Aldi’s £45 garden parasol is a summer must-have – here’s how you can buy it

The budget supermarket has got you covered (literally) with this affordable shade-giver

With some parasols costing upwards of £200, snap up this bargain fast (iStock/The Independent)

While the weather may be unpredictable, British summertime is in full swing and with it, outdoor entertaining. As such, many of us are kitting out our gardens for gatherings and Aldi has been delivering the goods with its famous Specialbuys.

From a £40 portable patio heater to rattan tiki bars, coveted hanging egg chairs, fire pit barbecues and even hot tubs, there’s no better place to bag yourself a bargain.

The latest launch that has caught our eye is Aldi’s cream cantilever parasol that’s retailing at a very purse-friendly £45.

We all know how important it is to protect yourself from the sun and any harmful rays, whether it’s slapping on some SPF or simply investing in a summer hat. And now Aldi’s garden parasol has got you covered with up to UV50 sun protection, making it ideal for long summer days spent outside.

With some garden parasols costing upwards of £200, we predict this budget shade will sell out fast, so snap it up while you can.

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Here, we’ve detailed everything you need to know about the bargain buy as well as some tried and tested alternatives if you happen to miss out on the supermarket’s parasol.

You can trust our independent round-ups. We may earn commission from some of the retailers, but we never allow this to influence selections, which are formed from real-world testing and expert advice. This revenue helps to fund journalism across The Independent.

Aldi Gardenline cream cantilever parasol: £44.99, Aldi.co.uk

Aldi Gardenline cream cantilever parasol: £44.99, Aldi.co.uk (Aldi)

Enjoy some shade in your garden when the sun (finally) comes out and keep cool in the heat with Aldi’s Gardenline parasol.

Boasting a stylish cream colourway, the aluminium frame is powder coated to protect it from the elements.

It features six steel ribs for stability and a crank mechanism for easy opening and closing, and although we haven’t tried it ourselves, it looks pretty straightforward to assemble and position in your outdoor space.

Whether providing cover for little ones outside, shading a barbecue or alfresco dining, the piece will sit perfectly over your garden furniture.

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If you miss out on Aldi’s budget parasol, don’t fret, as we’ve reviewed some equally affordable alternatives.

Hayes Garden World 2.2m round aluminium crank deluxe parasol: £54.99, Hayesgardenworld.co.uk

Hayes Garden World 2.2m round aluminium crank deluxe parasol: £54.99, Hayesgardenworld.co.uk (Hayes Garden World)

Earning a spot in our round-up of the best garden parasols, this Hayes Garden World piece offers a “classic look”, according to our reviewer.

“This hexagonal shaped garden umbrella offers modern elegance, bringing hotel-style luxury to our patio spaces,” they said. Adding, “The parasol boasts a smooth crank action while its easy tilt is a nifty feature, allowing us to adjust the weatherproof canopy to suit our position in the sun.”

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Dakota Fields rosenda rectangular traditional parasol: £48.99, Wayfair.co.uk

Dakota Fields rosenda rectangular traditional parasol: £49.99, Wayfair.co.uk (Dakota Fields )

For a retro twist, plump for Wayfair’s Dakota Fields rosenda rectangular traditional parasol. “The polyester canopy, with its generous flounce, boasts water-repellent and UV-resistant properties,” said our reviewer, adding that “the elongated sun shade is held up with reliably strong powder-coated aluminium struts.”

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Voucher codes

For the latest discounts on garden furniture and other outdoor essentials, try the links below:

• Very discount codes
• Made discount codes
• Go Outdoors discount codes

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