Every Bench Has a Story
Discover and rate over 130,000 public benches across the United Kingdom
Hans Baldung Grien
Madonna and Child on a Grassy Bench, 1505–07
The Art Institute of Chicago
Our Mission
Bench Map UK celebrates the humble bench.
Whether you're a walker seeking the perfect lunch stop, or someone who appreciates a good sit-down, find your next favourite bench
What You Can Do
Explore & Discover
Browse over 130,000 benches across the UK. Search by location, filter by rating, or find the nearest bench to your current position.
Rate & Review
Share your experience by rating benches on comfort, ambience, and view.
Check In & Track
Mark benches you've visited and build your collection of favourite benches.
Get Directions
Find walking routes to benches.
Stats
How It Works
Bench Map UK uses web mapping and comprehensive open data:
- OpenStreetMap – Our bench data comes from the world's open mapping project
- Firebase – Real-time database storing your ratings, favorites, and check-ins
Pro Tips
- Ctrl + F – Quick search for locations
- Ctrl + L – Find nearest bench to you
- Ctrl + N – Add a new bench (if you spot one missing)
- Esc – Cancel current action
- Use the nearest bench feature when out walking
- Rate honestly to help build community knowledge
- Check in at benches to track your discoveries
- Save favorites to remember your best spots
About the Creator
We believe that the best way to understand a place is to sit down in it.
Inspired by memorial benches, scenic viewpoints, and the pleasure of finding a good place to rest, this map aims to celebrate the corners where people pause, talk, reflect and connect with the environment.
Help Us Improve
While our 137,000+ benches come from OpenStreetMap, you can help make Bench Map UK even better by rating benches you visit and checking in at your favorites. Your ratings help others discover the best spots for rest and relaxation.
Spotted a bench that's missing from the map? You can add it directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bench Map UK free to use?
Yes! The map is completely free. No registration required to browse, search, and rate benches.
Where does the bench data come from?
Our 102,000+ benches are sourced from OpenStreetMap, the world's most comprehensive open mapping database. Users can also add missing benches and contribute ratings.
Can I use this on mobile?
Bench Map UK is fully responsive and works great on phones and tablets, perfect for finding benches while out walking.
How are benches rated?
Each bench can be rated on three criteria: comfort, ambience, and view. Ratings are stored in real-time and averages are calculated to help you find the best benches.
What if I find a bench that's not on the map?
While most benches are already included from OpenStreetMap, you can add missing benches using the "+" button. Consider also adding them to OpenStreetMap to help the wider mapping community.