
First things first, when the sun does eventually consent to show its face the most basic requirement is a good chair for sitting out in it. I love these classic chairs with a modern twist from Thornback & Peel. I’ve long been a fan of their whimsical prints and this rabbit and cabbages version is one of my favourites.
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Whichever one of several designs you choose, all you will need after that is a glass of something chilled (and possibly slightly sparkling) and good book and away you go. The perfect summer afternoon.
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