Frequently Asked Questions

General questions

What is the status of my order?

Once you have placed an order, we will send you a confirmation email. Once your order is shipped, we will send another email to confirm the expected delivery date. 

Can I change my order?

If your item has not been processed for shipping then yes you can make changes to your order. Please email us at hello@therustedbumblebee.co.uk

How long does it take to ship my order?

Once you have placed your order, it usually takes 24 - 48 hours to process for delivery.

Where do you ship?

We currently only post to the UK.

How will my parcel be wrapped?

All parcels are wrapped in recycled paper and placed in a box and sealed with tape. We try our best not to use any plastic packaging, but on occasions due to supply shortages, we may have to resort to using plastic. 

Do you accept returns?

We do accept returns in respect of the following conditions: 

- The item must have been bought from our online store.

- The item should not have been used and in the same condition that you received it, unused and in its original packaging. 

- The return request is to be made within 28 days of delivery.

- Return postage costs for exchanges or unwanted items are to be covered by the customer.

To ask for a return please contact us at hello@therustedbumblebee.co.uk

Can I exchange an item?

Yes, we do accept exchanges and follow the same conditions noted above. 

To ask for an exchange please contact us at hello@therustedbumblebee.co.uk

How long does it take to process a return?

Returns are confirmed within 14 days of us receiving the package. Once your return is accepted, the reimbursement, exchange or credit will be issued within 14 days of our services accepting your return.

What payment methods do you accept?

You can purchase from our website using a debit or credit card. We additionally offer support for PayPal, and Google Pay and can chose these payment methods at checkout.

Do you have a physical store?

No, we currently don't have a physical store.

What is a rusted finish?

The rusted finish is a natural reaction of iron and oxygen which gives each item a completely unique finish. It will change and mature over time adding character and individuality. 

 

How do I fix/attach my item?

All of our 'push in ground' items are designed with stakes so they can simply be lifted out of the box and pushed into the ground in a place of your choice.

The majority of our 'wall hangings' and 'fence toppers' come with pre drilled holes.

All others items are designed to be simply hung on tack nails. 

Are wall fixtures provided? 

No, we do not provide any fixings with any of our items. 

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Metal Wildflowers
Louise Doyle
Metal flowers

Beautiful

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Metal Robin
Denise Steele
Great secret Santa

Great value!!! managed to get bumblebee & robin garden ornaments for £10

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Metal Robin Bird
Angela Mcgeachie

Metal Robin Bird

Very pleased with order

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Daisy Flowers
Denise Steele

Great gift for a garden lover

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Metal Treble Clef
Deborah Edington
Perfect

Delivered quickly, really good quality,
It’s been covered in flowers , looks amazing

Metal Robin On Fork Handle NEW SIZE

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Daisy Flowers
Rachel Ellen
Rusted Daisy flowers

Daisy flowers are such a beautiful and unique gift, they were for my friend's 60th and she is over the moon with them and keeps moving them around to find the best spot in her garden. I'll be back for more! Thank you 😊

Two cats playing on Door Frame.

The 2 cats are really cute & look really good on top of the door frame. They are very well made & arrived well packaged.

Birthday/Xmas pressies

Very pleased with my purchases. Prompt delivery of quality items.

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Rusted Dragonfly Style 2
Susan Langbridge
Lovely piece

Bought 2, speedy delivery. Lovely item, solid. Not as big as thought but bought for gifts

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Metal Dragonfly
pippa beech
Great company with the personal touch.

I bought an Unrusted dragonfly so that I could decorate it myself.Chris was extrememly helpful and I received it within a few days. Hopefully, if what I am trying to do works I will be back for more.

Standing proud on our newly laid lawned garden

Absolutely love it. Looks great in the flowerbed.

Love it.

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Daisy Flowers
Kate Lord
Beautiful rusted daisies

Beautiful rusted daisies that arrived on time, well packaged and look amazing in the garden

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Metal Owl Fence Topper
Corinne Solen
Flying Owl

I bought this to bring interest to a tree that had been cut down to a tall stump. I am very pleased with it.

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Metal Wildflowers
Julie Keen
Wildflowers.

Arrived quickly, well packed and good quality . They look great in my garden, I think I need to buy some more items now.

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Metal Owl
Gillian Smith
Rusted barn owl

I love my little barn owl which takes pride of place on a tall tree stump in my garden. Because it is in an elevated position it would have more impact if it were a little larger. However it has the undeniable silhouette of an owl and it looks great. Thank you.

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Metal Owl Fence Topper
Jackie Taylor
Very pleased with my order

The owls look good on my fence. They were well packaged and speedily delivered

Great job

A brilliant company to buy from even email when they are on holiday. Very happy with my purchase of poppy and wild flowers.

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Metal Bumble Bee
Georgina Bell
I’ll be back

Service good. Packing and additional instructions very good. Bumblebee just what I wanted . It was a gift and the recipient was delighted. Thank you

Fabulous

Very lovely and centrepiece of my new fake lawn double sofa combo. Might even put some lights in it!

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Rustic Bird Feeder
Malcolm Parr
Bird Feeder

Order despatched very quickly. I haven't actually seen the bird feeder, but the recipient was very happy

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Metal Bumble Bee
Linda Hocking
Lovely Bees

The rusted bumble bees are very nice, bigger than I thought. Delivery was very quick, great service, thanks

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Daisy Flowers
Lorraine Hague
Very pleased

The daisy flowers are a great addition to my garden, I love them. They arrived in good time & well packaged.