Enjoy Your Garden with Confidence this Summer

Whilst gardening itself is a great way to boost your physical and mental wellbeing, there are plenty of other ways to enjoy your outdoor space, and with summer nearly here, there’s no better time to start planning how you can get outdoors and enjoy yourself over the coming months. Whether it’s enjoying a book or some relaxing yoga, outdoor entertaining or fun and games with the family, there’s something for everyone to enjoy whilst benefitting from the fresh air and sunshine.

Cooking and Eating Al Fresco

One unusual side effect of the pandemic has been a huge increase in people cooking, eating and socialising in their gardens, with sales of barbecues increasing by an astonishing 71% between 2020-2021.

There’s more to outdoor entertaining that barbecues, however. Sales of pizza ovens rocketed over the last couple of years and for the truly adventurous, there’s paella burners, powered by a portable gas cannister. If you prefer a more relaxed approach, there’s little to beat a traditional British picnic.

Outdoor Games

If you want to mitigate the consequences of all that outdoor entertaining, the choice of garden games available has increased massively and they are a great way to spend time outdoors with all the generations of the family.

 Swingball is still a firm retro favourite, or you can invest in something a little more classic, maybe a croquet set or French boules (Petanque). The smaller members of the family might appreciate a set of garden skittles or quoits.

If you prefer something to challenge the brain as much as the body, how about large scale Connect 4, Chess, Draughts or Jenga?

Quieter Pursuits

If you prefer to enjoy your garden at a slower, quieter pace there are plenty of more sedate options, from enjoying a good book in the sun to bird watching. If gardening is your thing, you might want to add a wildflower patch and encourage the local insect and wildlife with suitable homes, baths and feeders, or enjoy some outdoor yoga.

The Handrail People’s Solution for a Safe & Active Summer

At The Handrail People, we realise that the most important thing is that you and your loved ones feel safe and confident accessing your outdoor spaces, whatever your choice of garden activity.

Our range of steel handrails, fabricated by our talented team of craftsmen in our West Sussex workshop can offer you the solution you need to maintain your independence and enjoy the summer in your garden.

From traditional wrought iron style to contemporary stainless steel, we have a product that will suit you and your home. With free site visits, quotes and installation in our area, or the option of supply only for you to fit yourself or with the help of a trusted local tradesperson.

We even have an online shop, so if a simple, safe, affordable solution is what you’re looking for – look no further.

To arrange a free site visit and quote, fill in the enquiry form online or give our friendly team a call on 01903 204867 today.