Market Umbrella 2x3m Rectangular Cream - Hardwood Pole, Single Pulley | Bastide

The base is sold separately, so you can choose the one that suits your space. Both of our bases fit this 38 mm pole: the Socle 25 kg concrete base for sheltered spots or under a centre-hole table, and the Roche 30 kg granite base, our most stable option, with a stainless steel tube and castors to move it around. Choose an umbrella + base bundle above and save up to $60.

In a light breeze, yes: the top air vent lets gusts escape through the canopy, and a weighted base keeps it steady. But no market umbrella is windproof. Close it when the wind picks up and whenever you leave it unattended. It takes a few seconds with the pulley, and it's what keeps your umbrella in good shape for years.

A rope and pulley is about as simple as an opening system gets: no gears, nothing to wind, and the rope is easy to check and replace if it ever wears. If you'd like to tilt the canopy to follow the afternoon sun, have a look at our crank-and-tilt models.

Yes, if your table has a centre hole of at least 38 mm. Place a base under the table to hold the pole upright and steady: the table alone isn't enough. Height under the canopy depends on your table and base, so check the dimensions image before you order.

As a guide, choose a canopy about 1.5 m longer than your table. The Bastide's 2 x 3 m canopy gives approx. 6 m² of shade, enough for a 4-seat rectangular table up to about 1.5 m long. Line the long side of the canopy up with your table, and place it slightly towards the west to keep the afternoon sun off.

It's water-resistant, not 100% waterproof. It handles a passing shower, but it isn't designed as a rain roof. For regular heavy rain, treat the canopy with a fabric waterproofing spray, and let it dry fully before closing it for long periods.

The canopy is made from UV-protective, anti-fade polyester, chosen to hold its colour outdoors. Like any outdoor fabric, it will soften gradually over the years under strong sun. Closing it when not in use and fitting a cover in the off-season slows this down a lot.

A market umbrella has its pole in the centre: ideal over a dining table, with fewer moving parts and a lower price. A cantilever hangs the canopy from a side arm, so nothing sits in the middle of your space, which suits loungers and open areas. If you're shading a table, a market umbrella is the simple, reliable choice.

The frame and canopy are made for outdoor use, but they'll last much longer with a little care: close the umbrella when you're not using it, oil the timber each season, and store it somewhere dry and covered during long periods without use, such as winter.

If your order arrives damaged, incomplete or incorrect, please contact our customer service team and include clear photos of the issue. We will review your request and assist you in accordance with our return and refund policy.