places to buy garden antiques
August is the month to invest in decorative antiques for the garden
Lichen Garden Antiques Whether you’re looking for an attractively weathered garden bench, an ornamental urn or even a revolving summer house, Lichen Garden Antiques is bound to have something that fits the bill. And if you can’t find what you are looking for, they will try to source it for you. There are two showrooms, one for smaller pieces, the other for larger items. 01608 678890; lichengardenantiques.com
Garden & Wood
Daisy grubbers, dibbers and rakes galore. Garden & Wood is the place to go for beautifully restored and reconditioned antique and vintage garden tools. Stock also includes garden furniture and a wonderful selection of garden ephemera, such as vintage and antique seed packets, garden advertising and also botanical labels. 01844 279170; gardenandwood.co.uk
Gardenalia
This treasure trove of vintage, antique and contemporary garden ornaments, pots, planters and tools is a reliable source of small decorative items for the garden. There is usually a good selection of seasonal plants. 01225 329949; gardenalia.co.uk
The Vintage Garden Company Attractive dolly tubs and metal plant supports sit alongside stone urns, bird baths, sundials and a wide range of statuary in the pretty courtyard shop. There is also a good range of simple garden furniture.
07828 814522; vintagegardenco.com
Thompson’s Garden Emporium If it’s a classic cast-iron garden bench that you’re after, look no further. This Durham-based company restores and repairs traditional Victorian benches including highly sought- after designs from Coalbrookdale. Stock also includes statuary, urns, vases and ornamental planters.
07747 597344; thompsonsgardenemporium.co.uk
Rutland Garden Classics
A wide range of garden furniture and statuary including water features and planters. The miscellaneous section on the website is filled with a fascinating selection of things you never knew you needed, from antique well heads to old telephone boxes. 01572 720070; rutlandgardenclassics.co.uk