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.

This week is the grand opening of the brand new Poachers Shepherd Hut at Willowfen Retreat in West Norfolk. Set in it's own private paddock, surrounded by miles of scenic countryside and big Norfolk skies.

The hut features a cosy double bed, fitted kitchen, ensuite bathroom, with all bedding and towels provided. 

The friendly owners, Amanda and John, are on site to help if guests need anything but happy to leave you to your own devices. The Shepherds Hut is dog-friendly (provided it's well behaved!) and there's even a TV in case of rainy days.

To find out more and make your booking, click here!

Earlier this year we delivered two of our Poachers Huts to Fair Oak Farm in Sussex. It's a beautiful destination with a lot to offer, so we were really excited to be able to place our huts in the picturesque grounds. Recently, they have been nominated to win the Muddy Stiletto's Sussex award for Best Boutique Stay. You can vote for them by clicking on the picture to the right!

​"Two Poacher’s Huts, built by English Shepherd’s Huts, we’re added to our range of accommodation in 2017 .  Combined with our Grade II Listed farmhouse, converted farm buildings and eco-lodge tree houses we can now accommodate up to 36 guests, ideal for large groups wanting a short break or for business team away stays and events.  Nestled in our orchard, the huts are excellent quality - a step up from anything else out there - and we’ve had amazing feedback from our customers.  English Shepherd’s Huts provided a highly professional and timely service from pre-order right through to delivery and even after delivery.  We couldn’t be happier!!"