The Reserve - two pieces sold, four one-off pieces remain, each below the price of a new commission. Personalised oak rope swings and luxury oak tree swings, made in Britain
There’s something timeless about a swing: the gentle motion, the quiet pause, the sense of being outdoors in a more present way. Our oak rope swings - also known as oak tree swings - are handcrafted in Britain from air-dried FSC oak and finished with beautifully tactile hempex rope for an enduring, natural feel.
Designed for gardens, orchards and country spaces, each swing is made with considered proportions and materials chosen for longevity outdoors. Optional carved inscriptions add a personal note - perfect for gifting, marking a family home, or creating a place that feels unmistakably yours.
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Commonly Asked Questions Around Rope Swings
For more frequently asked questions, please see the Garden Swing Seats FAQ page
From the trees of their own gardens
Hung from old oaks, garden beams and handmade oak frames, our rope swings have a way of drawing the whole family back outdoors. Read what their owners have to say.
Our Rope Swing Customer Gallery
Enjoy some of these stunning photographs of our seats taken across customer gardens.
Rope Swing Dimensions and Footprint
Due to the handcrafted nature of our products the final footprint can vary slightly from seat to seat, measurements provided are for the largest expected dimensions.
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What should you look for when buying a Rope Swing?
There’s nothing in life quite the same as sitting on a rope swing and watching the world fly beneath your feet. Whether you’re a child, an adult or a couple. Our Oak rope swings can be hung from your own tree or - if you don’t have the right tree in your garden - can be fixed to one of our high oak frames.
Our ropes are made by a highly respected marine rope maker, and threaded through the swings to avoid splitting. Our rope swings are strengthened with battens, and we provide a unique, simple, no knots hanging system as standard.
All of our rope swings can be engraved with an optional inscription of your choice. Why not order yours from our website today?
Watch as Sitting Spiritually founder Martin Young guides you through the decision making process for purchasing a bespoke Rope Swing.
Elegant, Robust & Beautifully Made
Our new rope swing is an elegant, robust and beautifully made addition to the garden. It was simple to hang and is of the best quality one could hope for. A timeless, classic swing that looks as though it has been lifted from the illustrations of a much loved children’s book. Many thanks for the craftsmanship, love and care that have gone into this swing. May we all approach everything that we do and make with the same ethos.
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Oak Rope Swings for Adults & Children Alike
Not all wooden swings are for children. Adult swings are made from oak and are made to hang from either a tree or a high oak frame. There are few things in life quite like swinging and watching the world go by. Wooden swings for adults give you the chance to relax and watch the world go by in comfort on our customised rope swing seats. Not sure if the rope swing is for you? Take a look at our range of garden swing seats.
Common Questions About Hanging a Rope Swing
Measuring for a Rope Swing
Hanging a rope swing really needn't be anything to worry about.
Hanging from a Beam or Ceiling
Our stainless steel pivot set makes hanging from a beam or ceiling a piece of cake.
Working with a Sloping Bough
Our step by step guide on changing the fulcrum point when you have a sloping bough.
What makes a Sitting Spiritually rope swing the best?
There’s something alluringly nostalgic about a rope swing, and installing one in your outdoor space will conjure up magical childhood memories of carefree Sunday afternoons spent in the garden when all is right with the world.
Strengthening Oak Battens
Our rope swings have strengthening oak battens underneath them adding to their stability, and each rope swing comes with our unique, simple, no knots hanging system as standard.
Customised Inscriptions
If you’re looking for an extra dose of individual charm, you can also add a custom inscription to your swing; maybe a meaningful phrase, or the name of the recipient? The choice is yours!
Marine Quality Hempex Ropes
Where others have the ropes spliced around the rope swing, meaning the wood may be prone to split over time, our ropes, which are made by a long established marine rope maker, are threaded through the rope swing.
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