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With around 54% of the food on our plates produced on home turf right here in the UK according to the latest government data, the UK...

Going against the grain and wedding tradition is one thing many marrying couples choose to do in their quest for a truly personalised big day. It’s a movement that has seen more and m...

Negotiating the minefield that is UK planning permission is one thing many property improvers have had to do at some point or another. When renovating, refurbishing or demolishing for residential or commercial purposes, knowing the ins and outs of planning permission - and discovering when you ne...

Shepherd huts of all sizes and specifications have made a real impact on the holiday lettings and hospitality scene.They’ve given established and fledgling businesses a simple, affordable and completely quirky way to incorporate additional accommodation on-site without disrupting their wider o...

There are so many wonderful reasons to love shepherd huts. With a recent study detailing how the Covid-19 pandemic and associated lockdowns changed the nation’s relationship with nature for good, more and more people are embracing outdoor living spaces like shepherd huts in their spare time, inclu...

Whether you’re looking to indulge marrying couples with unique guest accommodation options or are keen to simply expand your offering on-site without disrupting your wider wedding business,...

Shepherd huts are no longer installations reserved for the few. Our bespoke and utterly luxurious designs are now accessible to everyone looking to nurture that all-important connection with the great outdoors from their very own premises.We made it our mission when starting out back in 2016 to...

With wedding celebrations, big and small, now back on the menu as the economy continues to settle post-Covid, wedding venues everywhere need to adapt to thrive and cater to the demands of every happy couple that crosses their threshold.Cost is more of a priority than ever according to the

The process of designing and building your own bespoke shepherd hut is a truly thrilling experience. When collaborating with us, you’re encouraged to be as hands-on as you like to put your own stamp on this exciting project. Before you get carried away with choosing your fixtures and fittings howe...

Expanding your wedding venue’s guest accommodation without disrupting your wider business can be a challenging task, but we didn’t say it was impossible!Here at Greendown Shepherd Huts, we create the luxury, outdoor living spaces that marrying couples will be proud to host their guests in. T...

We love a good success story, and there’s nothing we like to share more than case studies from happy customers. After sharing the story of Heathy Lea at Chatsworth in Derbyshire – a fantas...

With the latest research revealing that value for money is now a top priority for those tying the knot at UK wedding venues, cost conscious couples will be looking for the complete package.In addition to deli...

As another year comes to a close, we thought now would be a great time to thank all our wonderful customers for their support and wish you all a very merry festive season! And my, what a year 2023 has been!In addition to expanding our team of talented craftspeople, CONTINUE READING

Since starting out some seven years ago, Greendown Shepherd Huts has always had a vision and ambition to be the best. Designing and making bespoke shepherd huts is far from simple. But, with a talented team of craftspeople at the helm and a passion for luxurious sustainability, we are proud of th...

Sally and James Ashton – Heathy Lea, Chatsworth EstateMarrying couples need more from their chosen wedding venues than ever before. As well as seeking out the exclusive and inclusive wedding packages that mean better value for money, and more left in the wedding budget, an increasing ...

Harry Long, Owner and Founder of Greendown Shepherd Huts, with Austin CryerWhen it comes to the luxury and bespoke shepherd huts we handcraft in-house and so proudly put our name to, we couldn’t do any of it without the dedication and talent of each and every member of the Greendown t...

With our passion for the highest standards of craftsmanship, you’d think the Greendown Shepherd Huts story goes back generations. While we bring together the talents of local craftspeople with years, and even decades, of experience to build a shepherds hut range that we’re immensely proud to put...

Here at Greendown Shepherd Huts, there’s no mistaking that our bespoke shepherds huts are works of art. They are after all so much more than small wooden houses. They’re on and off grid cabins with all the extra touches that make a conscious stay in the most beautiful parts of the UK utterly lux...

Owning or leasing a shepherds hut is a fantastic way to generate a good return on your investment. Whether you are a landowner, or an operator at a hotel or glamping site, you can rent your shepherds hut (or huts) at premium occupancy rates. We’ll be attending The Glamping Show 2023 this month so ...

IT was in 2021 that couple James and Sally Ashton came up with the idea of expanding their hospitality business of three self-catering cottages and a bed-and-breakfast premises at >Heathy Lea in Derbyshire.The couple lease the land for their business from the Chatsworth Estate, and pitched th...

Thinking of expanding your empire and investing in more shepherd huts? With almost half of Brits – 42% of those surveyed by UK retailer GO Outdoors to be exact - set to holiday in the UK this year instead of ven...

“Does thread count matter?” is a question we often get asked by our customers when starting to furnish their huts, and you may be surprised by the answer.Not so long ago department stores and hotels alike became fixated on what is known as ‘thread count’. If you aren't familiar with the ...

For anyone thinking of starting or expanding a glamping business, The Glamping Show is certain to be an important date in their diary. For exhibitors like us, attending such events is a great way to spread the word about our brand and share our incredibl...

Whilst we’re well known for our luxury huts and bespoke touches, it’s our eco-friendliness that we are really, really proud of. As lifelong lovers of the environment, our passion for all things green is what inspired us to set up our business in the first place.Launched in 2016 from founder ...

It’s been a particularly exciting time for Greendown Shepherd Huts. As a family run business, we’ve taken our long running passion for crafting to new heights with a new site, new production lines and a brand new display of our skilfully hand-built huts.But this is, of course, just the begin...

We always love to hear feedback from our customers, and this is a testimonial we just had to share with you. Seb from Windford Glamping in Bristol has just received the first of his three huts, and it’s safe to say he’s happy with his CONTINUE READING