New research from Forest Garden, the UK’s largest manufacturer and distributor of wooden garden products, shows Pinterest searches for ‘garden party’ and ‘summer garden party’ have soared over the last month.*

The trend suggests homeowners are already planning how to make the most of their outside spaces, with gardens increasingly being used as social hubs for everything from relaxed family barbecues to drinks with friends and summer celebrations.

And as al fresco entertaining moves up the agenda, Forest Garden is helping homeowners get garden-party ready with a range of outdoor entertaining essentials, including garden bars, seating, tables and privacy screens designed to turn patios, lawns and terraces into stylish summer hosting spaces.

Jenny Davis, Head of Marketing at Forest Garden, said: “With warmer weather on the way and the upcoming World Cup giving people another reason to gather at home, garden parties are set to be a huge part of summer entertaining this year. More homeowners are looking at their gardens as proper social spaces, rather than somewhere that only gets used occasionally.”

According to the experts at Forest Garden, the key to creating the ultimate party garden is all about planning.

A garden bar instantly creates a focal point for drinks and hosting, while outdoor tables and seating help make the space feel relaxed and practical. Specially-designed curved seating around a firepit will keep the cold at bay as temperatures dip.

Privacy screens are another essential and are a simple way to make an outdoor space feel more intimate, especially in overlooked gardens. They can also help define zones, soften boundaries and create a more finished look.

Jenny added: “You do not need a huge garden to make this work, even a compact patio can become a brilliant entertaining area if the layout is planned properly.”

Forest Garden’s versatile range of wooden garden products, which are ideal for creating an entertaining outdoor space, are available now. Prices start at £104.49.

*Pinterest searches for the terms ‘Garden Party’ and ‘Summer Garden Party’ were up 30% and 40% respectively over the month (ending 01/05/2026) in Great Britain and Ireland.