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Benches

There's something wonderfully relaxed about gathering around a table where everyone can squeeze in a bit closer. The best meals often happen when formality gives way to togetherness - when someone can perch on the end, children can sit comfortably without their feet swinging, and conversations flow freely into the evening.

We have brought together a collection of dining room benches from compact kitchens to spacious country dining rooms.

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Dining Sets

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Dining Chairs

111 Items

Dining Tables

116 Items

Fabric Dining Chairs

12 Items

Wooden Dining Chairs

9 Items

Space-Smart Solutions

A bench typically fits more people in less space than individual chairs. When you're not using them, they slide neatly under tables, keeping pathways clear – particularly helpful in smaller homes where every square foot matters.

Family-Friendly Flexibility

Children gravitate towards bench seating – no chair legs to navigate around, easier to hop in and out, and plenty of room when friends stay for dinner. Benches naturally create that relaxed family atmosphere where everyone feels part of the conversation.

Mix-and-Match Appeal

One approach that's really caught on is putting a bench on one side of your table with chairs on the other. It adds visual interest while giving you the cosiness of shared seating alongside the individual comfort of chairs.

Our Range of Dining Room Benches

Classic Wooden Benches - Made from solid wood, these dining room benches add a natural style to any dining room. The wood grain and finish options work beautifully with our dining tables, whether you're going for a coordinated look or prefer mixing different pieces.

Sizes for Every Space

Compact Kitchen Solutions - Smaller benches that work brilliantly in galley kitchens or cosy dining nooks. They provide proper seating without overwhelming the space – perfect for morning coffee or intimate meals.

Family-Sized Options

Longer benches built for family dining tables. Spacious enough for three adults or plenty of room for children to spread out comfortably.

Flexible Lengths

Different sizes mean you can find just the right fit for your table and room. Whether you want a dining room bench that runs the full length of your table or a shorter item that leaves space for chairs at the ends.

Styling Your Space with Bench Seating

The Mixed Approach - Try a bench on one side with chairs opposite – it creates an interesting, relaxed look while giving you flexibility for different occasions. Hosting a formal dinner? Everyone can use the chairs. Casual family meal? The bench brings everyone together.

Window Seat Dining

Position a bench by a window and add some cushions to create a lovely spot for breakfast or afternoon tea. It's dining furniture that doubles as a reading nook or quiet thinking spot.

Open Plan Living

In open-plan homes, bench seating helps define your eating area without blocking sightlines. The lower profile keeps the space feeling open while clearly marking out the dining area.

Quality That Lasts

These wooden benches are built using traditional joinery methods and solid wood construction. They're designed to handle daily family life while developing the kind of character that only comes with quality materials and proper craftsmanship. Each piece is finished to work beautifully with our dining tables, though they stand perfectly well on their own too. The natural wood tones and classic proportions mean these benches will feel at home in your dining room for decades.

Free UK Delivery & Expert Advice

Every bench in this collection comes with free delivery to UK mainland addresses, arriving within 3-5 working days. We're always happy to help you choose the right size and style for your space – sometimes it helps to talk through the options with someone who knows how these pieces work in real homes. Whether you're furnishing your first place or updating a family dining room, this bench collection offers the flexibility and quality that makes mealtimes more enjoyable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about Benches

Generally, your bench should be about 12 inches shorter than your table length to allow for comfortable leg room. For a 180cm table, a 150cm bench works well. If you're mixing with chairs, measure carefully to ensure everything fits proportionally – our team can help with specific measurements for your setup.

Absolutely! A dining room corner bench doesn't have to go in a corner – it works beautifully along any wall or even floating in the room. The L-shaped design can create interesting visual dynamics and provides generous seating even in non-corner positions.

As a rough guide, allow about 60cm per person, the same as with chairs. A 150cm bench comfortably seats three adults or four children. The beauty of bench dining room seating is the flexibility – you can squeeze in an extra person when needed much more easily than with individual chairs.

Many of our accent benches are perfectly suited for dining use – it depends on the height and design. Check the dimensions against your table height (you want about 30cm difference between table and seat height). Some accent benches work better as occasional seating or in hallways and bedrooms.

The most popular approach is bench on one side, chairs on the other. Keep the wood tones complementary but don't worry about exact matches – slightly different finishes can look more collected and interesting. Ensure the seat heights are similar for a cohesive look around your table.

Quality wooden benches with proper proportions are surprisingly comfortable, especially for relaxed family dining. If you frequently have long dinner parties, consider adding seat cushions for extra comfort, or mix bench seating with chairs so guests can choose their preference.

Simple regular care keeps wooden benches looking their best. Wipe with a slightly damp cloth for daily cleaning, and treat with wood polish occasionally if you want to maintain a pristine finish. The solid wood construction means they'll age beautifully with minimal fuss.

Benches are often easier for children than individual chairs – no chair legs to navigate, easier to get in and out, and the continuous seating means less risk of tipping chairs. The lower profile and stable construction of our benches make them excellent for family dining with children of all ages.

Our Customer Reviews

Dining Benches
  • How long should a dining room bench be for my table?

    Generally, your bench should be about 12 inches shorter than your table length to allow for comfortable leg room. For a 180cm table, a 150cm bench works well. If you're mixing with chairs, measure carefully to ensure everything fits proportionally – our team can help with specific measurements for your setup.

  • Can I use a dining room corner bench in a regular dining room?

    Absolutely! A dining room corner bench doesn't have to go in a corner – it works beautifully along any wall or even floating in the room. The L-shaped design can create interesting visual dynamics and provides generous seating even in non-corner positions.

  • How many people can sit on a dining bench comfortably?

    As a rough guide, allow about 60cm per person, the same as with chairs. A 150cm bench comfortably seats three adults or four children. The beauty of bench dining room seating is the flexibility – you can squeeze in an extra person when needed much more easily than with individual chairs.

  • Do accent benches work as dining seating?

    Many of our accent benches are perfectly suited for dining use – it depends on the height and design. Check the dimensions against your table height (you want about 30cm difference between table and seat height). Some accent benches work better as occasional seating or in hallways and bedrooms.

  • What's the best way to style a bench with chairs?

    The most popular approach is bench on one side, chairs on the other. Keep the wood tones complementary but don't worry about exact matches – slightly different finishes can look more collected and interesting. Ensure the seat heights are similar for a cohesive look around your table.

  • Are wooden benches comfortable for long meals?

    Quality wooden benches with proper proportions are surprisingly comfortable, especially for relaxed family dining. If you frequently have long dinner parties, consider adding seat cushions for extra comfort, or mix bench seating with chairs so guests can choose their preference.

  • How do I clean and maintain wooden benches?

    Simple regular care keeps wooden benches looking their best. Wipe with a slightly damp cloth for daily cleaning, and treat with wood polish occasionally if you want to maintain a pristine finish. The solid wood construction means they'll age beautifully with minimal fuss.

  • Can children safely use bench dining room seating?

    Benches are often easier for children than individual chairs – no chair legs to navigate, easier to get in and out, and the continuous seating means less risk of tipping chairs. The lower profile and stable construction of our benches make them excellent for family dining with children of all ages.