This Argos foldable garden bar is a must-have for summer

If like so many other Brits, garden parties and barbecues are becoming a fundamental part of your 2020 schedule, we reckon you need this in your life.

With the coronavirus pandemic meaning that social distancing and spending time outside is a key part of keeping safe post-lockdown, it's likely that those who love to host are busy planning plenty of summer garden soirees.

And if an outdoor get together in the sun isn't made perfect without a boozy tipple, the Argos foldable bar and stool set is a must-have addition to the garden.

The £220 set from the retail giant is made of solid wood and folds out into a bar space perfect for outdoor socialising with a beverage in hand.

Home Solid Wood Space Saving Bar and Stools, £220, Argos (opens in new tab)

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The stylish offering is available just at the right time, with Argos reporting that they've seen a whopping 1,286 per cent increase in online searches for 'outdoor bars' compared to the same time last year.

Singing the handy outdoor furniture set's praises, the Argos team say, "Fancy a few drinks outside? No need to head out to the pub, instead just whip out the handy Argos Home space-saving bar and enjoy some beverages in your very own backyard! Made from FSC wood, the set includes the bar and two tall stools for perching.

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"The best thing about this bar set, is that it folds up, so it can be easily stored away when you're done for the day. The bar makes entertaining outdoors a breeze, as it saves all those trips to the kitchen!"

Meanwhile, it's received loads of rave reviews from shoppers who have tried and tested it already, with many loving its easy-to-take-anywhere nature.

'It is brilliant. It looks good and very sturdy. All our friends thought it was fab. So easy to assemble and looks great. It is portable so my daughter borrowed it for her garden party too,' one customer penned.

Meanwhile, others have shared how much they love the bar's ability to store all their spirits and glassware perfectly.

'Love the bar, shelves inside are perfect for glasses,' said one.

'What a find. This looks fabulous in our garden. Bringing the pub bar home for the family to gather round - we even bought a bar bell! We decorated it with twinkly lights and pineapple drinkware, cocktail umbrellas, you could almost be sat at the beach bar! Great value for money. Really, really pleased with it,' wrote another satisfied Argos customer.