Garden furniture tops outdoor theft list

A survey from Nationwide Building Society has revealed that garden furniture is the most likely piece of outdoor equipment to be damaged or stolen.

With a May Bank Holiday just around the corner, many will be encouraged to invest in a nice set of outdoor tables and chairs to enjoy the sunshine with, but unless your home insurance policy covers the garden, the furniture could be at risk.

Nationwide's insurance director, Robin Bailey, warned: "As we move further into spring we begin to see an increase in the number of home insurance claims we receive for items being stolen from gardens or vandalised, with garden furniture being the most popular item claimed for.

"Unfortunately we cannot secure our gardens as easily as our homes but, by finding a provider which offers garden cover as standard, people can help protect themselves should they ever need to make a claim."

Other items found on the top ten of outdoor objects to be damaged or stolen included flowerpots, water features, garden machinery and garden ornaments.

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