Pick one and park up for a picnic on one of these fabulous finds
On the hunt for the best picnic rugs for a season of alfresco dining? From beautiful wool roll-up blankets to waterproof (and child-proof) wipe-down designs, shop our edit below. Prevent soggy bottoms and unwanted grass stains and invest in a stylish picnic rug, pronto.
10 Best Picnic Rugs 2021
Anorak Waddling Ducks Picnic Blanket, £39
We can’t think of a better way to celebrate the arrival of spring and lockdown coming to an end than with a joy-sparking picnic rug. This one is waterproof backed, light weight and machine washable for muddy excursions in the countryside.
Fortnum and Mason Tweedmill, Polo Picnic Rug, Light Blue, £110
Could there be any other way to do an all-stops-out picnic than with a Tweedmill rug in Fortnum & Mason blue? Woven from pure sheeps wool with carry straps made from bridle leather, this truly is the gold standard of picnic rugs.
Sophie Allport Bees Knitted Picnic Blanket, £39
Bee-autiful: this lemon-coloured picnic blanket is perfect for family days out and lying on the beach with a book. Plus, you can get a matching picnic bag.
The British Blanket Company Silver Grey And Red Waterproof Blanket, £100
For urbanites who enjoy a stint in the countryside, this blanket is both practical and pretty. Made from pure wool in smart soft grey and red herringbone it’s waterproof, and therefore ideal in the event of an impromptu English shower. Just add friends, and petit-fours.
Heating & Plumbing at Wolf & Badger Pure New Wool Waterproof Picnic Blanket, £125
The stylish rainbow blanket calls for sunny park afternoons with friends and plenty of bubbly. Made in the UK from pure new wool, it’s secured with a citrine-yellow leather strap and has a clever waterproof backing – because nothing ruins a picnic like a soggy bottom.
Tweedmill Picnic Polo Rug in Cottage Grey, £94.95
Crafted from high quality pure new wool, this classic picnic rug from the Welsh heritage brand is just the thing for a picture-perfect family picnic out in the country.
Fortnum & Mason Picnic Rug, Eau de Nil & Navy Blue, £70
This classy little number is the perfect partner for a classic Fortnum’s champagne hamper for two.
Pendleton Twin Camp Blanket with Carrier, £200
This handy roll-up blanket should be with you throughout the summer season. Impromptu picnics are the best kind, no?
Darby Richmond King Picnic Blanket, £110
Made from pure new wool, this extra large picnic blanket is backed with waterproof fabric and secured using fine bridle leather carrying straps.
Pure New Wool Picnic Rug by LaLa & Bea, £88
Hand-woven in Wales from 100% Pure New Wool with webbing handles and a waterproof backing. Available in playful rainbow or grey and yellow colourways.
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