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 well as being ultra-practical.
They're often packed with handy utensils for eating, like plates, cutlery and (most importantly) wine glasses, while some also come with added extras like picnic blankets.
Some picnic baskets will also come with insulated cooler compartments, while others may have separate cool bags included.
After a year of lockdown, meeting friends and family outdoors and enjoying laughs and a tippled over a beautiful spread is surely something to celebrate.
We've rounded up the best picnic baskets below so you can really make the most of those special moments. Bon appetit!
Best picnic baskets and hampers 2021
1. Willow Picnic Basket Set for 2 Persons
This suitcase-style picnic basket is handcrafted with natural steamed willow for a lovely heritage finish.
It comes packed with everything two people need to dine al fresco, including a knife, fork and spoon set, plates, two wine glasses, napkins and even salt and pepper shakers and a corkscrew.
There's a cooling compartment to keep your drinks and snacks chilled. Everything you need for your next outdoor dinner adventure.
2. Fineway 4 Person Traditional Picnic Wicker Hamper Willow Basket With Cooler Bag
This grey hand woven picnic basket is super-chic as well as being ultra-handy.
Gather your friends or family and set off to the park, beach or countryside with this four-person picnic basket that has everything covered, from cutlery and salt and pepper shakers to napkins and a picnic blanket.
There's also a stylish cooler bag included, which matches the print on the inside of the basket and the napkins.
3. Picnic Basket for 2 with Waterproof Blanket
There's something oh-so-chic about blue and white stripes, and this contemporary picnic basket is certainly a stylish investment.
It comes fully equipped with cutlery for two, as well as wine glasses, napkins, a corkscrew and even a waterproof picnic blanket. Nautical and nice.
4. John Lewis & Partners Striped Filled Willow Wicker Picnic Hamper, 4 Person
Messy eater? You don't have to be a domestic goddess with this picnic basket as it comes with a wipe-clean interior, which is also printed with pretty stripes.
It comes with a stainless steel cutlery set for four, along with wine glasses and ceramic plates.
Time to book that camping trip, hiking weekend, day at the beach or picnic in the park.
Buy from John Lewis (£50)
5. HappyPicnic Wicker Picnic Basket Set for 4 Persons
Ideal for a small family, two couples or a group of friends, this four-person picnic basket opens up to reveal a stylish striped interior.
There's a tableware service set for four, wine glasses and cotton napkins for a decadent outdoor feast.
There's also a waterproof picnic blanket included for a comfy spot to perch on, and a handy cooling compartment integrated into the interior.
6. Les Jardins de la Comtesse Solo Natural Wicker Picnic Basket
If you enjoy plenty of solo walks or are looking for some quality me-time outdoors, this stylish picnic basket for one is perfect.
It comes with a pretty printed eco-friendly bamboo fibre plate, a steel cutlery set, corkscrew and wine glass. And it's also available in red gingham too. Cheers to that.
Buy from Selfridges ( £60 )
7. VonShef Picnic Basket 4 Person
We love the two-tone style of this plush picnic basket, ideal for all your alfresco dining options this summer and beyond.
The timeless design boasts a chic herringbone patterned interior and comes complete with all your dining essentials for four people, including cutlery, ceramic plates, wine glass, bottle opener, and salt and pepper shakers. Who's bringing the bubbles?
