Let’s Go Outside

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Rogue Special Edition 525 Rear & Side Infrared Burner Scotts of Thrapston available from Napoloeon Grills Any sign of the slightest bit of sunshine and we’re ready to head outside and bask in the rays, so its time to start thinking about moving outside and making the most of your garden.

Recent bursts of warmth throughout this early part of spring, have lead to people already starting to plan their summer parties to entertain their friends and family alike. We take a look at how you can soak up the fresh spring air with ideas to spruce up your garden in the coming months.

King of the grill The BBQ is a staple to the British summer, whether on a hot summers day, or persevering through the wind and rain, outside gatherings wouldn’t be the same without the smokey smell of your food on the grill. It can be tempting to wait until the last minute and buy a disposable tray from your local supermarket, but you can only use them once and burn very quickly.

The new Rogue SE525RSIB is the ultimate gas model for any aspiring grill-master looking to upgrade their barbecue game. With the capacity to cook for up to 15 people, this model features 4 main burners plus Napoleon’s signature Sizzle Zone™ infrared side burner, which heats up to 0-800°C in 30 If you are looking for something smaller that you can easily tuck away during the winter, this portable barbecue from Gentlemen’s Hardare is a larger version of the mini-suitcase portable barbecue, you can cook up a storm wherever you roam, featuring a lightweight stainless steel construction with a navy powder coated finish and clasp to lock shut. Great for a day out with friends, at the beach, on a boat, on holiday, or for a picnic.

The perfect setting Create the ideal environment for your perfect dining experience by paying attention to the small details. Add candles, bunting and even rugs to bring home comforts outside into the garden. Susie Watson Designs (pictured above) have a selection of handcrafted chairs, cushions, hand painted pottery and hand blown wine glasses that incoroprate unique and interesting designs with an English feel.

The Spring and Summer collections include new products from Tesco Home and Fox & Ivy including lanterns, tealight holders, vases, jugs and their Kosmo range of bowls. They

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have a a Scandi-chic feel with geometric prints, modern florals and pastel tones, while Fox & Ivy maintains its luxury look with statement floral prints and metallic touches, but also introduces a more relaxed, everyday look with earthy tones, reactive glaze and brushed gold.

Firepits and fire bowls are perfect for late night entertaining when the sun goes down. Aplaceforeverything.com has a wide range of outdoor heaters from Globe Fire pits to smaller Swedish fire logs as well as loungers and hammocks for those who want to embrace the late night air.

English Country Garden Bring back the feel of a quintessential English Country Garden by adding a traditional touch to your garden. From deck chairs reminiscent of the British seaside, to whimsical lighting and pastel-toned bistro sets, Wyevale Garden Centres have selected ‘The British Picnic’ as their star buy for this summer.

“Whether you have a small balcony or sprawling garden, these items are easily portable and offer an instant burst of colour - perfect for picnics and last minute hosting. If tight on space, opt for folding furniture and smaller BBQ styles that can be Party Time Garden entertaining wouldn’t be the same without a little music. Combining high quality, pin-sharp audio with exceptional design, the unique Rock Garden Speaker from Lithe Audio is perfect for entertaining outdoors, or for keeping you entertained while gardening year-round. The speaker is disguised as a rock, designed to fit discreetly into your surroundings while delivering exceptional sound quality. Just power up, connect your device, stream off Spotify, You Tube or your personal playlists and podcasts.

To keep the little ones entertained in the garden this summer, Little Tikes have a range of slides and games guaranteed to keep your children busy. From a Fountain Factory Water Table to their first slide, these toys will definitely be a fun addition to any garden. For bigger children or for those young at heart, go big with giant versions of your favourite board games; Jenga, Connect Four and even giant snakes and ladders are perfect for the whole family. n

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PHOTOGRAPHY MARCUS HARPUR

Little Malvern Court

Nr. Malvern, Worcestershire WR14 4JN

Garden open 20th April to 21st July, Wednesday & Thursday afternoons, 2.00pm – 5.00pm. Other times by appointment. See website for further information 07856 035 599 www.littlemalverncourt.co.uk

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