Pots and containers

A really attractive garden ornament - perfect for a quiet corner or bird table. This life-sized silhouette of a blackbird stands solidly on a metal plate with two diagonally placed screw-holes  - perfect for sturdy mounting on a fence, roof or balcony railing. It is made from iron, painted in a rust-protective paint for extreme durability outdoors and a long life. Free nationwide delivery - not subject to minimum order.

A great game for the garden in summer. A traditional game for the outdoors, played either on grass or gravel. This is the game to which many French men and women devote their evenings, and it is ideally suited as a family game. Like croquet, it requires skill and concentration rather than energy or fitness, making it accessible to all! This high quality set, which comes in a useful zip-up canvas pouch, contains eight heavy, polished steel balls, one smaller wooden ball (the 'Jack'), full instructions and a measuring cord. In stock and ready for immediate courier delivery.

Not subject to minimum order. Price includes nationwide delivery.

There's no better game for a summer afternoon than croquet. With an outwardly civilised, even genteel, appearance, it is in fact a wickedly competitive and entertaining game. You don't need a perfect lawn for this - it's better played with natural obstacles such as flower beds, slopes and patches of long grass. Neither do you need to be fit, strong or energetic! This set comes in a quality canvas carry bag (click on the image on the right to see the full set). It contains 4 x 96 cms mallets, 9 lightweight hoops, 4 stakes, 4 coloured wooden balls and complete instructions. Made from birch wood with full chain of custody from sustainable sources. Standard delivery terms.

This traditional deckchair is the model often used on cruise ships and differs from the standard deck chair in that it has arms. Made in Bournemouth in the UK - the true home of deckchairs - from long lasting and sustainable materials such as beech,  cotton canvas and quality fittings. Although for outdoor use, it should be stored indoors or under cover when not in use. Looked after in this way it will bring years of pleasure and elegance to your garden. It folds up wonderfully, making it an ideal piece of garden furniture for anyone tight on storage space. Available in yellow or natural cotton canvas. Standard delivery terms.

End of summer price reduction - down from regular price of €78.95! These traditional folding deck chairs are the genuine article. Hand made in the UK from seasoned, sustainably sourced beech wood and heavy-duty cotton canvas. The workshop in which they are made is run by Bournemouth Borough Council to provide work for people with disabilities. They are manufactured to a high standard and are made to provide many years of enjoyment. Designed for outdoor use, they should be stored indoors, especially in wet weather. They fold down to almost nothing and are therfore ideal for anyone with limited storage space. Folded flat dimensions: 131cm x 56cm. Available in three colours: red, navy blue, or blue-beige-red stripes. Standard delivery charge (€7.50 Dublin and Wicklow area /€15.00 Nationwide, charged once on any order, regardless of size).

Click on the image on the right to see more deck chair images in the range of fabrics which we supply.

This wonderfully stylish oversized pot is made in Germany by Spang from natural terracotta. Standing just over 60 cms (2 feet) tall and 45 cms wide (1 and a half feet) at the top, it is particularly suited for plants with a lower centre of gravity such as box balls, flowering shrubs such as Camellias or even trailing plants. Excellent for anyone wanting an unusual, modern flower pot made from enduring, natural and traditional materials. Fully frost proof. Volume of compost necessary:  approximately 120 litres.

This is a delightful and ingenious small folding table, made in Bournemouth by the same people who make our deckchairs. It is made in a workshop run by the local borough council, providing employment for people with disabilities. Constructed from seasoned timber with corrosion resistant fixings, this folding table is easy to store or transport in the boot of any car and is a most attractive piece of garden furniture - although for outdoor use, it should be stored indoors or under cover. It is easy to carry, set up and fold down. Ideal for anyone with limited storage space or even for camping trips or mobile homes - like the deckchairs, it folds away to a small size. 70 cms high, 61 cms diameter. Standard delivery terms.

We are very proud of this garden bench. Like our table, it is grown, designed and made in Ireland. It is hand made to an exceptionally high quality by Rhatigan and Hick of Wicklow from seasoned Irish hardwood and marine-grade stainless steel fittings. It has been designed for us by architect and furniture designer Laura Mays, whose work is represented in museums, embassies and collections around the world. Sturdy, simple and clean in its design, it will last outside for many years and increase in character as it matures. It is made from Irish hardwoods such as oak, elm or chestnut and each item is made to order. The timber is sourced from the Lisnavagh Estate in County Carlow and kiln-dried in Kilruddery in Bray. The item shown is made from chestnut (Castanea sativa) which is unoiled. A coating of Danish oil or teak oil may be applied if desired. We do not recommend varnish or any other treatment. As each item is made to order, it may take up to 28 days between ordering and receiving your bench. You can also specify which timber you would prefer - please feel free to contact us to discuss.  Click on the photo on the right to see more images and construction details.

Dimensions: 55 high x 55 wide x 150 long (suitable to sit three along one side of the table)

A truly exceptional and unique garden table. Wonderfully simple in its design and executed with complete attention to detail. It is hand made to an exceptionally high quality by Rhatigan and Hick of Wicklow from seasoned Irish hardwood and marine-grade stainless steel fittings. It has been designed for us by renowned furniture designer Laura Mays, whose work is represented in museums, embassies and collections around the world. It is designed to seat six people (three along each side) and could seat eight with someone at each end. Sturdy, simple and clean in its design, it will last outside for many years and increase in character as it matures. It is made from Irish hardwoods such as oak, elm or chestnut and each item is made to order. The timber is grown on the Lisnavagh Estate in County Carlow and kiln-dried in Kilruddery in Bray. The item shown is made from chestnut (Castanea sativa) which is unoiled. A coating of Danish oil or teak oil may be applied if desired. We do not recommend varnish or any other treatment. As each item is made to order, it may take up to 28 days between ordering and receiving your bench. You can also specify which timber you would prefer - please feel free to contact us to discuss.  Click on the photo on the right to see more images and construction details.

Dimensions: 100 cms wide x 75 cms  high x 150 cms long

This is a classic windowbox particularly suited to period houses, where its colour and design make it a particularly fine choice. Made from Fibreclay, a lightweight and long-lasting material using a combination of clay and natural minerals which uses only 10% of the energy used in the production or terracotta. Window boxes can be planted with a number of plants, depending on their location. For sunny areas consider English lavender (dwarf varieties such as 'Munstead' or 'Hidcote' are best) and for shadier areas plants such as box and or ivy are excellent. They are also ideal for herbs and annual plants. We recommend that you use a good quality potting compost such as John Innes No 2 which can sustain plants for longer periods and do not dry out as fast as peat-based mixes.

Three sizes are available: Small 50 cms long x 16 wide x 18 high; Medium 60 cms high x 23 wide x 23 high; Large 70 cms long x 29 wide x 28 high.