At Best of British Home we are proud to offer a curated range of exceptional garden tools from Burgon & Ball, one of Britain’s most trusted names in gardening. Rooted in nearly three centuries of metalworking expertise, Burgon & Ball have been crafting high-quality garden tools in Sheffield, England since 1730, drawing on the city’s historic reputation for steel and precision forging.
Why Choose Burgon & Ball Garden Tools
Heritage and Craftsmanship
Burgon & Ball’s history stretches back to the early 18th century, beginning with agricultural shears and evolving into an extensive range of garden tools trusted by gardeners worldwide. That heritage is more than a story, it’s the foundation of exceptional quality you can feel every time you use a tool.
Outstanding Quality and Durability
Designed for performance, Burgon & Ball tools are built to last. Many are crafted from premium steels, including advanced boron steel in selected ranges, giving superior strength, edge retention and resilience across seasons of use.
Royal Horticultural Society Endorsement
Burgon & Ball tools carry the prestigious endorsement of the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), a mark of excellence recognised by serious gardeners. RHS-endorsed tools often come with long-term guarantees, reflecting confidence in their lasting performance.
Tools for Every Task
From hand tools like trowels, forks and secateurs to long-handled spades, rakes and cultivation tools, Burgon & Ball offers a comprehensive selection designed to make planting, pruning and maintenance easier and more enjoyable.
Sustainable Innovation
Burgon & Ball continually evolve their designs to embrace sustainability without compromising performance. Their innovative BoronGreen range, for example, harnesses recycled materials and incorporates advanced steel technology for gardeners who care about both results and the environment.
Handpicked Tools to Elevate Your Gardening
Explore our range below and discover the perfect tool for your plot, border or patio. Whether you’re planting seeds, tending beds, clearing weeds or shaping soil, you’ll find ergonomically designed, beautifully finished tools built for real-world performance.
Why buy Burgon & Ball garden tools from Best of British Home?
A good tool makes the difference between a job you put off and a job you finish properly. That’s why we stock Burgon & Ball — a respected British gardening brand known for well-made tools with thoughtful design and dependable performance.
Choosing the right tool
- Planting: trowels and hand forks for bedding, containers and raised beds.
- Weeding: hand weeders and cultivators to keep borders tidy with less effort.
- Digging & soil prep: spades, forks and rakes for turning soil and levelling ground.
- Pruning & cutting: snips and secateurs for clean, controlled cuts.
Tool care for longer life
Rinse or wipe tools after use, dry them before storing, and keep cutting edges clean. A light oil on metal parts and occasional sharpening helps tools stay efficient and comfortable to use.
Related categories
Pair your tools with the right essentials: Compost & Mulch, Pots & Planters, and Garden Accessories.