Shire Holkham Wooden 6 x 8ft Greenhouse
The Shire Holkham Wooden 6 x 8ft Greenhouse is a beautifully crafted timber greenhouse that combines traditional styling with practical features to create the ideal environment for growing flowers, vegetables, herbs, and seedlings. Offering a generous 6 x 8ft growing area, it provides plenty of space for keen gardeners while adding timeless character to any outdoor setting.
Featuring decorative roof cresting, an elegant finial, and traditional low timber panels, the Holkham is as attractive as it is functional. Its classic design makes it a stunning focal point in any garden while providing a relaxing place to enjoy your gardening throughout the seasons.
Premium Timber Construction
Manufactured in the UK from high-grade FSC-certified Northern European timber, the Holkham Greenhouse is built to deliver excellent strength, durability, and long-lasting performance. Quality joinery and robust construction ensure a dependable greenhouse that will provide years of reliable use.
The greenhouse is fully glazed with toughened safety glass, allowing maximum natural light to reach your plants while offering increased durability compared to standard horticultural glass. A single glazed door fitted with a traditional gate latch provides easy access while maintaining the greenhouse's classic appearance.
Designed for Healthy Plant Growth
To help maintain the perfect growing conditions, the greenhouse features two roof vents, each fitted with a Bayliss automatic window opener. These automatically open and close according to the internal temperature, providing natural ventilation and helping prevent overheating during warmer weather.
The greenhouse sits on a pressure-treated timber base rail for added durability. As with most traditional greenhouses, no floor is supplied, allowing you to install it directly onto a suitable prepared base and customise the interior with your preferred staging or shelving.
Installation Information
The Holkham Greenhouse is supplied with a complete fixing kit and detailed assembly instructions for straightforward installation. It should be erected on a solid, flat, and level base such as concrete or paving slabs. Grass, gravel, and soil are not suitable foundations, as they can shift under the weight of the building.
Please allow sufficient clearance around the greenhouse for roof overhang, assembly, and future maintenance. Imperial dimensions are approximate, so metric measurements should always be used for the most accurate sizing.
Key Features
- Traditional 6 x 8ft timber greenhouse.
- Manufactured from FSC-certified Northern European timber.
- Toughened safety glass glazing for excellent light transmission.
- Decorative roof cresting and finial.
- Two roof vents with Bayliss automatic window openers.
- Single glazed door with traditional gate latch.
- Pressure-treated timber base rail.
- Honey brown basecoat preservative treatment ready for painting or staining.
- Supplied with fixing kit and assembly instructions.
- Ideal for growing flowers, vegetables, herbs, and seedlings.
Product Specifications
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Brand: Shire Garden Buildings
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Model: HOLK0806DSL-1AA
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Type: Timber Greenhouse
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Material: FSC-Certified Northern European Timber
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Colour: Brown
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Glazing: Toughened Safety Glass
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Nominal Size: 6 x 8ft
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Width: 179cm
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Depth: 238cm
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Height: 237cm
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Pack Quantity: 1
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Assembly Required: Yes
Delivery Information
Please note that delivery is currently unavailable to the following postcode areas: DG, TD, KA, ML, EH, G, PA, FK, KY, PH, DD, AB, IV, and KW.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of glazing is used in the Holkham Greenhouse?
The greenhouse is fitted with toughened safety glass, providing excellent light transmission while offering greater strength and durability than standard horticultural glass.
Does the greenhouse include automatic roof ventilation?
Yes. Both roof vents are fitted with Bayliss automatic window openers, which automatically adjust ventilation based on the internal temperature to help create the ideal growing environment.
Do I need to prepare a base before installation?
Yes. The greenhouse should be assembled on a firm, flat, and level base such as concrete or paving slabs. Grass, gravel, and soil are not suitable because they can move over time and affect the stability of the building.
