SONGMICS Garden Furniture
A practical dining set (patio / garden dining set, rattan / wicker, glass top) for gathering round the table.
The Best 8-Seater Garden Dining Sets (UK 2026)
An 8-seater garden dining set is built for entertaining outdoors - room for the whole family and friends to eat al fresco on the patio or lawn. Here's what to look for and our top large garden dining set picks.
Quick answer
For eight outdoors, a large rattan or metal dining set (from tectake, Outsunny and similar) with a big table and eight cushioned seats suits patios and gardens with the space. Look for a rust-resistant aluminium or treated-steel frame, weatherproof poly-rattan, comfortable quick-drying cushions, and often a parasol hole for shade. Make sure you have the patio space to seat eight and move around.
What to look for
Size and space come first - measure your patio and allow room to walk around a large table with eight chairs. Weatherproofing is key for a set this size: poly-rattan or powder-coated metal over a rust-resistant frame. Comfortable, quick-drying cushions matter for long garden meals, and a parasol hole adds welcome shade. Consider a set with a cover included, and how you'll store or protect it over winter.
How we pick
We rate large garden sets on seating for eight, weatherproofing, comfort, build and value. Every pick genuinely seats around eight people outdoors.
Our top picks
#1
#2 
Outsunny 8 Seater Rattan Cube
A practical dining set (patio / garden dining set, 8-seater, rattan / wicker, glass top) for gathering round the table.
#3 
Tectake Polyrattan Garden Furniture
A practical dining set (patio / garden dining set, 8-seater, rattan / wicker) for gathering round the table.
#4 
Panana 8 Seater Rattan Garden
A practical dining set (corner dining set (outdoor), 8-seater, rattan / wicker) for gathering round the table.
#5 
Tectake 8-Seater Rattan
A practical dining set (patio / garden dining set, rattan / wicker, metal frame) for gathering round the table.
#6 
Outsunny 8 Piece Parasol
A practical dining set (patio / garden dining set, 8-piece set, glass top) for gathering round the table.
Frequently asked questions
How much space do I need for an 8-seater garden set?
A large 8-seater set needs a good-sized patio or paved area - typically at least 3.5 to 4m across to fit the table and eight chairs with room to pull them out and walk around. Measure your space before buying, including clearance behind the chairs. If space is tighter, a corner set or benches can seat more people in a smaller footprint.
Are big rattan garden sets hard to store over winter?
A large set is more to move and store, so plan ahead. If you can't bring the whole set indoors, use a breathable waterproof cover and, ideally, store the cushions somewhere dry, as they hold damp. Some sets have a tuck-away design (stools or benches that slide under the table) to reduce the footprint. A little winter care keeps a big set lasting for years.
Bottom line
Our top pick is the SONGMICS Garden Furniture (our score 9.0/10) - A practical dining set (patio / garden dining set, rattan / wicker, glass top) for gathering round the table..