Outdoor essentials for the season …
The reality of holidaying in Ireland is that the weather will be unpredictable. Whether you’re a chronic over-packer, throwing everything but the kitchen sink in the back of your car, or a bare-necessity type, we’ve found some lovely lifestyle bits to brighten up your holiday.
BEACH CARTS
Love a day at the beach? A cart is ideal for lugging everything with you; towels, chairs, umbrella, cooler – even small kids. The best are spacious, and easy to manoeuvre on sand and grass. All Road Trolley Transport Cart, €135, at Decathlon.
SERVING BOWLS
Acquerello Homeware’s founder Annie Dunne created the Cyclades collection of ceramic serveware with memories of gatherings on the Greek islands in mind. Blue serving bowl, €60; www.acquerellohome.com.
BASKETS WITH BENEFITS
Forage wild flowers, store fruit and vegetables, or carry cutlery and napkins to the garden table in style with functional old-school trugs and gathering baskets. Honeypot Willow Basket, Saille Baskets, €128; www.irishdesignshop.com.
PICNIC BLANKETS
Take your pick of woollen picnic blankets for damp park grass and sandy beaches. John Hanly’s XL Irish wool picnic blankets (perfect if you want to stretch out after lunch!) are a must for traditionalists, and will last for years.
