From solo sips of coffee in the early morning sunshine, to al fresco lunches and dinners with family and friends, summer is the season to get the absolute most out of your garden.
Therefore, having some kind of proper seating set-up is really important — regardless of whether you’re working with a small balcony or a spacious patio.
Garden furniture often comes with quite a hefty price tag. But while a plush daybed or a chic rattan sofa set would be lovely, it’s definitely still possible to create an effective outdoor seating space with more affordable garden chairs and loungers. Plus, with the weather so unpredictable in the UK, there’s something to be said for ditching the luxury sites with long lead times in favour of those that offer click-and-collect or next-day delivery garden furniture.
Whether you’re hosting a last-minute family barbecue, or you’re simply looking for somewhere comfy to sit and soak up the sunshine, there’s no need to blow your summer budget on outdoor seating.
All under £100, these cheap garden chairs are our top picks for 2024.
Best cheap garden chairs UK at a glance:
- Best basic foldable bistro chair: TÄRNÖ Chair - £15, IKEA
- Best comfy hanging chair: Striped Hanging Swing Chair - £29.99, VonHaus
- Best classic wooden deck chair: Habitat Folding Wooden Garden Deck Chair - £22, Habitat
- Best stackable woven dining chair: HALDBJERG Stacking Chair - £22.50, JYSK
- Best patio rocking chair: Outsunny Folding Rocking Chair - £48.99, Robert Dyas
- Best contemporary outdoor armchair: SKARPÖ Armchair - £45, IKEA
- Best padded and adjustable lounger: Padded Foldable Striped Lounger - £31.50, Dunelm
- Best on-trend Adirondack chair: Adirondack Chair - £99.99, VonHaus
IKEA TÄRNÖ Chair
Best: basic foldable bistro chair
Simple yet effective, you can’t go wrong with this IKEA TÄRNÖ basic bistro chair. With its solid acacia wood seat and powder-coated steel frame, this chair has been crafted from quality materials. Even so, it still boasts an incredibly low price.
It can be folded up and stored away when not in use, and its slimline design means it’s a fantastic option for enjoying al fresco breakfasts on a balcony or small patio this summer — without any danger of overcrowding.
Buy now £15.00, IKEA
VonHaus Striped Hanging Swing Chair
Best: comfy hanging chair
Essentially a hammock and outdoor armchair hybrid, this hanging seat serves up the same comfortability and laid-back aesthetic of a trendy egg chair at a far more affordable alternative. Instead of a bulky steel frame and a rattan shell, the VonHaus Striped Hanging Swing Chair comes with stainless steel hardware options for both wood and cement installation, and the seat itself is constructed from a sturdy yet soft polycotton fabric — that’s also really breathable. Complete with two plush padded cushions, it makes a lovely little nest for napping when suspended from a tree or sturdy structure.
Buy now £29.99, VonHaus
Habitat Folding Wooden Garden Deck Chair
Best: classic wooden deck chair
Affordable and portable, deck chairs are great for picnics and beach days and they’ll never look out of place in a garden when used as additional seating during the summer months. Boasting a chic chequered seat in a weatherproof fabric, and a moisture-resistant eucalyptus frame, this Habitat one comes with three reclining positions for maximum versatility. It’s spot on for sunbathing, socialising, and everything in between.
Buy now £22.00, Habitat
JYSK HALDBJERG Stacking Chair
Best: stackable woven dining chair
Although luxurious solid wood outdoor dining chairs are lovely to look at, they’re typically difficult to both manoeuvre and store due to their bulky shape and heavy weight. Made from a durable and easy-to-maintain polyrattan material, this lightweight and stackable HALDBJERG chair from JYSK is a much more affordable option.
Arriving fully assembled and complete with armrests, this dining chair is the perfect seat for enjoying a meal at your garden table. It’s surprisingly comfortable, but you could always add a high-back cushion for extra padding.
Buy now £22.50, JYSK
Outsunny Folding Rocking Chair
Best: patio rocking chair
Make your porch or patio the perfect spot for basking in the warm summer breeze by treating yourself to a rocking chair. This Outsunny one has a sturdy steel frame that can hold up to 120kg of weight. It is still lightweight and foldable for easy storage and transportation. The chair has been ergonomically designed to ensure maximum comfort and support, and has a texteline seat cover that allows the skin to breathe.
Complete with a detachable padded pillow, it’s guaranteed to quickly become your new favourite place to nap.
Buy now £48.99, Robert Dyas
IKEA SKARPÖ Armchair
Best: contemporary outdoor armchair
Lightweight, durable and really easy to clean, plastic outdoor furniture is well worth exploring if you’re on a rather tight budget. With its chunky silhouette and simple design, the IKEA SKARPÖ Armchair comes in three different colours — white, orange, and dark blue — and is guaranteed to look right at home in a contemporary outdoor seating area. Stackable, maintenance-free and fade-resistant, it’s perfect for long days and evenings outdoors.
Buy now £45.00, IKEA
Dunelm Padded Foldable Striped Lounger
Best: padded and adjustable lounger
A definite cut above your typical folding metal lounger, this Dunelm recliner has a considerably more luxurious look and feel — while still being far more affordable than a stylish slatted wooden one. With its plush and super comfortable cushion and six different adjustable reclining positions, it’ll make the perfect spot for soaking up the sunshine, or having an afternoon snooze.
Buy now £31.50, Dunelm
VonHaus Adirondack Chair
Best: on-trend Adirondack chair
Perfect for placing around a fire pit, Adirondack chairs give off a rustic and elegant vibe. Boasting wide and flat armrests, tall slatted backrests, and spacious sloped seats that have been made with sinking into and snoozing in mind, these chairs continue to rise in popularity each year.
Coming in at just under £100, this pretty VonHaus Adirondack chair has been crafted from durable Acacia hardwood and has a traditional feel thanks to its slatted design, classic silhouette and gentle oiled finish. It’s our top pick if you’re after a statement outdoor seat that’ll see you through many summers to come.
Buy now £99.99, VonHaus
