be commissioning us to make a Swinging Day Bed for your outside space
Bespoke Pergolas for Garden Designers
Posted on April 9th 2018
An inspirational focal point or an integral part of the overall garden design
The Story Behind The Kyokusen
Posted on March 13th 2018
Kyokusen is Japanese for “Curves in the air” and this is how it came to be such an integral part of our range....
Our Story Revisited
Posted on February 13th 2018
Many of you will know the story of Sitting Spiritually, but thanks to the rapid spread of Social Media, we now have many new followers and customers who have asked us to tell our story….
Bespoke Pergolas | Handmade
Posted on December 5th 2017
In addition to our standard Pergola, we have recently been asked for bespoke options and have been happy to collaborate with Garden Designers....
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....
Ex-Display Swing Seats Coming Up For Sale
Posted on November 10th 2017
On Friday 17th November, around 10am we will be sending out a newsletter with several ex-display swing seats available for sale.
Why Buy British?
Posted on October 23rd 2017
In recent years, increased awareness of climate change, a growing world population, political instability and the financial crisis – not to mention the ethical issues often associated with working conditions abroad – have forced consumers to think more carefully about where their produce comes from.
Caring for Your Furniture
Posted on July 24th 2017
How should I look after my furniture is a question we are often asked....
Axminster Tools, Meet the Maker Series
Posted on June 26th 2017
Fellow local company Axminster Tools & Machinery features our Makers
The Swinging Day Bed
Posted on April 4th 2017
The Swinging Day will launch officially at RHS Chelsea Flower Show but is available to order now.....
The Sunday Telegraph's 50 Best British Brands
Posted on March 7th 2017
Sitting Spiritually are proud to be one of The Sunday Telegraph's 50 Best British Brands for your home
The Chelsea Story
Posted on February 1st 2017
For 2017 you will find us on RHW295 & we will post further news as it happens.
Meet Our Makers
Posted on January 17th 2017
As we start a new year, here’s a bit of a heads up to our wonderful makers, who work quietly (well, mostly!) away in the background helping the wheels run smoothly....
Christmas Shopping with a certain "Wow Factor"
Posted on November 21st 2016
Thoughts turning to Christmas & wanting to make an impact?
NEW - Buy Online Now
Posted on September 22nd 2016
Up until now people have only been able to buy our rope swings online, but we are now dipping our toes in the water & are rather excited to be offering The Trilogy and also the High Oak Frame to buy online.
St Michael's Mount, Cornwall
Posted on July 4th 2016
St Michael's Mount in Cornwall proved an adventure for us recently....
The Trilogy Swing Seat
Posted on April 29th 2016
Perhaps a lesser known cousin to our other swing seats, The Trilogy, is, we believe, rather unique.
A Love Match
Posted on April 15th 2016
A Love Match We were recently sent this lovely story by a customer who has given us permission to share it....
Happiness is...a good old fashioned rope swing
Posted on March 14th 2016
A good old fashioned rope swing
Q&A with Martin Young
Posted on January 26th 2016
A question and answer session with Martin Young, Founder of Sitting Spiritually
An Autumnal Spruce Up
Posted on November 10th 2015
The Perfect time for an Autumnal Spruce up of your furniture
Our Finishing Touches
Posted on August 10th 2015
Our finishing touches for your commission add just that little extra certain something for comfort.
Swinging Into The School Holidays...
Posted on July 20th 2015
.....or how to keep the little ones amused & you a bit less frazzled
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
Why choose a bespoke pergola?
Posted on June 4th 2015
Built by master craftsmen using the final materials and traditional construction methods, our bespoke pergola offering makes for a classically beautiful addition to any garden.
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