Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk Reviews 

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible after service Do Not use I purchased an Air Awning from them it's unfit for purpose never been used manufacturing fault the end of the tub that holds the air has not been sealed Th... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered a rattan table with 4 chairs and parasol, parasol has never arrived!! I have called repeatedly and emailed and have never once had a phone call back or my email replied to, just the excuse t... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely terrible customer service. Yes I understand the current situation. The trampoline I bought had bits missing. Contacted by phone and email. To no reply from them!! The site lets you buy... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

My opinion, do not buy from outdoor leisure. I'm furious, I ordered an awning carpet, they sent me the wrong one not as advertised on their website. They said Yodel would collect , that never happened... See more

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Outdoor Leisure Direct aims to provide high quality leisure products at prices that make you smile! Who Are We? We are a family business based in Exeter, sunny Devon! We retail through our website, eBay and Amazon. See our eBay Shop and excellent Feedback! We are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/outdoorleisuredirect, or simply search 'Outdoor Leisure Direct' in Facebook's search bar! We are also on Twitter - Follow us @OutLeisDirect Who Runs Outdoor Leisure Direct? Outdoor Leisure Direct is run by Matthew Conridge. Matthew started the business in 2006 and has grown the business into what it is today. In 2011 Matthew won the Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award from The Express and Echo, presented by Dragons Den star Deborah Meaden' and the IOD Young Director of the Year South West England. In 2010 Matthew won the FSB Devon Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award. We have a great team at Outdoor Leisure Direct with Matthew, Stuart and Ben running the office and Nick, Tom Mike looking after the warehouse. We only stock high quality products from brands such as Bestway, Intex and Osprey.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible after service Do Not use

Terrible after service Do Not use
I purchased an Air Awning from them it's unfit for purpose never been used manufacturing fault the end of the tub that holds the air has not been sealed
They are rude and it's like talking to a robot 😠
I have been waiting three weeks for a response rang again today spoke to M and asked if I could return the faulty item that was unfit for purpose I was told no they would have to make a decision based on the paperwork and photo I send back she was supposed to send me a link to fill in this was the second attempt but nothing several hrs later I then rang back and the link finally arrived while I was on the phone so the email they had was correct
We have now been away three times and don't have an awning
I would definitely not recommend this company
Trading standards state consumer rights if an item is faulty or not fit for purpose the supplier should arrange collection and refund
So save yourself the hassle and use a different supplier

20 June 2023
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Dear Christina,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We apologize for any confusion or inconvenience caused, but it seems there may be a misunderstanding. We would like to clarify that we are an affiliate site and do not sell any products directly.

It appears that you might have confused us with the retailer from whom you made your purchase. We have thoroughly reviewed our records, and we have not had any communication or transaction with you regarding the Air Awning mentioned in your review. We kindly request you to verify the actual company name from where you made your purchase by checking your paperwork.

We understand your frustration and the disappointment you experienced with the faulty item. However, it is important to direct your concerns to the correct company responsible for the sale. We encourage you to reach out to the retailer directly to discuss your situation and seek resolution according to your consumer rights.

We appreciate your understanding in this matter, and we hope that the issue can be resolved promptly. If you have any further questions or require assistance in identifying the correct company, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

Best regards,
Ryan

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely terrible customer service

Absolutely terrible customer service. Yes I understand the current situation.
The trampoline I bought had bits missing. Contacted by phone and email. To no reply from them!!
The site lets you buy the ‘missing parts’ absolutely shocking. Wouldn’t recommend using ileisure to anyone

12 April 2020
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Hello there!

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We apologize for any confusion or inconvenience caused, but it seems there may be a misunderstanding. We would like to clarify that we are an affiliate site and do not sell any products directly.

It appears that you might have confused us with the retailer from whom you made your purchase. We have thoroughly reviewed our records, and we have not had any communication or transaction with you regarding the Air Awning mentioned in your review. We kindly request you to verify the actual company name from where you made your purchase by checking your paperwork.

We understand your frustration and the disappointment you experienced with the faulty item. However, it is important to direct your concerns to the correct company responsible for the sale. We encourage you to reach out to the retailer directly to discuss your situation and seek resolution according to your consumer rights.

We appreciate your understanding in this matter, and we hope that the issue can be resolved promptly. If you have any further questions or require assistance in identifying the correct company, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

Best regards,
Ryan

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Out door leisure ripped me off i'm furious!

My opinion, do not buy from outdoor leisure. I'm furious, I ordered an awning carpet, they sent me the wrong one not as advertised on their website. They said Yodel would collect , that never happened. After 3 calls to outdoor leisure they said send it back by post and we will refund your money up to £10.00 send us the receipt. It cost over £13.00 to return, I paid £49.95 for the carpet including postage. They have only refunded me the £41.99 and no refund for sending it back either. They are still advertising the wrong awning carpet picture on their site. I bought the correct awning carpet from camping international and received the next day. Outdoor leisure are rip offs.(2441278478559178) (SR20202022).... just had notification of a reply 19.06.23 from outdoor leisure direct... only 5 years late.... no wonder you can't find my transaction Ryan.... you're also looking at the wrong product I purchased an awning carpet and not an air awning...pathetic!

15 May 2018
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Hello there!

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We apologize for any confusion or inconvenience caused, but it seems there may be a misunderstanding. We would like to clarify that we are an affiliate site and do not sell any products directly.

It appears that you might have confused us with the retailer from whom you made your purchase. We have thoroughly reviewed our records, and we have not had any communication or transaction with you regarding the Air Awning mentioned in your review. We kindly request you to verify the actual company name from where you made your purchase by checking your paperwork.

We understand your frustration and the disappointment you experienced with the faulty item. However, it is important to direct your concerns to the correct company responsible for the sale. We encourage you to reach out to the retailer directly to discuss your situation and seek resolution according to your consumer rights.

We appreciate your understanding in this matter, and we hope that the issue can be resolved promptly. If you have any further questions or require assistance in identifying the correct company, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

Best regards,
Ryan

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Shocking Customer Service

Ordered a rattan table with 4 chairs and parasol, parasol has never arrived!! I have called repeatedly and emailed and have never once had a phone call back or my email replied to, just the excuse that the transport have got it! Not my problem as I've paid for it, just send me another and sort your own issues out, I refuse to contact this company again as all your get is " let me take your number again and I'll call you back" this never happens! I will now take up the issue with my credit card company.

Wow!! 8 years for a reply 😂😂

25 May 2015
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Hello there!

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We apologize for any confusion or inconvenience caused, but it seems there may be a misunderstanding. We would like to clarify that we are an affiliate site and do not sell any products directly.

It appears that you might have confused us with the retailer from whom you made your purchase. We have thoroughly reviewed our records, and we have not had any communication or transaction with you regarding the Air Awning mentioned in your review. We kindly request you to verify the actual company name from where you made your purchase by checking your paperwork.

We understand your frustration and the disappointment you experienced with the faulty item. However, it is important to direct your concerns to the correct company responsible for the sale. We encourage you to reach out to the retailer directly to discuss your situation and seek resolution according to your consumer rights.

We appreciate your understanding in this matter, and we hope that the issue can be resolved promptly. If you have any further questions or require assistance in identifying the correct company, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

Best regards,
Ryan

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I want to return the samsung galaxy s5 what I bought and received day before yesterday .

I am not happy about the seller's descriptions.Item's descriptions are worse than seller's descriptions what I found in the item.He did not describe all the negative points in details.The item is still in the same condition. I do not use it but I wanted to fix the glass with the engineer.
For many reasons I did not get it fixed.Price of the item was £205+£6.99
= total £211.99 Please help me to do something about it. So I will return the item and I want my refund.

24 January 2015
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Extremely poor customer service

Ordered an item direct from the website because the price was good but because more importantly they offer next day delivery. This is important when buying gifts for someone, so you know you have it.

However, OutdoorLeisureDirect didn't post the item as promised, providing me with a tracking number that didn't exist, when I contacted them (by email becuase their phone system was out of order), it was claimed the delivery driver hadn't scanned the item at the pick up point and thus the item had been 'lost' in the network.

I requested a replacement but was swiftly told the item was out of stock (conveniently), so I contacted the delivery company regarding the situation. They replied saying it wasn't possible to provide a tracking reference number if the item hadn't been scanned in, so obviously someone at OutdoorLesiureDirect is telling lies

I managed to get the item from another retailer the next day, but could have done without the hassle

14 September 2013
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good choice, good value and very helpful.

This isn't the first purchase that I have made from these guys. Last year we bought our kids their wetsuits from them and again we've done the same this year.
My son's wetsuit arrived very quick but when I got him to try it on it was too tight on his chest. This happened last time too but it was absolutely no problem as their returns process is very easy to do. I phoned them up to give them the heads up as to what we wanted in exchange and we had sent the small one back and received the new one all within a week. The guy on the other end of the phone was very friendly and helpful that I would definitely use them again. Thanks for everything guys.

Graeme

23 May 2013
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Thank you for your positive comments Graeme. So pleased you had an enjoyable experience with us - we do aim to please! :-)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great value and variety.

The information renting to sizes was accurate and helped me to make the final choice. Great value, my goods arrived as promised and there were no issues. Product does what it says on the box!

9 May 2013
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Thank you very much for your review Devika. Great to hear all arrived as promised & that you are so pleased with your purchase. We do aim to please!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outdoor Leisure is a pleasure.

Great service they contact you with information about your item. the information is correct. A very quick and reliable company. I would recommend them to anyone!!!

2 May 2013
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Thank you for your review Brian. Great to hear you had an easy and efficient shopping experience with us & thank you for recommending us =)

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

An experience I would not want to repeat!!

Customer Service are two words that this company do not seem to embrace. The response to my query when they failed to deliver when promised and there offering of a product that was not of the same standard epitomised the attitude of 'we have your money now' so what are you going to do about it.
When finally they replaced the required product at my insistence it is now deflating at a rapid rate. When I rang to get to returned I was spoken to in a condescending manner and was told to email my complaint and if I didn't like it tough.
The only thing I could recommend about this company is not to use them.
The star rating of one fully explains my views of this company and how they look after their customers

30 April 2013
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Ryan, The majority of your review is incorrect, containing false information. To others reading this, please see the rest of our feedback on TrustPilot, we offer an exceptionally high level of customer service as the reviews show.

Unfortunately the odd person just wants to fight, and Gregory is one of them.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good.

Product arrived safely and very quickly.

21 April 2013
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Thank you for your positive comments Beverley. Good to hear your product arrived quickly and safely. Do shop again with us soon :-)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent delivery and arrived within 3 days of placing the order

I bought a single inflatable mattress, an excellent choice, takes less than 2 minutes to inflate and is so comfortable. And at a much lower price than all other I viewed online. I would definitely use Outdoor Leisure Direct again.

11 April 2013
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Thank you so much for your great review Christina. Good to hear that you are so pleased with your purchase with us. Do hope you shop with us again soon :-)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

simple and quick

Ordered an airbed. Item arrived quickly. Shopping was easy.

2 April 2013
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Thank you for your positive comments here, we are really pleased that your purchase arrive quicky for you and that your shopping experience was easy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service!

I was particularly impressed with the communication from Outdoor Leisure Direct. I was emailed with a one hour delivery timeslot and the delivery was spot on time. So good not to have to hang around all day waiting for deliveries!

Obviously, not the right time of year to test out an inflatable kayak (!) but unpacked it and the quality seems good and the price was very competitive.

28 March 2013
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Really pleased that you had an impressive shopping experience with us Ronnie - we do aim to please! Hope you enjoy your purchase when the weather warms up a little and you can get to use your kayak :-)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Purchase highly recommended

Speedy delivery, item exactly as described - comfortable night sleep for 2 adults. Easy to store.

24 March 2013
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Thank you very much for your positive comments Anna. Hope you shop with us again soon :-)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast, quality, exactly what I wanted.

Quality air bed, excellent price, blows up with electric pump in just a few minutes, packs away back to original boxed size easily for storage. Very comfortable. Arrived exactly on time by named driver on delivery email, can't fault this product or company's service. Thanks very much, would recommend to
Anyone.

21 March 2013
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Thank you so much for your great review Rachel. Really pleased that you had an enjoyable and efficient shopping experience with us. Do come again soon!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

1st time bath

As a new Mum I wanted a small bath for my newborn but did not want a big chunky hard bath. I found a inflatable bath here which was perfect for what I needed. I was able to order online and checkout using paypal, which is a big plus point for me.
The communication on my order was great and the item was with me the next day.

18 March 2013
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Thank you for your great review. Really glad that you were so pleased with your purchase of the baby bath and that it arrived so quickly for you. We aim to provide an efficient and swift service for our customers :-)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

good

quick service, low prices, bought 2 items from this frim one through ebay an one direct had no problems on each occassion

15 March 2013
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Thank you for your positive comments Colin - really pleased that you had an enjoyable shopping experience on both occasions and shopping platforms. Do come again soon :-)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Prompt service, excellent product.

Ordered two baby wrap wetsuits for my baby to wear swimming. One sized 0 - 6 months, one 6 - 12 months. Ordered them on Tuesday and they arrived Thursday. Good product that she got to wear to her swimming lesson this week. She was comfy and warm.

8 March 2013
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Reply from Outdoor Leisure Direct.co.uk

Thank you for your great review Jane! Glad you had an enjoyable and swift shopping experience with us. Hope to see you again soon!

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