The accessories you need to ensure the perfect picnic

When bad weather continues, enjoy dining in the brightest room in the house, or sun room if you have one.

Keep the eco warriors happy too with a shot of summer colour from recycled placemats and tumblers handmade from chunky glass (from €4 to €20 at www.iapetus.co.uk)

What could be nicer than a picnic under a leafy tree. Bring along a blanket and cushions to make the moment extra comfortable (Butterfly range by Matthew Williamson, cushions €35-€41, hamper €41, tablewares from €6, blanket €171 from Debenhams)