There’s a lot to be said for table runners, especially one like this Blackberry Runner with its pattern of richly jewelled fruits. A cotton table runner on your dining room table lets the wood grain stay in the spotlight. On your kitchen table, a fabric runner helps protect the centre of the table where most serving dishes are placed. And on a garden table set for an Indian summer’s evening feast, this autumnal runner will cover up any weathered patches or wine bottle rings for a table that will look as good as new.