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Evaluating 213 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Many customers frequently mention that the various garden furniture and products are exceptionally well-made, sturdy, and offer truly great value for money. People also love how straightforward it is to assemble their purchases, noting that shipments usually arrive quickly and feature very secure protective packaging. However, some customers also noted very frustrating issues concerning delayed shipping schedules, missing parts, or heavy products arriving damaged upon delivery. A few reviewers experienced unhelpful communication and poor support when attempting to resolve these specific transport problems with the customer service team.

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Quality

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I bought two beautiful blue directors chairs, very pleased with how they look. They arrived promptly and were easy to assemble. I would have given 5 stars except I find the chairs are a bit too high f... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Would have liked more information at the ordering stage. ie a statement saying "will contact you on the delivery date" because when i knew it was loaded on the van it was being delivered that d... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The service from Charles Bentley was great. The only problem was the delivery, came as single handed delivery and asked if someone could help him, really unprofessional as had to get my arthritic daug... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had been looking for sometime for the right bistro set. The Charles Bently 4 seater bistro set is perfect. It sits nicely under our newly built pergola. It arrived a few days after ordering, we... See more

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About Charles Bentley

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Welcome to Charles Bentley

We're a family run, 6th generation, global supplier of contemporary home, garden and leisure products. What we believe in is simple – there’s no place like home. It’s that feeling of belonging, the happiness that comes with spending time with your loved ones in the place that you love the most. That’s why we go above and beyond to help you discover the perfect products for your home. VISIT OUR WEBSITE CONTACT US DIRECTLY HERE

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do not buy from them

Poor quality control.
Garden bench arrived damaged.
They want me to pay postage for return.

2 July 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

I am sorry for any miscommunication on our part regarding the collection of this, of course we would not expect you to pay for the return of a damaged item and can only apologise that this was requested. I can see that a collection has now been arranged and a replacement is being sent out to you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great quality products bought two

Great quality products bought two. Look lovely in the garden. Good delivery service there was some damage to the boxes but this could have been the fault of the courier. Well packaged on inside so no damage. Well pleased.

18 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for your 5* review!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

We have spent nearly 2k on furniture…

We have spent nearly 2k on furniture that has still not arrived and with no plan to deliver. Nobody calls back and I have been calling on the hour every hour today after previous emails and calls were unsuccessful over the last few weeks.

You reply is totally untrue .I have instigated all correspondence and your replies have highlighted your own failings .After highlighting the wrong address details and me excepting this as a geniune mistake you again sent the products out to the same address after being told .When phoning the Customer care( who were very polite and professional) every hour for four hours we were then told it was escalated to the Management Team. I Then received an email stating the issues which were you failing to update the address .I was then offered a solution on where part of the order could be delivered and still had to wait for the other part.I wasn't offered any compensation even though the furniture was heavily reduced in a recent sale.On the back of this I decided to cancel the order and as of today you still haven't refunded the money .

1 July 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

We're sorry that you have been disappointed with your experience. However, we do feel the review does not fully reflect the circumstances of this order.
As discussed with you directly by both phone and email, the issue stemmed from an outdated delivery address held on your Tesco account. Once we became aware of the problem, we made every effort to resolve the matter, including arranging replacement shipments and attempting to resend the goods. Unfortunately, these delivery attempts were rejected and could not be completed.
Throughout the process, we remained in regular contact and worked to find a suitable resolution. While we appreciate your frustration, we believe the difficulties experienced were not due to a lack of action or support from our side.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Returns Policy

My review has been written to act as a warning for other customers (learn from my mistake if you like) I purchased a clock but when it came it was too big for the area I intended in for. I accept I should have measured more carefully but then when it came to returning it !
A cost of 20.00 to do so …
If I had known this I wouldn’t have bought a Charles Bentley item ! A expensive lesson for me

29 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the clock wasn't suitable for the space you had intended it for and that the return cost came as an unwelcome surprise.
We understand your frustration, particularly when the item itself was not faulty and you simply needed to return it due to sizing. Our returns policy, including any applicable return charges, is outlined on our website, but we appreciate that this may not always be noticed during the purchasing process.
Your comments are valuable, and we'll take your feedback on board as we continually review how we communicate our policies to customers. We regret that this experience has left you disappointed and appreciate you bringing it to our attention.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fabulous little shed

Fabulous little shed. Just the layout I was looking for. Easy to put together and it arrived double quick.

17 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for your 5* review!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely awful

Absolutely awful, and even worse customer service! Purchased a gas BBQ and within less than 6 months in was rotten. We even purchased the cover that goes with it and when not in use is stored in the garage and it’s completely rotten!

We had email correspondence, and where told it was fair wear and tear despite being 6month old I wouldn't have expected it to rust, especially at the cost. We tried contacting again on numerous occasions but are emails where ignored. Please think twice before purchasing .

27 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

We have reviewed the BBQ purchased from Debenhams .
The lifespan of a BBQ can vary significantly depending on how often it is used, how it is cleaned and maintained, and how it is stored when not in use. Regular maintenance, such as cleaning after use, lubricating moving parts, and keeping the BBQ covered only when it is completely dry (or ideally storing it indoors during periods of non-use), can help to prolong its life.
It is also important to note that some components, including burner covers, flame tamers and drip trays, are considered consumable parts. These items are exposed to high temperatures, grease, moisture and the elements during normal use and will naturally deteriorate over time, requiring periodic replacement.
Unfortunately, as the BBQ is now outside of its warranty period. As a result, we are unable to offer a warranty replacement or repair on this occasion.
We are sorry we cannot provide a more favourable outcome, but we hope this clarifies our position.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Missing box

Ordered a garden swing 2 large boxes , one box came no sign of other , got intouch explained very helpful missing box sorted , few days later it came same box as 1st one still box no 2 missing called up again , again helpful, I'm now waiting on todays box being collected tomorrow between 8 am and 6 pm once they receive this my missing box will be despatch( let's hope its right one this time) another day of re arranging for someone to be home
Very poor service up to now , fingers crossed the correct parcel arrives this time and the weather is still nice to be able to appreciate the swing

Update correct parcel received and the incorrect parcel returned .
Swing put together and overall very pleased, swing is sturdy and very well made, very happy with purchase customer services was good, DX who made the delivery error very poor so overall Charles Bentley swing 10 /10
Delivery service 0 /10
only fair to praise where needed

24 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for updating your review, and we're pleased to hear that you are happy with the swing and the support provided by our customer service team.
We are sorry for the issues you experienced with the delivery. We appreciate the inconvenience caused by the incorrect shipment and the need to rearrange collection and delivery.
Feedback such as yours is important to us, and we are currently reviewing the couriers we use to help ensure customers receive a more reliable delivery experience in future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience

Great hammock, sturdy great quality and stylish. Arrived quickly with free delivery, and great value too. Very pleased.

11 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for your 5* review, we'happy that you are pleased with your hammock.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Damaged Product, Poor Quality, and Refused Full Refund


I purchased a Charles Bentley BBQ through Tesco Marketplace for £109.99, and it has been one of the worst online shopping experiences I have had.

The BBQ arrived with bent and deformed parts, and some components could not even be assembled properly. On top of the damage, the overall quality is extremely poor. The metal is incredibly thin, flimsy, and feels more like a very cheap budget product than something costing over £100. I have seen better quality products sold for a fraction of the price.

Instead of accepting responsibility and providing a full refund, the company refused to take the product back. They offered a BBQ cover as an apology or a replacement of the same product, but I had completely lost confidence in the quality of their products and requested a full refund instead. That request was refused.

My impression is that the company stands behind products of very poor quality while making it unnecessarily difficult for customers to obtain a refund when the product is not satisfactory.

Save your money and buy from a company that values quality and treats its customers fairly. I would never purchase from Charles Bentley again.

5 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

I am sorry that you have experienced this issue with your delivery from us. I can see that we were waiting for images from you of the damages and due to a delay this meant the return request timed out on the Tesco portal which is why it is showing as rejected. I can see that you are in contact with out customer services team and hopefully we can get the issue resolved soon.

Further to your contact with our CS team I can see that we are waiting for you to advise a convenient date for the collection of the BBQ to take place so that we can issue a refund.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

parasol

Great service and really great parasol. Quickly delivered and now in use in the garden.

18 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for your 5* review!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The company offers high-quality…

The company offers high-quality products, excellent customer service, and safe packaging. We are pleased with the outdoor mirror we ordered; it arrived quickly in good condition. Thank you!

27 May 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for your 5* review, we're very pleased that you are happy with your mirror.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quality Cover

Recently purchased a parasol cover and base. The cover is good quality and will keep the parasol dry and clean when not in use.
The bases are very heavy and support the parasol keeping it upright and sturdy, very pleased with both items. Arrived quickly too.

12 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for your 5* review, we're happy to hear that your base and cover are doing the job that you wanted them for.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt delivery.

Prompt delivery.
Love the mosaic bistro set.Lovely quality.Looks great in the garden.
No problems, had to wait for a few days before putting the furniture out in the garden, due to British weather!

16 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for your 5* review! hopefully the weather will pick up soon so you can enjoy your furniture.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beautifully made comfortable chairs.

Arrived in perfect condition. So happy with my chairs, beautifully made & very comfortable to sit on. Easy to store as they fold down neatly.

3 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for your 5* review! We're glad to hear that you're enjoying your comfortable chairs.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Pleased with my purchase

Pleased with my purchase. Hardly any assembly required.
It's the perfect size for our garden.
It's well made and extremely comfortable.
Just a bit of a pity that there wasn't a protective cover available to purchase with it.
Would definitely recommend. Thank you

29 April 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for your review, we're pleased to hear that you're pleased with your purchase and are sorry that we don't currently stock a cover for it.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Purchased large garden parasol with 4…

Purchased large garden parasol with 4 weights. The above are all perfect and just what I expected.
The delivery wasn’t quite so good. Was told it would take upto 5 working days, in total it took about 12 days and arrived in 3 different deliveries.

10 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for your review, we're glad that you're happy with your purchase and can only apologise for the delivery delays, these were unfortunately out of our control but we have put measures in place to ensure we don't experience the same issue again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely love my new 6 seater…

Absolutely love my new 6 seater aluminium table and chairs set, not only did it come with cushions bit i managed to get a decent promo code. I love how sturdy this is, especially for the auK weather. I recieved all front legs for one chair, the company was very quick in replying back regardless it being the weekend, and have arranged for the right legs to be sent out. top customer service.

12 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for your review, we're so happy that you love your garden set and that, although you experienced a problem initially, we were able to get it sorted out for you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Top quality service

Top quality service, excellent quality product.
We wanted a durable barbeque cover - and that's what we got.

1 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for your 5* review!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

My 2nd Charles Bentley bench…my first…

My 2nd Charles Bentley bench…my first one rusted very badly…I always painted it with hammerite paint every year…but it rotted away eventually…I will be mindful to put this one away in the garage through the winter

13 June 2026
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Reply from Charles Bentley

Thank you for your review, we do advise that any of our furniture is stored away during the winter months so this should keep your bench looking great for longer!

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