| TL;DR: Garden furniture prices in the UK range from under £40 for basic string or folding chairs to more than £700 for premium rope corner sofa sets. Rattan-effect bistro sets start around £65 at Argos and £90 at Dunelm, while 4-seat conversation sets sit in the £250-£380 bracket. Prices shift sharply in spring, during bank holiday sales, and at season end. All figures below are illustrative published list or sale prices as of June 2026; always confirm with the retailer. |
How UK garden furniture is priced
Garden furniture pricing in the UK is driven by three main factors: seat count, material, and retailer positioning. A two-seat bistro set at a discount variety retailer such as B&M can cost as little as £65, while an eight-seat premium teak dining set from a specialist can exceed £2,000. Between those poles, the majority of UK households shop from a cluster of mainstream retailers, including Argos, Dunelm, B&M, Wayfair, and John Lewis, where rattan-effect and powder-coated metal furniture dominates the mid-market.
Seasonality is a particularly significant factor. Prices are typically highest in late March and April when garden furniture launches, fall through bank holiday sales in May, and reach their lowest clearance levels in August and September. Stock at discount variety stores such as B&M sells out quickly once the season is underway, so headline prices noted in spring may not reflect availability by early summer.
Material choice is the single largest driver of unit cost within any seat count. Powder-coated steel and rattan-effect (resin-weave over a steel frame) furniture sits at the lower and mid price points. Solid aluminium, natural rattan, and rope-weave sets command premiums because they require less annual maintenance and typically carry longer manufacturer guarantees.
Delivery and assembly add to the total cost of ownership. At Argos, a £30 collection charge applies to returned large items that are not faulty (as of June 2026, per Argos help pages). Dunelm offers free standard delivery over £60, with large furniture items quoted individually. B&M garden furniture is primarily sold in-store only; the retailer does not operate a general online ordering and home delivery service for most garden lines, meaning buyers collect directly from branch.
Published UK garden furniture price table (illustrative, as of June 2026)
The table below shows published list or current sale prices observed at named UK retailers in June 2026. Prices are illustrative examples and change seasonally, by store, and by product variant. Confirm current price and availability directly with the retailer before purchasing.
| Product Type | Example Product | Retailer | Published Price (GBP) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-seat rattan bistro set | Miami Bistro Set | Dunelm | £90.30 (was £129) [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
| 2-seat rattan bistro set | Malta Rattan Effect Bistro Set | Dunelm | £125.30 (was £179) [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
| 3-piece rattan bistro set | Island Paradise Armchair Bistro Set 3pc | B&M | £200 [2] | Ideal Home / B&M, spring 2026 |
| Rope bistro set | Rattan Rope Bistro Set | Dunelm | £130 [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
| 4-seat rattan conversation set | Malta Rattan Effect 4 Seater Conversation Set | Dunelm | £279 (was £329) [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
| 4-seat rattan conversation set | Singapore 4 Seater Rattan Conversation Set | Dunelm | £250 [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
| 5-seat rattan corner sofa set | Singapore 5 Seater Rattan Corner Sofa Set | Dunelm | £449 [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
| 6-seat rattan corner sofa set | Singapore 6 Seater Corner Garden Sofa Set | Dunelm | £314.30 (was £449) [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
| Premium rope corner sofa set | Amazonia Rope Corner Sofa Set | Dunelm | £749 [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
| 6-piece metal garden dining set | 6 Piece Metal Garden Dining Set | Dunelm | £139 [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
| 8-piece aluminium dining set | Seattle Premium 8pc Patio Set | B&M | £250 [2] | Ideal Home / B&M, spring 2026 |
| 8-piece garden dining set | 8 Piece Metal Garden Dining Set | Dunelm | £199 [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
| 10-piece garden dining set | 10 Piece Garden Dining Set | Dunelm | £279 [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
| Rattan egg chair | Santorini Rattan Egg Chair | Dunelm | £149 (was £249) [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
| Hanging egg chair | Singapore Hanging Egg Chair | Dunelm | £124-£199 [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
| Reclining sun lounger | Helsinki Reclining Sun Lounger Chair | Dunelm | £35 [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
| Rattan sun lounger with cushion | Singapore Rattan Sun Lounger with Cushion | Dunelm | £125.30 (was £179) [1] | dunelm.com, June 2026 |
What affects garden furniture prices in the UK
Material and construction
Rattan-effect (resin wicker over a steel frame) is the dominant material at mid-price points because it resists UV fading and is straightforward to clean. Natural rattan costs more but is lighter and develops a patina over time. Powder-coated steel frames underpin the cheapest dining sets; aluminium adds weight but eliminates rust risk. Rope-weave over aluminium frames is typically found at the top of the market because of hand-assembly labour and the premium feel of the finished product.
Seat count and configuration
A direct consequence of seat count is the price jump between bistro (2 seat), conversation (4 seat) and corner sofa (5 to 8 seat) configurations. Based on Dunelm's published June 2026 range, moving from a 2-seat bistro at £90 to a 4-seat rattan conversation set at £250 represents roughly a 2.8x multiplier per seat. Corner sets add further cost because they ship in multiple interlocking pieces and require more cushion fill and fabric.
Cushion inclusion and quality
Sets that include cushions with a high GSM (grammes per square metre) fill, removable covers, and UV-treated outer fabrics carry a price premium. Budget sets from B&M and Argos typically include thinner cushions or none at all for the frame price; replacement cushions sold separately can add £30 to £100 per seat to the effective cost of ownership.
Brand and retailer positioning
B&M competes on price and impulse buying: its spring seasonal range is in-store only, has no home delivery, and sells out quickly. Dunelm offers online purchase with home delivery and a broader year-round range, with products from its own Singapore, Malta, and Amazonia collections spanning budget to premium. Argos carries its own Argos Home and Habitat labels and offers click-and-collect as well as home delivery, with a 30-day returns window for undamaged items (subject to a £30 collection charge for large items not returned to store).
Buying considerations
When to buy
The most competitive published prices appear in late summer clearance, typically from August onwards, when retailers reduce stock ahead of autumn. Spring launches carry full-season RRPs. Bank holiday sales in May routinely produce 20-30% reductions on marked prices at Dunelm and similar mid-market retailers, as evidenced by their published promotion schedule in 2026.
Storage and care
Rattan-effect furniture is weather-resistant but benefits from winter storage or outdoor covers to preserve cushion fabric. Metal dining sets should be checked annually for paint chips to prevent rust on steel frames. Budget furniture at the lowest price points may use thinner gauge steel that dents or rusts more readily than heavier-gauge mid-market alternatives.
Returns and delivery
Online retailers including Dunelm and Argos accept returns of undamaged garden furniture within specified windows (Argos: 30 days, subject to a £30 large item collection charge where not returned to store in person). B&M garden furniture is primarily sold in-store only; buyers should take note that in-store returns require original proof of purchase and the item must be complete in original packaging, within 30 days (per bmstores.co.uk returns policy as at June 2026). Delivery charges for online orders vary: Dunelm offers free standard delivery over £60, with large furniture items quoted separately. Always confirm delivery and returns terms directly with the retailer at the time of purchase, as policies may change.
For further context on the UK home retail landscape, see the Homebase administration coverage covering what the collapse of a major garden retailer meant for consumers, and the creditor analysis for the financial picture.
Editorial note: This page contains editorial and informational content only. Retail prices and product ranges change seasonally and may vary between store and online channels. All prices above are illustrative published examples as of June 2026. Confirm current price, availability, delivery terms, and returns policy directly with the relevant retailer before purchase. Kaeltripton is not a retailer and does not sell garden furniture.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average price of a rattan garden sofa set in the UK?
Based on published prices from Dunelm and Argos in June 2026, 4-seat rattan-effect conversation sets range from approximately £250 to £380. Premium rope-weave or larger corner configurations cost £449 to £749 at the same retailers. Prices shift during bank holiday sales and at season end.
Is B&M garden furniture available online?
B&M's main garden furniture range is generally sold in-store only through its UK branch network. The bmgardenbuildings.co.uk site covers garden buildings, but the main seasonal furniture lines are typically instore-purchase only. Stock availability varies by branch and sells out during peak spring demand.
What is the cheapest garden furniture in the UK?
At the budget end of the market, individual pieces such as the Dunelm Helsinki Reclining Sun Lounger Chair (published at £35 in June 2026) and the B&M Island Paradise String Chair (£35) represent entry-level published prices. Basic 2-seat metal bistro sets at Argos start around £65 for the Habitat Eden model.
When does garden furniture go on sale in the UK?
Bank holiday weekends in May and the August and September clearance periods typically produce the deepest discounts at mainstream UK retailers. Dunelm, for example, published sale prices reflecting 20-30% reductions during its 2026 summer sale, while B&M stock is not discounted online but sells through quickly at in-store prices during peak season.
Does Dunelm deliver garden furniture?
Dunelm offers home delivery for garden furniture purchased online at dunelm.com. Standard delivery is free on orders over £60. Large or bulky items may attract separate quoted delivery charges. Delivery terms published on the Dunelm website should be confirmed at the time of purchase.
