If you're planning a picnic, don't leave home without...
- Umbrellas/sun shades
- Plates, cutlery and lots of glasses
- Can and bottle openers
- Lots of seasonings, fresh herbs and ice
- Plenty of rugs and cushions
- Sun cream
- Tissues/kitchen roll
- Rubbish bags
- Hats for everyone
- A Frisbee or beach ball for those with energy
And for those who have everything, why not get hold of one of the bespoke wine holders currently being sold at Harrods. Deisgned to stick into any soft ground, the holder keeps the wine out of the way of any stray dogs or children who may have tendencies to knock bottles over.
Bespoke winer holder, available at Harrods
Made of olive tree wood, and finished to the highest standard, the holder is made by Chateau Lagrazette, winemakers well known for producing rich Malbec wines from the Cahors region in France.
To find out more, visit the Chateau Lagrazette website or visit www.harrods.com .
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Read more on where to picnic in the UK.
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