Homes & Gardens

12 Of The Best Garden Tents & Gazebos

Canopies, marquees, cabanas and tents: there is no more romantic way to shelter from sun or rain in the garden this summer.

In this country, a tent is a highly sensible addition to the garden. Since summer weather can turn without warning, what better way to shelter while still enjoying the glory of the great outdoors? Similarly, when heat waves hit, they provide a welcome spot of cool. But practicality need never preclude prettiness, and never have tents, gazebos or cabanas looked dreamier. The perfect way to while away summer’s days, whether lolling in the shade with a good book or idly enjoying a garden picnic. These are our very favourites, from easy-to-pitch affairs to more permanent structures.

By Nancy Alsop
June 2023
Cast Iron Chimneas

Cast Iron Chimneas

Hexagonal Luxury Garden Gazebo, £480

Dunster House

Dunster House

Utopia Hexagonal Gazebo, £724

Etsy

Etsy

Bedouin Saffron Garden Tent, £7,566.84

Tuin

Tuin

Grande Open Gazebo, NOW £1,896.78

Etsy

Etsy

Bell Tent 5 Metre, £564

Business & Pleasure Co

Business & Pleasure Co

Premium Beach Tent - Vintage Blue Stripe, £307

Etsy

Etsy

Luxury Pavilion Tent, from £941.79

Bell Tent Boutique

Bell Tent Boutique

Fireproof Pro Canvas Bell Tent, £659.99

The Range

The Range

New Hampshire Gazebo, NOW £399.99

Raj Tent Club

Raj Tent Club

2.8m Pergola Tent, £1,800

Dancover

Dancover

Pop Up Gazebo Flextents Pro 4x4m, £682.80

Boutique Camping

Boutique Camping

Classic Bell Tent, £399

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