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THE RUSH DINING CHAIR | Summerfield + Scott

£395.00

A 1970s chestnut dining chair, reimagined for a new generation by Northamptonshire furniture makers Summerfield + Scott.

The original frame has been carefully restored and finished with linseed oil, then given a new hand-woven rush seat and backrest. The rush is harvested locally, prepared and woven by hand in their workshop using techniques with deep roots in this part of Northamptonshire.

There’s something particularly good about the meeting of old and new here: a reclaimed mid-century frame, a centuries-old local craft and a chair that feels entirely at home in a contemporary interior.

Each is individually finished, allowing the grain of the chestnut and natural variations in the rush to remain part of its character.

Lead time

4 weeks for individual or small orders, 8 weeks for orders of six chairs or more. Please get in touch should you have any urgent requirements and we will accomodate what we can. 

Made to order

Each piece is made to order and so we are able to produce this bench in bespoke dimensions and finishes. Please get in touch to discuss your requirements: hq@notswolds

A 1970s chestnut dining chair, reimagined for a new generation by Northamptonshire furniture makers Summerfield + Scott.

The original frame has been carefully restored and finished with linseed oil, then given a new hand-woven rush seat and backrest. The rush is harvested locally, prepared and woven by hand in their workshop using techniques with deep roots in this part of Northamptonshire.

There’s something particularly good about the meeting of old and new here: a reclaimed mid-century frame, a centuries-old local craft and a chair that feels entirely at home in a contemporary interior.

Each is individually finished, allowing the grain of the chestnut and natural variations in the rush to remain part of its character.

Lead time

4 weeks for individual or small orders, 8 weeks for orders of six chairs or more. Please get in touch should you have any urgent requirements and we will accomodate what we can. 

Made to order

Each piece is made to order and so we are able to produce this bench in bespoke dimensions and finishes. Please get in touch to discuss your requirements: hq@notswolds

British craftsmanship

Summerfield + Scott's workshop sits in the heart of what was once a thriving rush-working region. For centuries, rushes from the rivers and wetlands of Northamptonshire were harvested and woven into the chairs, baskets and matting used in homes across the county and beyond.

Today, Charlie and Flora Scott are bringing the material back into local furniture making. Rush is harvested by hand from the River Ise, less than a mile from their studio, and woven using traditional techniques to create furniture with a distinctly contemporary character.

Rooted in the landscape and traditions of the area, their work gives this centuries-old craft a new expression, reimagining rush furniture for a new generation of British homes.

    • Handcrafted to order in Northamptonshire

    • Reclaimed 1970s chestnut frame

    • Hand-woven rush seat and back rest

    • Made in England

    • Dimensions

      • Height: 81.5cm to the top, 42cm to the seat 

      • Width: 49cm

      • Depth: 45cm

  • Based in rural Northamptonshire, Flora and Charlie Scott restore antique and vintage furniture using traditional techniques and thoughtful repair.

    Through The Rush Project, they are helping to champion the heritage craft of rush weaving for a new generation. Their contemporary collection of handcrafted rush-seated furniture celebrates the beauty, practicality and sustainability of this centuries-old skill through pieces designed for modern living.

    • Wipe the ash frame with a soft, slightly damp cloth; avoid harsh cleaning products.

    • Dust or gently vacuum the rush seat using a soft brush attachment.

    • Avoid soaking the rush or allowing water to sit on the seat.

    • Keep away from direct sources of heat, which can dry out natural rush.

    • As a natural material, the rush will mellow in colour and develop character with age.

  • 4 weeks for individual or small orders, 8 weeks for orders of six chairs or more.

    Should you have any urgent requirements, do get in touch and we will accomodate where we can. 


  • Standard Delivery Charge: £10.00.

    For US and international delivery enquiries, please contact hq@notswolds.com and we will be happy to provide a shipping quote.

  • We hope you will be delighted with your order.

    We’re happy to offer a 14 day cancellation period from the date your order is received.