The York Deluxe Wooden Upholstered Church Chair combines timeless traditional design with modern practicality, offering a versatile seating solution for churches, chapels, crematoria, and other worship spaces.
Whether replacing old pews or updating existing chairs, its solid beechwood construction, luxurious upholstery, and optional storage make it perfect for maintaining a classic wood appearance while providing flexibility, comfort, and durability.
Product Overview
The York Deluxe Wooden Upholstered Church Chair marries timeless craftsmanship with practical seating performance, making it one of the UK’s most respected choices for ecclesiastical and formal worship environments.
Hand-crafted from premium beechwood, the chair delivers the warmth and richness of classic pew seating, yet offers far greater flexibility. Its traditional timber lines and elegant silhouette complement existing woodwork and architectural features, helping venues retain a heritage feel even when transitioning away from fixed pews.
Unlike rigid pew seating, the York Deluxe Chair allows individual placement and reconfiguration, enabling venues to create:
- Intimate seating arrangements for small gatherings
- Formal rows for worship services
- Open, flexible layouts for events, concerts, and community functions
- Easily cleared spaces when needed
The generous upholstered seat and high back are designed for comfort during extended services, while the integrated prayer rail offers dignified support for moments of reflection and engagement. Optional book and hassock storage beneath the seat keeps hymnals and cushions neatly stowed yet easily accessible.
This chair is ideal for:
- Churches considering removing old pews
- Venues seeking to retain a traditional wood look while adding flexibility
- Congregations requiring comfortable seating for extended services
- Community or heritage spaces needing adaptable layout
With its robust construction, expert joinery, and premium upholstery, the York Deluxe Chair offers durable, elegant seating that will remain a centrepiece of comfort and quality for decades.
Key Features
Comfort and Design
- 11” (285mm) upholstered back pad supports the lower back.
- Luxurious upholstered seat for long services or events.
- Integrated prayer rail for stability and comfort.
- Book and hassock rack under the seat for hymnals and kneeling cushions
Build Quality and Craftsmanship
- Crafted from premium beechwood, a renewable and eco-friendly resource.
- Traditional comb and mortise & tenon joints ensure strength and longevity.
- Robust construction suitable for decades of use.
Stacking and Space Efficiency
- Stacking version available, 4–5 chairs high for easy storage.
- Weighs 8.0kg — sturdy yet lightweight for easy handling and rearrangement.
Customisation Options
- Book storage: standard or curved boxes
- Linking options to keep chairs in straight rows
- Optional arms for extra comfort
- PVC or felt feet to protect polished wooden floors
- Increased width (+1” or +2”) for additional elbow room
Frame Finishes
- Standard durable clear lacquer
- Optional custom stains to match interior woodwork
Upholstery Options
- Bondai Fabric: 34 colours, durable, Crib 5 Fire Retardancy (BS 5852 CRIB 5, BS 7176 Medium Hazard)
- Additional fabrics available on request
Dimensions & Weight
- H: 840 x W: 500 x D: 590 x Seat Height: 470mm
- Weight: 8.0kg
Durability & Guarantee
- Premium materials and craftsmanship for long-term performance.
- Supplied with a 6-year guarantee.
Related Products
- York Deluxe Wooden Upholstered Stacking Chair – Stacking variant for flexible arrangements
- York Deluxe Wooden Upholstered Armchair – With arms for additional comfort
Why Choose the York Deluxe Church Chair?
The York Deluxe Church Chair perfectly balances tradition and functionality, making it an ideal solution for churches, chapels, crematoria, and heritage venues.
- Retains the classic beechwood appearance and traditional aesthetic
- Comfortable seating for extended services and events
- Flexible layouts: individual chairs can replace pews or create open space
- Fully customisable: optional arms, linking systems, book storage, stacking version
- Trusted by historic and contemporary venues across the UK
- Backed by a 6-year manufacturer’s guarantee
For congregations considering removing pews, modernising seating, or improving flexibility without compromising on heritage and appearance, the York Deluxe Chair delivers a reliable, visually appealing, and highly practical solution.
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Customer Testimonials
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This is our second order placed with Winscombe. They provide an excellent quality of chair finished to a high standard with additional features required added without any hassle. Excellent attention from Paul who completed our order quickly and efficiently, very friendly and easy to deal with. We originally purchase our wooden framed chairs 10 years ago. The quality was exceptional and they are still in excellent condition hence placing another order. New chairs blend in beautifully with the original. Thank you Winscombe and Paul. – Elaine Elliots
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“Beautifully crafted, sturdy, and comfortable. Our congregation loves them.” – David Cameron,
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“Great furniture, good value, good service” – Peter Hayhurst (St. Catherines, Port Erin)
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Elaine Elliots –
Second Order Placed with Winscombe
This is our second order placed with Winscombe. They provide an excellent quality of chair finished to a high standard with additional features required added without any hassle. Excellent attention from Paul who completed our order quickly and efficiently, very friendly and easy to deal with. We originally purchase our wooden framed chairs 10 years ago. The quality was exceptional and they are still in excellent condition hence placing another order. New chairs blend in beautifully with the original. Thank you Winscombe and Paul.
David Cameron –
Ordered 150 chairs at short notice and Paul and his factory team bent over backwards to meet the deadline. Delighted with the product and the company. Highly recommended.
Peter Hayhurst –
Great furniture, good value, good service
We needed 140 wooden padded chairs for our church. After looking at several companies Winscombe were chosen on the basis of price and quality. They were always quick to respond to questions and emails, gave us a useful discount for early payment, produced the chairs ahead of the original time estimate, but were happy to work with us on delivery date when our building scheme was running late. The chairs arrived well packaged and undamaged and we are very pleased with the build quality and comfort. On the basis of our experience we have subsequently gone back to Winscombe for other items (pew cushions). Excellent service!
MRS A CLARKE FOR MR W DONNELLY –
We recently replaced our church seating with Hope and York chairs supplied by Winscombe Furniture. Paul was on hand throughout the decision and permission seeking process, listed building etc. His knowledge and understanding of what we were trying to achieve was extremely helpful. Now the chairs have arrived we are delighted with both the quality and the appearance of them. They are substantial, extremely well made and comfortable. We sought testimonials from previous customers, supplied by Paul and would be happy to share our experience in the future.