Preparing for the Sun...

It is this time of year in the UK when we start to look at the sorry state of the garden furniture and wonder if there is enough money in the kitty to start afresh with a new patio set.
So far this year, I have already put some new planters around the patio, repaired some broken patio slabs, attempted to repair our 'spare' patio table (the 'best' one got damaged and I chopped it up for firewood in the Winter...) and even refurbished our outside toilet. The next job on the list is to fix the broken security light which provides some light on the patio for warmer evenings...
When all the repairs have been effected, I would really like to look around for a new table, the 'old' chairs are OK and may just need some treatment although I have been tempted by outdoor chaise lounges and some more exotic plants and planters. Our parasol also falls apart on a regular basis so I am hoping to find a bargain set including a decent sized table and parasol.