Summer is here and Miranda Jessop is in the mood for a spot of al fresco entertaining
Just the fact that the sun is shining is the perfect excuse to throw a party in your garden. Whether it’s an impromptu dinner for a select few, a celebration lunch with friends, a special tea for close family or evening drinks with all your neighbours, here are some ideas to make sure your garden party goes with a bang.
Artificial Grass sofa, £900 and armchair, £680

Sure to break the ice, an outdoor sofa like no other.
Pineapple ice bucket, £35 and gold pineapple cup, £5.50

Create a fun vibe.
Etta parasol, £399

Set aside a shaded corner of paradise.
Brighton Egg Chair garden furniture set, £169

Make sure there’s plenty of space for guests to sit and sip their drinks.
La Hacienda Geometric clay chimenea, £84.98

Cook up a feast while enjoying the warmth of a real wood fire.
Wallflower melamine range, from £6

No need to worry about breakages.
Orange metal folding garden table and chairs, £180

Ideal for smaller outdoor spaces.
Cole & Bright 10 colour bulb string lights, £25

Adorn the trees with multi-coloured lights.
Raj Tent Club lanterns, from £40

Decorate the garden with exotic lanterns.
6 Burner Deluxe Gas BBQ, £699

Nothing beats the taste of a barbecue on a summer’s day.
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