Outdoor leisure brand, Charles Bentley, supports Winchester Cathedral with premium barbecue donation

Charles Bentley, a leading outdoor leisure brand with over 160 years of heritage, has generously contributed to a Winchester Cathedral project by donating its Melbourne Premium 5 Burner Gas BBQ, a best-selling product in its outdoor living range.

The donation supports Winchester Cathedral’s Deanery, which is being reimagined as a luxurious and welcoming temporary let for the remainder of 2025, until a new Dean is appointed in the new year. British brands are invited to contribute by helping to furnish the space in a way that respects its heritage while promoting a more sociable and functional environment for guests and visitors. Designed for both style and performance, the barbecue will take pride of place in the Deanery garden, helping to create a relaxing outdoor environment for guests to enjoy.

“We’re proud to contribute to a project that champions British history, community spirit, and collaboration,” said James Bentley, Managing Director at Charles Bentley. “At Charles Bentley, we believe in providing products that bring people together and we’re delighted that our Melbourne barbecue will play a part in making guests’ stay at the Deanery a more sociable and enjoyable space.”

Founded in 1860, Charles Bentley has grown from a traditional brushware manufacturer to a trusted name in British home and garden products. Today, the brand is known for its elegant outdoor furniture, high-quality brushware, and premium barbecues - designed to bring style, comfort, and practicality to outdoor living.

This partnership with Winchester Cathedral highlights the value of community collaboration and the significant role British businesses can play in preserving and revitalising cultural landmarks for contemporary use.

Alasdair Akass, Director of Development at Winchester Cathedral, said: “This is a quintessential British home that has been brought bang up to date with the support of many valued suppliers. Renting the Deanery is a one-of-a-kind opportunity and we look forward to welcoming families to enjoy its tranquil and beautiful setting.”

For more information about the Deanery Project or to enquire about letting the Deanery, visit: www.winchester-cathedral.org.uk/deanery-lettings

To explore Charles Bentley’s full range of barbecues and garden furniture, visit: www.charlesbentley.com.

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     About Charles Bentley

Established in 1860, Charles Bentley is a sixth-generation family business and the UK’s leading manufacturer of brushware.

What started as a chimney-sweeping brushes company has grown into a trusted British brand, with over 160 years of experience creating high-quality brushware for homes, businesses, and industry. Today, more than two million brushes and brooms are made every year, combining traditional values with modern manufacturing to meet the demands of customers across the UK and beyond.

Alongside its brushware heritage, Charles Bentley is now known for a wide range of home, garden, and leisure products, from garden furniture and parasols to storage, barbecues, and decorative touches. Every piece is thoughtfully designed to bring comfort, style and practicality to everyday living.

Still based in Loughborough, Charles Bentley continues to innovate while staying true to its long-standing values of quality, sustainability, and dependable customer service. Whether it’s a hand-finished broom or a beautifully crafted piece of garden furniture, the Bentley name is trusted by generations to deliver products that enhance everyday life.

Visit www.charlesbentley.com