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What can be better than spending an afternoon in the garden surrounded by friends cooking with man’s oldest friend, fire? Investing in a good BBQ can take some of the pressure off and decorating the garden is a great way to make your day into the most memorable event of the summer (and, for once, not because of the unexpected downpour).

Reaching for her cheery yellow rain mac, she steps outside into the afternoon drizzle. Armed with a trusty pair of wellies and sturdy umbrella, it’s time to seize the day. The weather may be dreary, but with our edit of British summer essentials you don’t have to stay indoors.

Steam things up in your very own hot tub by the light of a few scented candles. Soaking up the evening with a glass of bubbles in hand, why go to a spa when you can relax in style in your own backyard? Spend the summer outdoors – spa treatments are the new sports.

Cuba’s 1950s cars are iconic, harking back to a time when driving was as much about the style as the speed. So start a driving revolution and invest in soft-top Chevrolets. Cool accessories and vintage parts will really put the class in this classic.

Save power, money and the planet with our collection of sustainable electronics. Solar powered tech never looked this sleek – so from power-saving torches to rechargeable radios, go battery free. Sometimes, it’s easy being green.

Ice blue waves crash about you. Your adrenaline rushes like never before. Your passion for water sports will never cease. Whether kayaking or kitesurfing you know your place is on the waves rather than land. Dive deeper into your passion with water sport essentials.

Whatever the weather has planned this summer, make sure you’re keeping things tropical. Decorate your house with bright flamingo prints, raffia chairs and pineapple pottery. Bring a bit of the holidays home – exotic wins out over ordinary any day

Their giggles echo through the French doors, as you get ready for a family garden day. Outdoor toys and inflatables are strewn across the lawn as you emerge with a jug of homemade lemonade. Don’t forget to stock up on durable wooden toys for maximum al fresco fun.

Bright colours. Bold graphics. You hear the familiar tunes as they fly through the levels. Giggling with delight as they tap away at the latest games on their pocket laptop. When electronics are this much fun, you’ll have a tech wizard on your hands in no time at all.