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Whaley Woodworks

HDS Portable Workbench | Dog Holes & Clamping Slots

HDS Portable Workbench | Dog Holes & Clamping Slots

£89.99 GBP
£89.99 GBP
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The HDS Portable Workbench is built on the proven HDS Hold Down System — the combination of precision dog holes and clamping slots that turns any flat surface into a professional-grade woodworking station in under 60 seconds.

Designed and CNC-machined in the UK, the HDS Portable Workbench features a 20mm dog hole grid, integrated clamping slots, and a 288mm front overhang for secure vertical clamping. Whether you're planing, sawing, routing, or cutting dovetails, it delivers reliable workholding without the bulk or cost of a full MFT table or Bora Centipede system.

  • Turns any flat surface into a woodworking bench in under 60 seconds
  • 20mm dog hole grid — fully MFT-compatible
  • Integrated clamping slots for track clamps and vice clamps
  • 288mm front overhang for vertical clamping
  • Flat-packs into two boards for easy storage and transport
  • CNC machined in the UK for precision and consistency
  • Setup requires four bolts — no tools needed after first assembly

Specifications:

  • Main Board: 575mm × 480mm × 25mm
  • Vertical Board: 575mm × 263mm × 25mm
  • Vertical Overhang: 288mm
  • Material: 25mm MDF
  • Dog Hole Diameter: 20mm (MFT-compatible)

Want accessories included? Save with one of our Portable Workbench packs:

  • Starter Pack — Workbench + Bench Dogs (Pair) + Track Clamp
  • Premium Pack — Workbench + Bench Dogs (Pack of 4) + Track Clamps (Pair)
  • Elite Pack — Workbench + Bench Dogs (Pack of 4) + Track Clamps (Pair) + Vice Clamp
  • Master Pack — Workbench + Bench Dogs (Pack of 4) + Ratchet Clamps (Pair) + Vice Clamps (Pair)
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  • 5 stars: 3 (75%)
  • 4 stars: 1 (25%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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David D.

Amazing bit of kit, really well made. I don't have a big workshop but this gives the right amount of space whilst being compact enough. Highly recommended.

Thanks for the great review and recommendation. Good to hear the build quality is hitting the mark and that it gives you the working space you need without taking over the workshop. I appreciate your support.

Kind Regards
Jason
Whaley Woodworks

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Anonymous

Excelent product, cheers

Thank you very much for the excellent feedback. We’re delighted you’re pleased with the HDS Portable Workbench, and we hope it continues to make your projects easier and more enjoyable.

Kind Regards
Jason
Whaley Woodworks

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Neil J.

not had chance to use in anger yet but quality looks good and customer service was very good

Thank you so much for your positive feedback and 4-star review. We’re really glad you had a good experience, and we’d love to know what we could do to turn your 4 stars into 5 next time.
Kind Regards
Jason
Whaley Woodworks

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Lawrie

Lovely bit of kit, just what I needed for my workbench.
Would definitely recommend this

Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review! We’re delighted to hear it was just what you needed for your workbench, and we really appreciate you recommending us.

Kind Regards
Jason
Whaley Woodworks