From behind the steely clouds of spring, the summer sun finally appears to be consistently peering out. With this improved weather comes a season that is perfect for parties and get-togethers of all types. There is one party that is the unequivocal king of summer parties; we are talking of course about the garden party.

Whether it’s a large party to mark a special occasion or a simple, small gathering to mark the passing of another difficult week they are always special. These enjoyable occasions do not happen in a vacuum though and there are certain preparations that you should make in order to make sure that you are always ready to host a party at the drop of a hat;

Furniture

One of the biggest enemies of a great atmosphere is feeling uncomfortable; if you and your guests are perched on uncomfortable garden furniture then relaxation will not be the order of the day. Here at Verdon Grey we know a thing or two about the importance of quality garden furniture, and our contemporary garden furniture is perfect for making sure that you are all able to relax and enjoy the evening. 

Shelter

Predictable, stable, constant… these are just a few wordsthat cannot be used to describe the British weather. Theoption of shelter will ensure that you and your guests will not get soaked every time the weather changes its mind. One of Spindle House’s thatched gazebos will give you the perfect shelter that will allow you to enjoy those warm but unpredictable summer evenings.

Music

‘Where words fail, music speaks.’ - Hans Christian Andersen

Without music can it really be a party? Good music fills any silences and also gives everyone a shared topic of conversation, giving an excellent atmosphere. If you appreciate crisp quality sound then a simple MP3 dock will not suffice, thankfully there is a range of outdoor speakers available that is sure to fit the bill perfectly.

Food and Drink

Summer is the season of barbecued meats, chilled salads and fresh bread, all washed down with a glass of something chilled to perfection. There are thousands of summer recipes available online that will make sure that you capture the summer feeling perfectly.

So if you are looking out at the sunshine with baited breath then worry not as the time to get out in the garden is upon us. If you have any further questions on our range of garden furniture, don’t hesitate to contact us and our friendly staff will be happy to help.