Parasols Direct · Wooden garden parasols · Over 10 Years of Craft & Shade
Wooden garden parasols, beautifully made.
Sustainable timber frames. Tried and tested for 10+ years. Proper shade for outdoor dining, lounging, and making gardens more accessible, whatever the weather.
Cream
Outdoor dining shade
Navy
Tailored, timeless canvas
Green
Garden retreat shade
Supplying garden furniture for Over 10 years
Tried, tested, refined through real gardens.
Timber frames
Warm, stable, and naturally premium.
Sustainability
Renewable material, long-life mindset.
Parasols Direct · Timber specialists
Premium garden parasols, made to last.
Shade that looks intentional, not improvised. Our wooden garden parasols use timber frames for warmth, stability and that “this belongs here” finish. Over 10 years in the game, refined through real gardens, real weather, and real customers.
Whether you’re building an outdoor dining space or creating a quiet corner for morning coffee, we’ll help you choose the right shape, size and setup so your parasol sits beautifully and performs properly.
Shop by shape, shop by size
Choosing the right wooden garden parasol is mostly about proportion. Match canopy shape to how you use the space (dining vs lounging), then pick a size that gives generous shade without swallowing the patio. These are our core shapes in timber, tried-and-tested for real UK gardens.
Rectangular · 2m × 1.5m
The “best parasol for outdoor dining” when space is tight. Ideal for compact table sets, balconies and neat patios.
Round · 3m
Big, generous shade for family seating zones. A classic 3m wooden parasol that feels effortless on a larger patio.
Square · 1.8m
Clean lines, tidy footprint. Perfect for bistro sets and modern gardens where you want shade without clutter.
Rectangular · 3m × 2m
The long-table hero. A rectangular garden parasol made for outdoor feasts, hosting, and those “one-more-plate” evenings.
Round · 2m
A smart, compact round canopy for café tables and small patios. Shade where you need it, nothing wasted.
Round · 2.5m
A smart, compact round canopy for café tables and small patios. Shade where you need it, nothing wasted.
Sustainable by design
Timber parasols that make sustainability feel… effortless
Wood is one of the most naturally renewable materials available when it’s sourced responsibly. That matters, because the most eco-friendly purchase is rarely the one with the loudest badge. It’s the one that lasts.
A well-made wooden garden parasol can be maintained season after season. Timber can be cared for, refreshed, and kept looking beautiful. That long-life mindset reduces replacement cycles, cuts down unnecessary waste, and keeps outdoor living feeling considered rather than disposable.
We focus on sustainable choices that don’t compromise on style: premium timber frames, practical care advice, and a product range built around performance rather than trends. This is shade that earns its place in the garden.
Eco points that actually matter
- Renewable material: timber sourced for long-term forestry health.
- Longevity: designed for years of outdoor use, not one summer.
- Maintainable: timber can be cared for and refreshed over time.
- Less waste: fewer replacements, fewer landfill-bound “quick fixes”.
Our buyer’s guide for wooden garden parasols
If you want it to look good and behave itself, these are the things that matter. Not the gimmicks. Just premium timber garden parasols designed for British gardens. Sustainable hardwood frames, durable canopies, and engineering refined over more than a decade. . The fundamentals.
1) Size it for people, not plates
A wooden garden parasol should comfortably shade shoulders and seating space. Measure the table, then add a margin so everyone stays covered when the sun shifts.
2) Stability is the luxury feature
A premium parasol feels calm. That’s base weight, correct setup, and a frame with real substance. If you’re unsure, ask us and we’ll guide you.
3) Choose timber for long life
Timber frames are naturally maintainable and beautifully timeless. Clean, dry, store sensibly. Small habits, big lifespan.
Specialists in Wooden Garden Parasols
For over 10 years we’ve focused on one thing: beautifully engineered wooden garden parasols. No shortcuts. No plastic frames pretending to be timber. Just solid hardwood construction, balanced mechanisms, and long-lasting outdoor fabrics designed for real use.
Why Choose a Wooden Garden Parasol?
A wooden garden parasol is not just shade. It is structural balance, material integrity and visual warmth. Timber frames naturally complement decking, stone patios and garden furniture in a way aluminium simply cannot.
Our hardwood parasols are crafted using responsibly sourced timber from managed plantations. Wood is one of the most renewable building materials available. When forests are managed properly, trees are replanted, biodiversity is protected and carbon remains stored within the material itself.
Choosing a timber garden parasol means choosing longevity. Properly cared for hardwood can last for many years outdoors. That durability reduces waste, reduces replacement cycles and supports a more sustainable way of living.
Sustainable Timber. Responsible Practice.
Every wooden parasol frame we supply is manufactured from managed plantation timber. These plantations are carefully regulated to ensure long-term forestry health. Trees are replanted. Growth cycles are monitored. Habitat impact is controlled.
Unlike disposable metal parasols, hardwood can be maintained, refinished and extended in life. That means fewer replacements and less waste entering landfill.
Our packaging is continually reviewed to reduce plastic usage, increase recyclability and improve efficiency. We believe premium outdoor living and environmental responsibility should sit side by side.
Tried, Tested & Refined for Over a Decade
We’ve been supplying wooden garden parasols in the UK for more than 10 years. Our designs have evolved through real-world feedback, British weather, and customer experience. Every model we stock has been tested for balance, mechanism smoothness and structural stability.