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They’re great for small spaces.

Not everyone has room for a huge eight-seater garden furniture set, so if your home's only outdoor space is a narrow balcony or petite patio, a folding garden table might be a better bet. A collapsible table will provide a spot for you to enjoy your morning coffee or alfresco lunch with the option to tuck it away, should you need to, once you're done.

But gardens of all sizes can benefit from these compact and lightweight bits of furniture. They're easier to move around than their more sturdy counterparts and tend to be cheaper, too. That means they make handy additional surfaces to complement your existing set-up. Bring them out when you need an extra side for guests' drinks, then pop it back in the shed when it's no longer needed. This goes during the winter too – folding tables can be easily stashed away, protecting your purchase from rain damage until the following year.

We’ve found plenty of collapsible designs to choose from, including larger options to seat the whole family and mini side tables to boost your outside dining or garden bar area. Scroll down to see House Beautiful’s edit of the best folding garden tables for summer 2022.

For just £30, this folding bistro table is a complete steal. Its removable table top can be used as a serving tray during parties and it comes in six stylish colours. It’s also suitable for indoor use, so you can use it as a side table in your living room once you’ve headed inside.

Size: H52 x D46cm Material: Steel

If you're looking for something simple, this traditional wooden table is ideal. There are plenty more pieces in the range to complete your scheme; the matching decking chair will give you somewhere to doze on lazy afternoons and these folding stools will provide additional seating for guests.

Size: H41 x W43.5 x D49cm Material: Beech wood

From the House Beautiful Marketplace, this round wooden table is simple yet smart. Made from eco-friendly eucalyptus wood, its neutral finish will suit most outdoor schemes.

Size: H75 x W80 x L80cm Material: Eucalyptus wood

This folding table seats four, so it’s a good choice for families – and there are matching bistro chairs as well. It also comes in white, dark grey or beige.

Size: H71 x D90cm Material: Steel

This ornate table has a really romantic vibe; it feels straight out of a Parisian café. We love the intricate detail and clean white finish – it’s a lovely fresh look for summer.

Size: H67 x W61 x D46cm Material: Metal

This vibrant side table will help liven up any patio or balcony. It’s only small, so use it to house decorative bits like a couple of plant pots or outdoor candles, or as an extra surface for when you need more space for drinks. Size: H45 x W40 x L40cm Material: Steel

With a stylish monochrome table top, this bijou table feels relaxed and modern. A turquoise version is also available. Right now, it’s on sale with a 15 per cent discount, bringing it to a purse-friendly £30.

Size: H48 x W46 x L46cm Material: Steel

This beautiful mosaic table makes a chic, space-saving option for balconies. Just secure it over the railings and fold it away when Sunday brunch is over. Choose from four pretty patterns to suit your space.

Size: H64 x W56 x L76cm Material: Metal

Here’s another nifty folding balcony table, but in a sleek black finish. It also currently on sale, to £51.99 from £80. Size: H84 x W63 x L60cm Material: Rust-resistant metal

For anyone who loves to host, this spacious table seats six to eight, so it’s a good one for all your outdoor dinner parties. It has a parasol slot, so you won’t risk sunstroke if sitting outside during the hottest parts of the day.

Size: H74 x W85 x L160cm Material: Wood

This super practical rectangular folding table is the pop of colour your garden needs, thanks to the coloured lacquered metal in terracotta (it’s also available in a green eucalyptus or prussian blue colourway). This lightweight table is great for maximising space when needed and is easy to carry and store.

Size: H70 x W120 x D70cm Material: Metal

This folding table and stool combo is perfect if you need seating for your camping trip – or you could pop it in your car for picnics in the park.

Size: H65 x W65 x L85cm Material: Steel