Dear Martin

"Many thanks for your prompt attention to our order, it arrived in good time for our birthdays which are in the same week.

It was very easy to erect, and I liked the simple turnbuckle arrangement to change the attitude. As a glider pilot, I very much enjoyed our first flight in it; being comfortably seated moving above the ground without power assistance is 'spiritually' satisfying."

Kind regards Peter & Ruth Berridge 21/07/08

Dear Martin and Celia

"The rope swing arrived this morning and we are delighted. Beautifully made and easy to assemble it was as we'd hoped.

Can't wait for the grandchildren to come and try it but in themeantime we are having a great time.

Thank you."

Terry Stanford & Penny Watson-Farrar

Blakeney, North Norfolk 14/07/08

"Each swing seat is hand-crafted so buyers can be assured of a completely unique product. The seats are designed to be left outside all year round and require no treatment."

Saturday February 23, 2008 The Guardian

"My swing seat has arrived. I love it. It has exceeded all my expectations. It is so comfy and so elegant’ Many thanks for your courteous and professional service"

Jane

Brighton

We unwind in East Devon at Bramble Hayes garden at Uplyme near Axminster, devoted to the needs of insects and birds and garden swing seats … contemplation.

Devon Life Magazine

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I love the two seater Oak "Fan Back" swing seat ' delivered here in Halifax earlier this week I have just walked the dog (who features in a wonderful carving centre back on the seat) and flopped onto the seat to relax for a minute. I felt wonderful but he (Billy the Labrador) looked rather askance at me - it must have been the smug smile of contentment on my face. Roll on spring 2008! Thank you Martin and Celia so much

Judith Bousfield

Halifax

Swing seat

What better way to view your garden from a swing seat? Made from oak and western red cedar, they can be hung in their own frame or from arbours, pergolas, porches, gazebos or even the bough of your favourite tree. Acrylic cushions will ensure your comfort.

Daily Telegraph Saturday 5th September 2007

" We were very impressed with the care and attention to detail and the feeling that the seat was being created for the maker. This was a real treat to ourselves and she is now positioned for all to sit on and view in extreme comfort with a sense of true English quality. Thankyou to MARTIN and the team."

Kind Regards

Benedict Hall

"If only I had room in my urban patch for a sustainably-sourced wooden garden swing, I’d be poring over the designs of the Dorset garden swing company Sitting Spiritually. Its three-seat Serenity model and frame costs £1099 "( sittingspiritually. co.uk).

The Times 26th May 2007

"It is a peaceful place to sit and think and looks great under the big oak in our garden .

We are really delighted with it. "

Best wishes John Grenville & Sally Akers Oxfordshire

Dear Martin

"I'm really sorry to have delayed so long in sending you a word of thanks for our lovely swing-seat. Still no pictures, I'm afraid - its all to do with a rose Arbour yet to be covered by new roses and a particularly disobliging cat who despite our best efforts still refuses to pose beside her carving: but we'll get her or else...... Meanwhile. We want to tell you what real pleasure our swing seat gives us; how kindly and efficiently you dealt with us even at long distance here in France: how smoothly the delivery went; believe me, not all carriers in the south of France are anything like as helpful as yours; and finally how smooth and easy it was for two of us to put the seat together, It is so beautifully machined - really putting it together was like playing with Lego. The seat excites many admiring la-las from our French friends. As soon as we have a photo which we think stands a chance of outshining any you already have on your website we'll send it, I promise. Meanwhile we'd be happy to testify to anyone who'd like to hear from us."

With every good wish for Christmas and the New Year Sue and Angus and Quissac, the cat

"Our new addition has made a truly positive impact in the garden. It is all the more exciting because what started as a gem of an idea is now reality. Our "Parky Swirl Bench" Working with you and Lucy was an absolute joy and we are truly thrilled with the result. Huge thanks for creating a very special piece for us."

Kind regards June and Trevor Parkinson

"We and our twin grandchildren have really enjoyed gently swinging under the shade of our apple tree, and we are so glad we took the plunge and invested in an excellent piece of genuine British craftsmanship. We are sure it will give us many years of pleasure."

Regards, Ian

Dear Martin

"Just a short note to say thank you for producing such a wonderful seat. My wife was delighted with it. There is no doubt that the Pimms tastes better when sipped gently swinging on a beautiful oak seat. We were really impressed with the way you made the seat in such a way that the balance is absolutely perfect, a gentle push and the seat continues to swing for several minutes. Family and friends have all been very impressed with the seat and we look forward to enjoying many hours "Sitting Spiritually" over the coming years. Thank you for making the perfect seat."

Yours sincerely Robert Speedy

'Martin was very easy and efficient to work with. The finished swing seat looked absolutely fabulous, and was all the more special for incorporating my father's beloved hare. He could not have been more thrilled.'

Anabel Knight

'We have had lots of enjoyment out of the seat this summer and will continue to do so I’m sure. The seat has had many admirers, a few of whom have taken your details. I hope you are keeping busy. Regards,"

Dr Simon Peacock, Leeds

“Martin makes exceptionally fine swing seats and is a delightful person to do business with. If you want a piece of outdoor furniture that will bring you happiness and contentment for years, look no further”

Nick Shannon, Leatherhead

Dear Martin,

"We are thoroughly delighted with our swing seat, and it has been admired by all who have seen (and sat on) it. I would, however, also like to order a seat cushion for it now, I think in the green tweed. I look forward to hearing from you as to when this might be possible".

Kind regards, Tessa

“We have only had the seat a day but already it has been a source of great pleasure. On three separate occasions, I found myself chatting on the seat with friends who had dropped in to visit and were happy to stay, swinging as we talked, even as it grew dark. One has already asked for your details so that she can buy one for her new house. And my eleven year old son made himself comfortable with some cushions and actually enjoyed learning his French vocabulary while swinging! Many thanks again - my friend remarked "you were right to buy it" and I couldn’t agree more!.

Best wishes Sara

"Martin, thank-you. We are so pleased with our Tranquillity seat. It provides the perfect accompaniment to a large gin and tonic at the end of a busy day."

Best regards, Tim & Valerie Rose

"This is just a note to say that we are delighted with the seat which will ultimately be adorned with yellow roses on the pergola. Owing to excellent project management your seat arrived last Thursday which coincided with the day on which the pergola was completed! "

With many thanks and best wishes Mark

"The swing seat really is wonderful. It receives complements by the wheelbarrow load and you may very well be hearing from friends who also want one. The three seater was right for us, as was the decision to add the suspension springs and the fossils. An excellent product, and your after sales service was wonderful."

John and Cynthia Chichester

"My first experience of Martins swinging seats was at Hilliers Arboretum in Hampshire. I am now delighted that I have my very own - it's wonderful. Thank you Martin for your craftsmanship, hospitality and all round excellent service."

Wendy, Southampton.

Hi Martin

"Just to let you know my seat has arrived. It was really just to say how delighted I am with my seat, it is lovely and I hope to enjoy many hours sitting on it during our more pleasant weather . Having Will's named carved into the wood has personalised it and made the whole thing more special to me. It was a delight dealing with yourself "

Joan

Glasgow