How to Host the Ultimate Summer Party!

There is nothing better than an English summer (with good weather of course!) and now that August is upon us, it is the perfect season for a summer party. Whether you are having six or sixty people over for summer drinks in the garden, here are 7 top tips for enjoying drinks with friends and family!

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Keep those drinks cool with a champagne bath! No one likes a warm drink and especially with these heatwaves we are having it is now more important than ever to keep those bottles chilled. Why not use our striking Lobster Punch Bowl to either chill bottles of wine or beer or alternatively use to serve up a delicious summer punch!

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Set the mood with some ambient lighting. Create a lit pathway from garden to home using our Mini Square Tea Light Lanterns and Mini Lantern Stakes to accomplish that party atmosphere. Handy for guiding those who have had a few too many by the end of the night away from your flowerbeds!

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Let the music set the tone. A good playlist is essential for creating that summer party atmosphere for you and your guests.

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Serve your nibbles and sharing dishes in style. Why not offer a variety of chips and dips on our beautiful Oyster Shell Dish. Similarly, let guests snack on appetizers from the Small Crab Nibbles Bowl. For a light bite offer out some olives with our Artisan Set of Six Olive Picks and Holder Set.

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Perhaps serve a cheese board as the evening draws on with our Set of Three Beehive Cheese Knives, and for that extra detail mark each different cheese type on the board with our Set of Four Bee Cheese Markers- Cheddar/ Blue/ Soft/ Hard.

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A drinks station is a must. Arguably the most important part of a party, guests need to know where the drinks are! Drinks trolleys are perfect for displaying drinks aesthetically and obviously. Why not create a cocktail bar or a gin and tonic station where guests can create their own drinks so that you don't have to run around all night topping people up! Our Mayfair Three Tier Drinks Trolley- Silver with its three levels is practical and stylish. For something slightly smaller our Kensington Two Tier Drinks Trolley- Antique Gold Finish is perfect for a more intimate summer gathering.

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Trendy barware accessories are the icing on the cake. Whether you have a holiday home on the coast or you are hosting a summer party in a country escape, we have you covered. From Seahorse Bottle openers, to Cartridge Bottle Stops, your bar accessories will complete your unique party vibe.