Are you planning to throw a BBQ or garden party? If the answer’s yes, you’re bound to cause a stir with your family, friends and neighbours, when you show off your garden gazebo.
No more flimsy eyesores, the new breed of gazebos will cause major garden envy. OK, so we’re not actively encouraging you to provoke any jealous feelings from your loved ones. But, we’d be lying if we said it wasn’t the best feeling for people to ask, “where’s your gazebo from?”.
You could even go that extra mile with fancy garden accessories and rustic plant pots to deck out the best garden gazebo in your back yard.
Whether you’ve got a big or small family, there’s a gazebo for every celebration. Select a traditional pop-up gazebo, a year-round metal gazebo or even a gazebo with removable walls. Plus, you can choose from a wide range of colours, sizes and waterproof materials. Nowadays waterproof doesn’t mean plastic, bin bag-esque vibe, we're talking chic and stylish.
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Whatever you use your gazebo for, it’s the perfect excuse to spend a bit more time outdoors. It’s up to you if you furnish it with a lovely garden table or if you use it as space to escape the rain.
To ensure you spend as much time as possible outside, we’ve pulled together a list of the best garden gazebos to impress your guests. Meaning you’re just a click away from those wonderful late evenings in the garden.
The best garden gazebos 2022
Best garden gazebo with curtains
Steal away some intimate moments with this luxury canopy gazebo. It has a woven look that most certainly gives off that holiday feeling. From your back garden, you can escape day-to-day life. The design incorporates built-in anti pooling drainage.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Size | The footprint measures to 3.6m x 3.1m, the overall height 2.77m and width between posts are 1.8m |
| Material | The canopy is made from quality PA coated, water-resistant polyester fabric |
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| • Effortless to put up | • Not suitable for wind speeds exceeding 25mph |
| • Good value for money | • Reports of some rain getting through, a waterproof spray coating will fix this R |
| • Will add some glamour to your outdoor space |
Review: "It's a touch of glamour in my garden. It did take two people to set it up, and luckily one knew how to extend the legs as instructions were not that clear. I love it - delivery was just two days... All I need now is the sun."
Best garden gazebo with nets and canopy
Choose this stylish metal gazebo to freshen up your outdoor space this summer. Not only do its cream canopy and sides look amazing, but they also protect you from the rays on the hottest days, as well as allow a cool breeze to pass through. With attachable mosquito curtains for keeping out unwanted insects, this gazebo is perfect for summer evenings and dining al fresco. This Gazebo can be assembled in fifteen-thirty minutes with ease. Two persons to assemble is recommended.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Size | 250 x 250 x 250 cm |
| Material | Powder-coated tubular steel |
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| • Easy to store | • Not the sturdiest option on this list |
| • Beautiful net curtain detail | |
| • Good for shade |
Review: "This gazebo was super easy to put up, it is sturdy with a very neat fitting waterproof cover and insect mesh in the top vent. The insect netting sides zip together to provide very good midge protection. It has been perfect for lock-down, socially distanced outside meetings and BBQs. We love it and are very impressed with the build quality for the price. Highly recommended!"
Best cheap garden gazebo
AmazonThis gazebo isn't going to win any design awards, but for under £30, you get some shade and a place to escape drizzly weather. For a budget buy, this gets the thumbs up - it's exactly what you need as a bit of extra protection, especially now you're allowed to have another household in the garden. However, it is not the strongest frame on this list.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Size | 240 x 240 x 235 cm |
| Material | Plastic, metal and fabric |
| Includes tie ropes to secure the structure |
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| • Affordable | • Needs to be weighted down to prevent damage in the wind |
| • Portable and can be taken camping |
Review: "I was pleasantly surprised when I received this. I put it up by myself, except for the pegs in the ground. I read reviews on many gazebo products on Amazon and settled on this one after much consideration. To be perfectly honest, I wasn't expecting much as people had described it as 'flimsy', but I have had it up now for over a week, and it's standing tall even through the rain. It is very large and is great for protecting against the sun and even the rain."
Best garden gazebo with side panels
Argoswww.argos.co.uk
Are you looking for a space that will protect you whatever the weather? Well, a gazebo with side panels is good to use, come rain or shine. Plus, leaving the sides open will keep the insects out, so you don't have to reach for the bug repellent.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Size | 260 x 400 x 400cm |
| Material | Made from metal and steel |
| Includes guy ropes, pegs, storage bag, side panels, plastic connectors |
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| • Amazing value for money | • Not the sturdiest option on this list |
| • Set up in 15 minutes | |
| • Roomy |
Review: "Bought for a garden party, easily fit in eight-seater table and chairs. Sunday lunch in the garden with all the family, perfect." What more could you want?
Best statement garden gazebo
Not On The High Streetwww.notonthehighstreet.com
Anyone doing up their garden should seriously consider a statement piece, and this geodesic outdoor garden pod from Not On The High Street certainly has that wow factor. It's the perfect place to put a hot tub or beautiful garden furniture.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Size | 320 x 235cm |
| Material | Hazel wood |
| There's a five-year guarantee on all parts |
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| • Aesthetic is on point | • Doesn't provide the protection from wet weather |
| • Choose three or five shade sails | |
| • Shade sails available in light blue or light grey |
Best unusual garden gazebo
www.johnlewis.com
Forgo the traditional square shape of a gazebo for this unusual triangle sail awning that you can put up in your garden to create a shaded area. A cross between a gazebo and a large parasol you can create a stunning area by hanging lightbulbs from each side of the awning and set up your outdoor furniture underneath.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Size | H287 x W350cm |
| Material | Powder coated steel frame & polyester canopy |
| Self-assembly required |
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| • Unique feature | • Only available in beige |
| • Sturdy and windproof | |
| • Easy to assemble |
Review: "This is a beautiful bit of kit, that also does its job perfectly. No more faffing about moving umbrellas. We watched it nervously on a couple of v windy days, but it was absolutely fine- just gently swayed. In our case took about an hour to put up- but most of that was thinking about how to do it and what way round. All the parts supplied are of excellent quality."
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