Our Story
In 2001 a tropical storm left founder Adam Thain stranded on the remote desert island of Karimunjawa, Indonesia. During this unexpected adventure, Adam was cared for by a local man who helped him return safely to the mainland. While there, Adam was introduced to his host’s son-in-law, a skilled craftsman, who created exquisite reproduction mahogany and teak furniture by hand.
Inspired by the craftsmanship and the natural beauty of the materials, Adam returned home with a vision; To bring the same passion and quality to bespoke garden furniture in the UK. Soon after, Wealden Fine Furniture was born. A small workshop dedicated to designing and producing premium teak garden benches and furniture for local customers.
As word spread and the internet opened new opportunities, Wealden Fine Furniture grew from a local workshop into a nationwide supplier. Over the years, our range expanded to include outdoor, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and conservatory furniture all designed in house with a focus on timeless style and exceptional build quality.
When the market shifted, the business evolved too. Drawing on decades of experience with teak and outdoor design, Adam and his team refined their focus and Wealden Benches emerged, specialising in high quality garden benches built to last a lifetime.
Today, Wealden Benches remains a family run business, proud of its heritage and deeply committed to Personalisation, Expertise and Trust. Every bench we produce is thoughtfully designed, expertly made and carefully inspected to ensure it stands the test of time, whether it’s placed in a peaceful garden, a busy park or a cherished outdoor space.
Our team continues to uphold Adam’s founding principles of dedication to quality, an eye for detail and genuine care for our customers. With nationwide delivery and a wide range of benches in stock, we are here to help you create a space that feels truly yours.