Name: Winscombe Furniture
Brand: Winscombe Furniture
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

The Newstead Wooden Upholstered Chapel & Church Armchair combines timeless tradition with practical comfort. Designed for worship spaces where support and dignity matter, this armchair is the companion to our popular Newstead Chair, adding sturdy armrests for those who need extra assistance.
With its compact footprint, prayer rail, and discreet under-seat storage rails, the Newstead Armchair is ideal for churches, chapels, and multi-use spaces looking for furniture that blends tradition, comfort, and versatility.

Key Features
• Traditional beechwood frame with upholstered box-style seat.
• Prayer rail fitted above the padded backrest for devotional use.
• Under-seat storage rails for books or kneelers.
• Solid wooden armrests provide stability and assistance when sitting or standing.
• Optional linking device ensures neat pew-like rows.
• Range of optional features including book boxes, communion cup holes, and width extensions.

Build Quality and Craftsmanship
Each Newstead Armchair is handcrafted from sustainably sourced, kiln-dried solid beech. Built using traditional comb and mortise & tenon joints — prized for their strength and longevity since antiquity — the chair offers exceptional durability and reliability.
Finished to the highest standards, this armchair is designed to serve your congregation for decades, while harmonising with your existing church furnishings.

Comfort and Functionality
• Generously padded box-style seat for lasting comfort during services.
• Upholstered 8” (210mm) back pad with integrated prayer rail.
• Armrests provide support and reassurance for elderly worshippers or those with reduced mobility.
• Under-seat rails create practical storage for hymnals or kneelers.
• Optional linking brackets enable orderly pew-style seating arrangements.

Customisation Options
• Communion cup hole on the top rail.
• Book storage: choose sliding shelves or fixed book boxes (curved or straight).
• Seat width extensions (+1” or +2”) for extra comfort.
• Linking system to create tidy rows.
• Felt or PVC feet to protect flooring.
• Range of frame stains to match your existing furniture.

Upholstery and Materials
• Standard fabric: Bondai — 34 colourways, highly durable, Crib 5 Fire Retardant (BS 5852, BS 7176 Medium Hazard).
• Additional fabric choices available on request.
• Upholstered with high-density foam for comfort and longevity.
• Sustainably sourced beechwood frame, reflecting eco-friendly stewardship.
Frame Finishes
Clear lacquer finish as standard. Optional stain finishes available to coordinate with other church furnishings.

Dimensions and Weight
• Height: 815mm
• Width: 560mm
• Depth: 560mm
• Seat Height: 470mm
• Weight: 10.3 kg

Durability and Warranty
Built for heavy use, the Newstead Armchair offers strength, stability, and reliability. Backed by a 6-year guarantee, it delivers exceptional value and long service life.

Why Choose the Newstead Armchair?
• Compact, traditional design — perfect for smaller chapels and side aisles.
• Added comfort and dignity through supportive armrests.
• Links neatly with other Newstead chairs for pew-like rows.
• Fully customisable with finishes, fabrics, and accessories.
• Crafted from sustainable beechwood with trusted Winscombe quality.

Request a Sample or Quote
Experience the quality of the Newstead Armchair for yourself. Contact Winscombe Furniture today to request a sample or a no-obligation quote.
Also available: Newstead Wooden Upholstered Chapel & Church Chair

Reason to Buy
The Newstead Wooden Upholstered Chapel & Church Armchair brings together tradition, comfort, and practical support. With armrests for added reassurance, under-seat storage for books, and handcrafted beech construction, it ensures worshippers feel supported and at ease for generations to come.

For larger quantities, please call the sales team for “larger” quantity discounts.

Please call Winscombe for more help 01623 427 596 or email us sales@winscombefurniture.com

DELIVERED FROM STOCK :	standard delivery : expect delivery within 10 days standard delivery : 2-3 weeks for polypropylene chairs
Warranty	6 Years
MADE TO ORDER :	standard delivery : 4-6 weeks for metal framed & upholstered chairs standard delivery : 6-8 weeks for wooden framed & upholstered chairs
Weight	10.3kg
Dimension	H815 x W560 x D560 x SH470

Delivery
We like to be transparent and honest about our delivery costs. We could have offered FREE delivery and hidden the cost by hiking our prices, So instead we just ask for a contribution towards our deliveries based on your order value:

Within Mainland UK (below prices are ex VAT)

£50.00 for Orders less than £199
£55.00 for Orders between £200 and £399
£60.00 for Orders between £400 and £599
£65.00 for Orders between £600 and £999
£95.00 for Orders over £1000.00

For delivery to the Scottish Lowlands & Highlands, Grampians, Shetlands, offshore islands, Northern Ireland, or countries outside the UK, please contact us, as an additional delivery cost will apply. However, this will be agreed at the time of ordering.

Return Of Goods
You have 5 working days after receiving your order in full to notify us in a written format that you wish to send the goods back to us for a full refund. Goods can be returned if they are unused, unassembled, in their original packaging and in a resalable condition and If you are unable to arrange a return courier yourself, we can arrange this, but as a cost to you. Please be aware that the cost will be deducted from your final refund.

This does not apply to Made to Order products which may NOT be returned
Items which require self assembly may not be returned if unassembled and in their original packaging.

We reserve the right to charge a minimum handling fee of 35% of the value of the goods for items returned when orders are placed in error or just simply just not wanted. Your rights under the Distance Selling Regulations and Sales Of Goods Act are unaffected by this.

To arrange a return please contact us on 01623 427 596 or email us at sales@winscombefurniture.com

Price Match

Winscombe Furniture spend a lot of time constantly reviewing prices to make sure we are always offering the best prices. In the event that a Customer finds the same item on any other current Business to Business website, we will match that price subject to the following conditions:

The price match promise must be claimed before placing your order
We do not provide refunds for orders which have already been placed or delivered
We will need the quote showing the quoted price from our competitor
The item price must be displayed at the time of the check
The item price must be available to any business customer
The item price must be for the same quantity, model and spec
The item price must include equivalent delivery and administration costs where applicable
The item price must be from a valid UK VAT Registered business
The item price can not be from bankrupt, seconds, refurbished, liquidation, administration or cancelled orders

Please contact prior to your order on 01623 427 596 or email us at sales@winscombefurniture.com

Sample Service

Free Sample Service “Try Before You Buy”

Winscombe Furniture – doesn’t expect you to buy a large quantity of chairs online without trying them beforehand. Sample chairs, fabrics, frames and materials for larger items can be delivered direct to your door before you make that purchase.

To discuss your exact requirements, please contact 01623 427 596 or email us at sales@winscombefurniture.com

1 review for Newstead Wooden Upholstered Chapel & Church Armchair

Rated 5 out of 5

Sunnyside Church – January 10, 2024

We are delighted with our new chairs which are making life easier for some of our less mobile church family already and impressed with the service we received which was prompt and helpful. Thank you.