Best armchairs to seek solace and relax

Relax and unwind after a long day in this Yaheetech Recliner Armchair. It's made from artificial leather and high-density foam, so it's comfortable, durable and easy to clean. The leg rest is a stable rack structure. Feel the comfort of a thick backrest, wide curved armrests and a retractable footrest with this Amazon Choice product. The leg rest and reclining functions are adjustable, so you can find your optimum comfort.

Customer review: "Excellent quality, simple to use, very comfortable and as I've got a lower spinal problem I find it seems to ease the pain when sat up straight."

We love this chameleon armchair that can be transformed from contemporary to traditional, depending on which fabric you choose. In addition, it's a power recliner with a 25-year guarantee, so it will keep you in comfort for years to come.
Parker Knoll has been handcrafting chairs and sofas in Britain since 1869. From the classic Chatsworth chair to the Modern shape of the Statesmen Chair there's a silhouette and colourway to suit all tastes.

Inspired by Art Deco design, this glamorous Evie armchair has an elegant, tall, fluted back. It's an iconic shape that takes its cues from nostalgic charm, yet it pops in a range of vibrant colours. Perfect for an eclectic boudoir that will enhance the ambience and be an uplifting place to perch... preferably with a champagne coupe in hand and a string of beads to twirl.

With its wide padded armrests and backrest, this La-Z-Boy Staten Leather Rocker Recliner Chair provides the perfect spot to make your comfortable haven. Choose from a standard armchair, manual recliner or electric-powered recliner for enhanced comfort. Pair with Staten sofas and footstools. For support, functionality and natural materials, choose from 12 shades and textures of leather from this iconic brand.

Customer review: "Very good leather, looks lovely and its firm for support, recliner very good."

Wonderfully balanced, the Hampstead Armchair combines a modern, minimalist look with tradition. The Hampstead's design is rooted in classic features, such as its wooden legs, but the low, wide and gently sloping shape is distinctly contemporary and designed with comfort in mind. Accessorise with plump cushions for the epitome of contemporary leisure seating.

With narrow arms, this John Lewis Hendricks Accent Chair is a great space-saving piece of furniture. The seat is wide, with a supportive cushion, so you don't compromise your comfort. With a modern and sturdy exposed oak frame, this low armchair would be lovely as a set of two or four. Invite friends round for coffee and make it a Scandi fika morning. Choose from literally 100s of fabrics and two-leg finishes as part of John Lewis's Design Your Own service, so you can customise this armchair to suit your décor.

Customer review: "We recently took delivery of two Hendricks' chairs in Mustard Aquaclean Velvet. We are delighted with the quality and comfort. Everyone who visits us comments on them, wanting to know where we purchased them. They were delivered ahead of schedule and we were kept updated regarding delivery date and time slot."

If they're learning to read, your grandchild will love having a nook to call their own. A wonderful gift idea, this handmade Rainbow Sky Printed Kids Chair is available with personalisation. You could have the child's name printed on the seat. So sweet and simple, this mini armchair is machine washable and available with a footstool and washbag.

Customer review: "Beautiful material and clearly comfy as my toddler happily sits on her chair and fully relaxes."

Lovely for loafing on, this Swoon Denver Loveseat is too good to share. Available in seven colours, including Ink Velvet, House Weave Chalk and Kingfisher Velvet, it's an elegant low and wide armchair that exudes a sense of warmth and comfort. Those wide arms are begging for a pile of magazines and a large mug of coffee. Go on, light some candles, sit back and relax.

Alexander and James Lincoln Classic Back Snuggler doffs its cap to low, deep and inviting leather armchairs of gentlemen's clubs. There are classic features, such as the swan neck arms with metal studding and solid wooden feet. A club chair with a contemporary fabric twist, it exudes a luxurious sense of comfort. This snuggler is part of the Lincoln Collection, with matching sofas also available. A timeless design with a mix of leather and fabric upholstery, and it is comfortable too, with a deep sprung seat that's begging for a beagle to curl up on it.

Whether you want to read a book, watch your favourite TV show, or just enjoy a cup of tea, this More4Homes Eaton Wing Back Fireside Recliner ticks all the right boxes. This traditional wingback armchair is available for a very reasonable price on Amazon and comes in a range of fabrics. It's a manual recliner with a push-back mechanism and upholstered in high-quality Herringbone fabric. It offers superb back and lumbar support at a quarter of the price of some of the premium brand recliners.

Customer review: "These are beautiful fireside chairs. Bought one for each side of my fire place. Quite heavy but that's good as it makes it really sturdy and well made. Lovely material too. Very happy."