Stop guessing your shed size. In this shed size guide for UK gardens we’ll walk through how to measure your space and what you can realistically fit into the most popular sizes – 6×4 ft, 7×5 ft and 8×6 ft. We’ll also take a quick look at bases, doors, windows, roof styles and other details that make the difference between a shed that works and one that’s always slightly in the way. This article contains affiliate links (#ad). If you buy through my links, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. If you’re still deciding on materials and build quality, you might also like to read…

Each week we look at click-through rates, reader questions and real-world feedback to see which garden sheds are capturing your attention. The result is this simple list of top 5 garden sheds this week – an at-a-glance edit of sizes and styles our readers are most drawn to right now. This post contains affiliate links. This article includes affiliate links to Buy Sheds Direct via AWIN. If you buy through these links (#ad), Danbury & Lovejoy may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the journal. Whether you’re after a compact 6×4 tool shed, a secure bike store for a side return or…

A well-chosen shed is only half the story. The way you style the front – the path, pots, door and little details around it – is what turns a basic outbuilding into a place you actually enjoy walking out to. The good news is that you don’t need a show-garden budget. A few simple shed frontage ideas can make even a modest 6×4 shed look welcoming and deliberate. This post contains affiliate links. This article includes affiliate links to Amazon and Buy Sheds Direct via AWIN. If you buy through these links (#ad), Danbury & Lovejoy may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for…

Choosing a garden shed shouldn’t feel like sitting an exam. But with timber, metal and plastic sheds all competing for attention, how do you decide which is the best match for your UK garden? This quick guide compares the essentials — security, longevity, maintenance, price and appearance — so you can make the right call for your space and budget. This page contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through them — at no extra cost to you. Quick comparison: timber vs metal vs plastic sheds Shed Material Best For Why Choose It Considerations Timber Cottage gardens & personalised spaces Beautiful, can paint/stain, good all-rounder…

Choosing a garden shed is oddly personal. It’s not just somewhere to dump the mower – it’s where tools live, projects start and half the garden ends up in winter. The trouble is, every product page promises “premium quality” and “easy assembly”. That’s where real-world feedback becomes invaluable. This post contains affiliate links. This article includes affiliate links to Buy Sheds Direct via AWIN. If you buy through these links (#ad), Danbury & Lovejoy may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the journal. Choosing a garden shed is oddly personal. It’s not just somewhere to dump the mower – it’s where tools…

If you live in a terrace, flat or compact house, bike storage can quickly become a headache. Hallways fill up, tarps blow away and wheels gather rust in the rain. The answer, for many of us, is a slimline bike storage shed –a compact, lockable store that keeps your bikes dry, secure and out of the way, even in a small UK garden. This post may contain affiliate links. If you buy something through these links, we may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. Why invest in a slimline bike shed? A purpose-built bike storage shed does a few important jobs at once: Keeps your…

Chalky soil, common in many parts of southern England, can be notoriously challenging for gardeners. Its alkalinity, quick-draining nature and shallow topsoil often leave plants thirsty and nutrient-deprived. Yet, not all is lost: some herbs love these conditions and flourish where others struggle. At Danbury & Lovejoy we’ve spent years coaxing abundant growth from our East Sussex allotment, and today we’re sharing five herbs that thrive in chalky soil along with the tools that make cultivating them a pleasure. Why Chalky Soil Needs Special Attention Chalky soils are made up of larger particles with low organic matter, making them free-draining and alkaline (pH 7.1 or higher). Water and nutrients move…

Choosing a new garden shed can feel oddly overwhelming, so this guide breaks down how to choose the right shed size for your space, along with the best material and base to go with it. Instead of guessing and hoping for the best, we’ll walk through what you’ll store, where the shed will live, and which options will actually work in a real UK garden, not just in the catalogue photos. This post contains affiliate links. This article includes affiliate links to Amazon and Buy Sheds Direct via AWIN. If you buy through these links (#ad), Danbury & Lovejoy may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.…