With spring just around the corner along with easing lockdown restrictions, soon we'll be able to socialise outdoors with a few friends or family members. Shoppers are looking to the future and all ...

Summer picnics are one of life's simple pleasures, and what better way to enjoy them than with a heritage-style picnic basket? The best picnic baskets bring about a wonderful sense of nostalgia, as ...

A peek at the unsolicited, unconventional items that cross our desks. For the past month I've had this cylindrical wicker picnic basket sitting in my office--a gift from the good people of the Lillet ...

We think of the picnic as an all-American concept, but it actually dates back to medieval Europe. One of the earliest references to picnics involves Robin Hood and his Merry Men. They used to grab ...

Over the last few years, we’ve rediscovered our love of the picnic. Whenever the sun’s out, parks and beauty spots are filled with folks looking to enjoy the great outdoors – and have a few ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Calling all Londoners! Our long-awaited summer is here finally ...

Three key dates stand out in the history of GW Scott, purveyors of fine wickerwork. In 1661, they opened the doors of their first shop in London, selling high quality wicker baskets that found homes ...