8 Seat Rattan Dining Sets

If you regularly host a full table extended family on a Sunday, or a group of friends who don't fit around a smaller set an 8 seat rattan dining set is where garden furniture stops being a nice to have and starts earning its keep. At Rattan Garden Furniture Ltd, our 8 Seat Rattan Dining Sets are built for exactly that kind of use: real gatherings, not just occasional weekends.

How much space do you actually need?

This is worth working out before you fall for a set online, because 8 seats takes more room than people expect.

A round 8 seater needs a table of roughly 180cm diameter minimum, which with chairs pulled out realistically wants close to 4m x 4m of clear patio space. Rectangular or oval tables built for 8 typically run 220–260cm long by around 100–110cm wide, so they need less width but more length a better fit if your garden is long rather than square, or if the set is going against a wall or fence rather than in an open area.

If you're not sure which shape will actually fit, measure your patio first. It's a five-minute job that saves you from a table that leaves guests squeezed against a flowerbed.

Round, oval, or rectangular for a table this size

• Round tables (like our 230cm and similar oval-round hybrids) keep the group connected nobody's stuck at the "far end," which matters more at 8 seats than it does at 4 or 6.
• Oval tables give you round's sociability with extra length, useful if 8 is your regular number but you sometimes need to squeeze in a ninth chair.
• Rectangular tables suit longer, narrower patios and look more structured a natural fit if your dining area sits under a pergola or against a boundary wall.

At this size, shape isn't just style it genuinely changes how usable the set feels once people are actually sat around it.

Rattan Fire Pit Dining Sets worth knowing about

Alongside standard 8 seat dining sets, we also offer 8 Seat Fire Pit Dining Sets, where the table has a built-in gas fire pit at the centre instead of (or alongside) a standard glass top. These come with either a 165cm round table or a 200–210cm rectangular table. It's a genuinely different way to use the set dinner in summer, then drinks around the fire once the evenings turn cooler, without moving anything. Most people don't realise this option exists until they're already looking at a standard set, so it's worth considering before you commit either way.

Built for UK weather, not just UK summers

Every set is finished with a powder-coated aluminium frame, which won't rust or corrode even after a full winter left outdoors, and PE rattan weave that's UV-stabilised so it doesn't fade or crack under direct sun over successive summers. Table tops are tempered glass easy to wipe down, and sturdy enough to take daily use rather than just the occasional dinner party.

We'd still recommend a breathable cover over the winter months if the set is staying outside not because the frame needs it, but because it keeps the cushions and glass cleaner with less effort on your part come spring.

Choosing between our ranges

Our 8 seat sets come in a few different weave finishes Champagne (a warmer, natural tone) and Serena (a cooler grey weave) across table styles like Atlanta, Tokyo, Paris, and Vienna. The difference between them is largely aesthetic rather than functional, so it's worth picking based on what suits your patio's existing colour palette (stone, decking, brickwork) rather than agonising over performance the frame and weatherproofing standard is consistent across the range.

Why buy your 8 seat rattan dining set from Rattan Garden Furniture Ltd

Every set comes with a 5 year frame guarantee, and most are in stock for delivery within 7 working days across England and Wales, with free delivery on orders over £499. You can also see the sets in person at our Romford, Essex showroom before you buy genuinely useful at this size, since sitting in the chairs and standing next to the table tells you more about fit than any photo will.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people can an 8 seat rattan dining set actually fit around a fire pit table?

The same 8, comfortably the fire pit sits in place of the centre of the table rather than taking up seating space, so capacity doesn't change.

What size patio do I need for an 8 seater rattan dining set?

For a round table, aim for at least 4m x 4m of clear space once chairs are pulled out. For rectangular or oval tables, you'll need less width but closer to 3–3.5m in length, depending on the exact table size.

Can I leave an 8 seat rattan set outside all winter?

Yes — the aluminium frame won't rust and the PE rattan weave is designed for permanent outdoor use. A cover isn't essential, but it does reduce the cleaning needed before the set is ready to use again in spring.

Is there a difference in quality between the Champagne and Serena ranges?

No — the difference is colour and finish, not build quality or weatherproofing. Choose based on what matches your outdoor space.

Do the fire pit sets need a gas bottle, and is it included?

Fire pit tables run on gas, and setup details vary by set — our team can confirm exactly what's included and what you'll need to add when you're choosing a specific fire pit dining set.