Last year we delivered two hut to Sarah and Joe in Nottinghamshire for their brand new site that we helped them obtain planning permission for. At the end of their first busy season, Sarah called us to request a third hut to complete the set!

This hut was designed to be a little more flexible for families and contains both a removable upper bunk above the kingsized bed and a fold-down single Murphy bed- clever space saving features to allow the hut to be used by couples as well!

We've loved working with Sarah and Joe, and can't wait to see what the future holds for Tin & Wood! To book your luxury glamping break, click here.

After meeting Norfolk farmers Andy and Rebecca at the Royal Norfolk Show, we knew straight away that they had an amazing project in mind and we were very excited to become involved. Having run the family farm for generations, Andy and Rebecca's plans for the future of the business included an extensive re-wilding scheme to allow large areas to go back to nature and form important natural habitats.

​To secure a sustainable future for the farm and to share this beautiful piece of countryside with others, they had two distinct areas in mind to set up as secluded lakeside glamping sites.

​The result is two very different locations that offer an unrivalled glamping experience.

One site, the Honeypots, is aimed at private couples with our luxurious ensuite Keepers huts, hot tubs and wild swimming, plus our specially designed Sundowner Lounges.

These raised treehouse style shelters are a perfect vantage point to take in the views and relax on a warm summer evening!

The second site, The Lakes, features several glamping plots dispersed in private nooks and crannies with simpler, off-grid Shepherd Huts  serviced by our Shower Shacks and Lav Shacks, with fully kitted outdoor kitchen shelters.

With a large safari tent serving as the communal kitchen and lounge, this is an ideal setting for groups!

Not only this, but the lakes are perfect for swimming and boating, not to mention the miles of scenic walks around the site.

The sun is out, the grass is green and the Shephers Hut at Dodds Manor Farm is open for guests!

Situated on the family farm in Eydon, Northamptonshire, you can expect organic milk, eggs, butter and bacon to be waiting for you in the fridge, and a selection of dinner and breakfast hampers available on request.

A Shepherds Hut should be hardy and able to last for decades against the elements. That's why we use high quality finishes to treat our cladding. Although a wriggly tin finish is more or less zero maintenance and our paint system seals and protects a wooden cladding, many prefer a natural wood finish for a number of reasons; It is environmentally friendlier, it blends in more with its surroundings and is just a more natural looking hut.

For best results, we treat our exterior cladding with Osmo Oil, which seals the wood and prevents dirt, water, insects, mould, algae and fungi getting in. The UV protection also slows the process of the wood turning gray, something that is inevitable on outdoor wooden structures.

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​Four years ago, Author Andrew Clover got in touch for a Shepherds Hut writing retreat. What followed was an amusing and inspiring design process, the hut being purpose built to create a tranquil space for him to pen his works away from the hassles of everyday life. 

Fast forward to the beginning of 2019 and we were delighted to receive the following news from Andrew!

If you're looking for a cosy retreat this winter, why not book into the Shepherds Hut at Foster Meadow? 

Set into a small glade with a brook and meadow views, it's a perfect getaway for nature lovers. It also features an ensuite, kitchen and wood burning stove!

Click here to find out more, enquire for prices and make your booking!

It always feels slightly bittersweet after completing an order- For the last year and a bit, we've been working very closely with Sarah and Joe to help them bring their project to life!

​They first contacted us a year ago, with an idea to diversify their farm and a corner of their field by the canal.

We put through and managed their planning application, helping them obtain permission for up to four huts, the access track, all the associated landscaping and planting, a new access from the road and to introduce all the needed utilities in an eco friendly manner that was sensitive to the Grantham Canal, a Site of Special Scientific Interest, which runs through the site.

We then helped throughout the Leader Grant application, which was a long and very drawn out process taking several months! However, Sarah's patience paid off in the end, as the grant was approved and covered 40% of the setup costs.

Finally, the huts were designed to their exact specification, with some unique features like a copper splashback and vintage jam-pot sink making these particular ones stand out. 

Now that the huts are delivered, sited and hooked up, there's nothing else for us to do but wait for all the other works to be finished and the site to be opened! It's been great working with Sarah and Joe, and we look forward to watching their hard work bring about a truly unique location.

We were delighted to meet Countryfile's own Adam Henson after delivering two of our brand new Bellwether Shepherd Huts. 

​These are now available to book at the farm's own campsite and are available for both couples and families!

In fact, you can even win a 3-night stay in one of these huts! To enter, just visit their facebook page and enter the competition!

​It was great to meet Adam and his team, and in such a beautiful location. With acres of stunning farmland, jaw dropping views and tonnes of fun activities that draw in thousands of visitors, we can't think of a better place for our huts to be!

To visit or book your stay, click here to find out more!

​We are delighted to announce the launch of our latest innovative product, The Shower Shack. Imagine if you could have a hot shower anywhere, anytime. Our Shower Shack provides just that, even if you are miles away from running water!      

​It doesn't require any electricity whatsoever, and doesn't necessarily require a running water supply either- We are able to provide this as well! If used with eco-friendly shower products, it can be placed on any free-draining ground without any impact on the environment. When paired with our matching Lav Shack composting loo, it can provide you with a stylish off-grid outdoor bathroom.
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They are available to private buyers, resellers and event hire businesses. Take a look on our dedicated website www.showershacks.co.uk for further information and get in touch on 01603 397777 or info@showershacks.co.uk to find out about hiring or purchasing one.