Despite unseasonably wet and windy weather in late May, summer is approaching with a predicted heatwave for the final bank holiday weekend. Many Britons are preparing their gardens for outdoor entertaining and barbecues. For those who enjoy alfresco dining, a fantastic deal on a bistro set has emerged, ideal for both small and large gardens, now reduced by £60.
The 2 Seater Steel Garden Furniture Bistro Set from homeware brand Charlies usually retails at £129.99 but has been slashed to £69.99, a discount shoppers are calling 'too good to be true'. One shopper, John, left a five-star review, praising the set as 'lightweight but really sturdy'. He wrote: 'The set was remarkably cheap and at £69.99 it seemed to be too good to be true. The good news is that it isn't too good to be true and the positive reviews on Charlies were spot on!'
John added: 'The set was very well packaged and it took us less than 10 minutes to assemble - didn't even need to read the instructions. The table and chairs are fairly lightweight but they are really sturdy, and the seats are really spacious even for me (6'2" and 16 stone!). Visually the set looks great and to say the least it exceeded our expectations. We are well impressed and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this set!'
Promising low maintenance, the bistro set includes two stackable chairs and a matching round table made entirely from steel mesh, making it lightweight and portable. Finished in charcoal grey, the set is easy to clean and adds elegance to any outdoor terrace, patio, or deck.
For shoppers seeking more colour, Dunelm's Bergen Round Bistro Table with 2 Alma Armchairs comes in hues from Chilli Red to Avocado Green at £249. For added comfort, Habitat's Scoop 2 Seater Metal Garden Bistro Set (£180) features curved steel chairs with deep cushions and a round table in olive green.
While the mesh material dries quickly, the brand recommends using a furniture cover to keep the set pristine year-round. The set has earned a 4.5-star rating, with many customers purchasing multiple sets. One buyer said: 'This the second set we have ordered, comfortable and stable.' Another echoed: 'Love this bistro set so we ordered another set. Excellent price, service and prompt delivery.'
A delighted shopper remarked: 'Absolutely thrilled with this bistro set it's fabulous. Great quality, great price and great service. Bravo Charlie's I'll be back.' Another noted: 'Perfect set for tea break in the garden. Chairs are comfortable even without cushions.'
The only drawback mentioned was that the set only comes with two chairs, so those wanting more seating must buy two sets. One customer said: 'Comfortable strong construction. Just a shame there isn't the option to buy more chairs as it only comes with two chairs. We had to buy two sets so have a spare table.'
Charlies also offers discounts on other furniture, such as the Wild Garden York 6 Seater Steel Garden Furniture Dining Set With 2.7m Parasol, reduced by £100 to £299. This set seats six with textilene chairs, a glass-topped table with wood grain design, and a parasol with crank and tilt mechanism. One buyer said: 'I have a small garden so this furniture is perfect for daily use and also when entertaining family and friends. Table and chairs are sturdy and comfortable.' Note that it does not fold away.
For those seeking luxury, the Wild Garden Chester 9 Seater Aluminium Reclining Garden Furniture Corner Dining Set is reduced by £200 to £1,499.99. It includes a modular corner sofa, reclining armchair, and bench, seating up to 10 people. Features include high-backed reclining seats, a ceramic glass table, and light grey cushions contrasting a charcoal powder-coated aluminium frame.
