Guides & advice
Straight answers about umbrellas — what makes one survive British wind, how to make it last, and which type suits how you actually get around.
All guides
- How to choose a windproof umbrella in the UKWhat actually makes an umbrella windproof: rib count, fibreglass frames, vented canopies and the sizes that survive a British gale.
- How to care for an umbrella so it lasts yearsDrying, cleaning, storing and re-waterproofing your umbrella — the small habits that make the difference between one season and several years.
- Compact or full-size: which umbrella should you buy?Folding compact or full-length stick umbrella? Coverage, bag space, wind resistance and commuting compared, with clear picks for each.