How can I make my garden more sociable?

Time outdoors is most enjoyable when it is shared with people you love. By taking your social time outside, you are giving yourself the opportunity to get more fresh air, enjoy the sun and have less distractions.

Seating is a great starting point when it comes to creating social areas in your garden. Whether you're looking for outdoor dining sets, lounge sets or garden tables and chairs, there are lots of options to choose from. Being social comes in many forms and your seating will reflect that.

If you like to enjoy your social time with a group of friends or family then a range of wooden garden seats and chairs could be a good option. The benefit of individual seating means that you have the option of spreading out, or cosying up on summer evenings.

If you like to spend your time outside chatting with a partner or close friend then both swing hammocks and conversation seats are great ways to enjoy some one-on-one quality time. If you have the space, you could also create a separate quiet zone, because sometimes you just need your own space when the kids have their friends round, or vice versa.

Garden tables are an essential part of social situations, especially where food or drinks is involved.

Elsie de Wolfe once said that 'Eating outdoors makes for good health and long life and good temper'. We couldn't agree more, and whether that be enjoying a BBQ with friends, taking your home cooked meal outside, or creating a picnic-style buffet, there are so many options for enjoying your mealtime outside. The other great thing about encouraging outdoor living is that you are more likely to talk to each other and socialise, rather than being distracted by the TV or phone screens.

We have a range of wooden garden tables, including wooden picnic tables and stand alone tables that pair beautifully with our chairs and seats. We also have our wooden garden collections such as our The Abbey Range and The Hainton Range, which both feature stunning wooden garden tables.

Incorporating both table and seating, we also have a range of lovely wooden picnic benches. We have both round and rectangular wooden picnic benches, including our 8 Seater Round Garden Picnic Table, which provides comfortable, spacious seating for 8 people. Our picnic tables are perfect for enjoying food and drinks with family and friends, for every occasion.

If you have the space, you could also create a separate quiet zone, because sometimes you just need your own space when the kids have their friends round, or vice versa.

Whatever you decide, it's always important to remeber that your garden needs to suit you and your needs. These needs might also change over time, so thinking about versatility and what you might want in the future is always a great starting point.