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In these uncertain times I want to reassure you that we are still OPEN for business as usual and will continue to offer free delivery on all of our products to the UK Mainland*. We have over 1,200 units in stock ready for immediate delivery.<\/p>\n

As a small family run business of over 30 years we are able to be agile in that we can adhere to the government\u2019s social distancing rule and work remotely whilst continuing to deliver products with our delivery partners across the country.<\/p>\n

We supply several NHS Trusts across the country with outdoor seating to allow patients and NHS staff to have a much needed break from their hectic life inside their respective Hospitals.
\nWith the possibility of being at home for the foreseeable future (and the weather doing its best) many people\u2019s attention is turning to their gardens for solace and to aid their wellbeing and mental health.<\/p>\n

Whereas we endeavour to still deliver next day if ordered before 14:00 we ask that our customers are a little patient in terms of delivery. Please allow 48 hours before contacting us (tracking will be sent via e-mail) regarding a failed delivery.<\/p>\n

Please stay safe and look after loved ones
\nEdward Sloane
\n(MD)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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