Outdoor

Camper van awnings are a great way of gaining extra sheltered space when living that sweet, carefree van life. Maybe your family has recently outgrown the size of your van, and you're looking for a tent awning, or you're just chasing some extra weather protection with a porch or canopy awning.Whichever it may be, our top 10 of the best camper van awnings will have your needs covered. Featuring plenty of self-supporting drive-away awnings from reputable brands like Vango, Kampa and Olpro, you can set to planning your next camping trip in full confidence of your equipment's ability to weather it all.

If you're a keen gardener yet to own a trellis, you may wonder what benefits one could possibly bring to your outside space. The truth is there's much more to a garden trellis than meets the eye. They can be used to transform plain spaces into decorative feature walls adorned with climbing plants, they can support growing vegetables, you can even use them to separate and conceal parts of your garden. The options are pretty much endless!If you're currently looking for a garden trellis, you may be struggling with where to start. After all, they come in all shapes and sizes! Don't fret because our buying guide will explore all the options available, from black metal arches to cheap and cheerful modern plastic walls. We'll walk you through everything you need to consider before buying, then we'll count down the best garden trellises in the UK from online stores such as Amazon and eBay. 

Gardening is perhaps one of the most underrated hobbies out there. Therapeutic and slow-paced but with plenty of long-term gains, it's a great opportunity to practice mindfulness and patience in our frantic world. However, if you're planning on doing a bit more than keeping your geraniums watered, you're going to need some helpful gear – and that's where gardener's aprons come in. Both protective and useful in the way they allow you to have all your equipment to hand, an apron made of hardy fabric with ample pockets is essential for any perennial gardener. Thanks to this guide, you'll have everything you need to make the perfect choice. We've also included a list of our ten favourite garden aprons for inspiration, including a tool belt alternative and designs for ladies and kids.

Garden sprinklers can be used as an irrigation system to keep grass in top condition, or as a fun way for the kids to cool off in the summer. There are many varieties, with impact and oscillating sprinklers being the most popular designs. So if you haven't used sprinklers yet, we recommend you give them a go for watering and maintaining your lawn.To help you pick the best one, we've put together a guide on water pressure, range and coverage. We know it can be a daunting task, especially if it's your first time using one. That's why we've included a ranking of the top 10 best garden sprinklers in the UK, including products from big brands like Hozelock and Gardena available on Amazon, eBay and Argos!

Whether they're guiding you safely up your driveway on a winter's evening or lighting up your patio for a summer garden party, wall lights are an essential garden fixture, whatever the season. As well as serving a practical purpose, they're incredibly stylish, allowing you to experiment with your favourite décor styles outside. However, wall lights come in various shapes and sizes, and two can look and work completely differently from one another.From traditional brass lantern-style wall lights to stainless steel solar-powered LEDs with motion sensors, there is a whole range to choose from. It always helps to be armed with a little knowledge before diving in, which is exactly why we've written this buying guide. We'll walk you through everything you need to consider, then we'll show you ten of the best outdoor wall lights in the UK. 

Not too long ago, if someone outside of the kayaking, sailing or surfing community would have asked your average Joe what a dry bag was, not many people could have answered. However, they’ve had somewhat of a glow-up recently and are becoming popular as waterproof bags and backpacks for running, hiking and even everyday use, which makes sense in the rain-soaked UK! As you’d expect, these bags are all about keeping goods safe and dry, but how do you tell one apart from another? In our guide, we’ll show you the features you should consider before buying. After that, we’ve gathered the best options for paddleboarding, swimming, boating and more for you to check out, all of which are available to order from affordable sites such as Amazon and Decathlon.

A rake is an often overlooked garden tool as it's seen as something secondary to a fork or shovel, but when maintaining and tidying your garden, it will likely end up being your most used tool. Gardening isn't just about growing plants or having a nice place to sit, but the hobby itself can be a very calming and relaxing pursuit, with both gardening and raking having links with zen Buddhism.On the surface, the different types can all look very similar, so we're here to take you through each one and recommend the best soil rakes, lawn rakes and rakes for leaves to buy online from Amazon, eBay and Argos. Pick up a rake from some of the best makers of garden equipment around like Spear & Jackson, Draper and Challenge, and you'll have your garden in tip-top shape in no time! 

Garden arches, or arbours, are a wonderful way to liven up your outdoor space. The trellises or poles they feature allow you to grow beautiful climbing roses or clematis, while others even come with benches or gates attached. Design-wise, there's a wide variety available from sturdy wooden arches to unusual metal frames, so you'll have plenty of options to suit your garden. Having lots of selection is great, but it also makes it harder to decide which one to pick. That's OK! Read through our handy guide that contains top tips to help you choose the best arch for your garden. We've also put together a ranking of the 10 best garden arches available to buy on Amazon, Argos and eBay with designs by Outsunny, TecTake and more. 

Along with a trowel and spade, a good garden fork is one of the basic gardening tools that no shed or garage should be without. Whether you only have access to a small allotment, or tend to a larger green space in the countryside, you'll need a reliable fork to make the most of time spent maintaining your garden or growing plants and vegetables.In this article, we'll show you how to pick the best garden fork for your space or upcoming project. We'll go over the key terminology used, as well as ranking the top 10 pitchforks, digging and border forks available online in the UK on Amazon, eBay, and Argos. That way you'll be able to turn that patch of weeds into a beautiful herb or vegetable garden in no time!

While cushions, toys, gardening tools, and other outdoor belongings are great to have, they can make a garden look cluttered and untidy when left lying around. To organise your space, why not try a garden storage box to keep your things neat and secured while you're not using them? However, the challenge comes in knowing which garden storage box to buy, but don't worry - we've done the research and compiled a step-by-step buying guide to make it easy.We've also included a list of the top 10 best garden storage boxes available in the UK from popular online retailers such as Amazon, eBay and Argos. Whether you're after a heavy-duty grey box with a lid or you fancy a waterproof wooden one to match your furniture, we've got something here for everyone.