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Choosing the perfect garden furniture for your outdoor space can be really tricky, especially when you have to consider its durability, style and function. Having any form of outdoor space is a real privilege, meaning many of us like to utilise our space efficiently and enjoy having somewhere to sit and soak up the sunshine this time of year. What better way to do that than investing in a sleek and compact outdoor dining set for your garden!
While the British weather hasn't quite perked up yet this summer, you want to make sure you're ready for celebrations, garden parties and more when the warmer months roll around. With options made from tweak and acai wood, which you can leave out all-year round, as well as more affordable metal or rattan options, we believe we've found the best outdoor dining sets for you right here.
Wondering what style to go for? Well, if you like following trends, then why not opt for a dining set made from rattan or synthetic woven. These options will immediately add a touch of boho chic to your outdoor space and many just require an outdoor cover throughout the winter to keep them protected.
Otherwise, if you like a more traditional look to your outdoor dining sets, then we suggest opting for a set made from tweak or acai style, as they can normally be left out all-year round and require little maintenance. However, if you have a balcony garden, we suggest opting for lighter materials.
With a host of options from your favourite retailers including John Lewis & Partners, Marks & Spencer, Robert Dyas and more, here are our top 10 outdoor dining sets that you can buy right now for your home.
The perfect place to gather and dine with those you love, we love this stylish yet affordable outdoor dining set from Homebase. Featuring rattan effect edges and a toughened glass table top, this set is just as pretty as it's practical. Crafted with a powder-coated steel frame, this dining set's arm chairs are easily stackable and has removable table legs, making storing away the entire set come winter a whole lot easier.
Hot from John Lewis' 2024 summer range, we love this dining set's unique hand-woven look. John Lewis' designer Matthew Steels, revealed the thought process behind its trendy design: "Although this is traditional cane furniture, we've given it a modern twist, with a standout figure-of-eight weave. We've also gone with a neutral tone for the cushions to keep the focus on the rattan." Made with weather-resistant cane wicker and shower resistant seat and backrest cushions, we think this set is a stand-out garden furniture piece this summer.
If you love that relax bench dining look, then you'll love this luxurious option from Garden Trading. Meticulously crafted from solid acacia, we're sure this dining set will become the focal point to your outdoor space. Although the bench set is sturdy and weatherproof to leave outdoors all year round, Garden Trading recommend covering it with a outdoor furniture cover come the depths of winter.
Do you love dining alfresco? Eat outside this summer in style with this Melbourne outdoor dining set from M&S. Complete with a modern table and 6 chairs and cushions, it's everything you need this season. To protect the set during the winter and keep this it looking in tip top shape, the brand recommend storing the outdoor dining set in a garage or in an unheated ventilated room during the colder months.
This Sarasota option at John Lewis is a luxurious way to elevate your outdoor space this summer 2024. Complete with a canopy to protect yourself from the sun while dining, as well as synthetic EverRope stylish lattice designed seats, which look just like rope!
If you're looking for a garden dining set which needs to be simple, functional and affordable, meet this 4 seater dining set from John Lewis' well-known ANYDAY range. Even better, all of John Lewis' outdoor wooden furniture ranges are made from sustainably sourced, naturally weather-resistant tropical hardwoods too.
Get ready to enjoy the warm weather (when it comes) with this sleek outdoor dining set from Dunelm. Designed with curvy woven chairs and well-padded grey polyester seat pads, this set is all you need to sit back, relax and eat good food this summer. Dunelm also will deliver this set ready assembled, making it easy for you to slot it into any outdoor space.
If you're looking for more garden bar set that also will be used for dining, then we love this option from Habitat. Priced at £500, we think this set is affordable and stylish. With each chair flaunting a rattan and rope effect, we think this set will add a touch of boho chic to your garden. It's also the perfect set to finish off your home bar.
Compact yet sophisticated, this Dunelm outdoor dining set is everything you need to have guests over this summer. It's also finished with a glass top, which makes cleaning up after dinners simple and stress-free.
Wanting to combing outdoor lounging with outdoor dining? This garden sofa and dining set does just that. It's the perfect way to add a relaxed informal dining section to your garden. This sleek set includes a 5-seat corner sofa and two small bench seaters and soft padded grey beige cushions too. This set also comes with a FREE water-resistant cover but please note, this is not fully waterproof and you should still store your cushions somewhere dry during wet weather and throughout winter.
Christina is Junior Homes Writer at Good Housekeeping. You will find her covering everything from the latest Le Creuset launches to how to incorporate the top homes trends into your home. Her mission is to make sure you’re always in-the-know about everything homes and gardening! When she’s not out socialising, you’ll find her at the gym or on walks with her favourite people.
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