Which Range May Suit You?
| Range |
Main advantage |
Why choose it? |
| Fleet & Odiham |
Double glazing and wall/roof insulation included. |
Choose these when you want those features included from the outset, with an apex or pent roof. |
| Hamble & Bursledon |
Corner layout. |
Choose these when an angled entrance and corner footprint suit your garden better than a rectangular building. Insulation is optional. |
| Highclere, Kingsclere & Twyford |
Choice of appearance and specification. |
Choose these for a glazed garden retreat with optional insulation, rather than paying for an insulated specification you may not need. |
| Winchester |
Larger listed sizes and Georgian styling. |
Choose this range when you need more space or prefer Georgian windows. Listed sizes extend to 28 × 16ft; insulation is optional. |
| Royal |
Wall, roof and floor insulation plus PVCu double glazing included. |
Choose this range when a comprehensive insulated specification is your priority for regular use through colder months. |
On smaller screens, swipe sideways to view the full table. Heating and ventilation are still needed for comfortable colder-weather use. Confirm the specification, size availability and installation requirements of your chosen model or we can help.
Small Gallery of Customer Summer Houses We’ve Built
Explore our gallery of summer houses supplied and installed for customers across the UK. From peaceful garden retreats and hobby rooms to stylish spaces for relaxing and entertaining, discover how the right summer house can transform your garden.
Customers Summerhouses Supplied
Create a welcoming space in your garden with the Platinum Fleet Apex Summerhouse. Its 10ft x 10ft footprint gives you room to relax, entertain or enjoy a quiet retreat, while the classic apex roof adds a distinctive finish. Supplied to one of our customers, this summerhouse shows how a dedicated garden space can make the outdoors feel like an extension of home.
One of our customer's recently installed Platinum Kingsclere 16 foot x 8 foot summer house that our painter has just completed painting in Demidekk Cleantech "Sandsten" with the paint purchased from ourselves also.
A lovely photo to receive of our customer's building in their sunny garden in Woking! This is one of our Platinum Bursledon corner summer houses 8ft x 8ft and with some really good upgrades; roof and floor insulation and walls lined with 12mm vertical T&G, EPDM rubber roof, double glazed PVCu windows and door frames "White" internally and "Agate Grey" externally and painted in a Valtti Plus Kesto stain.
One of our Platinum supplier's recently installed Kingsclere 14 foot x 8 foot summer house. The customer upgraded to have the building fully insulated with double glazed PVCu windows and door frames with the building painted in Thorndown Agate Grey with Agate Grey PVCu windows and doors also. The customer also included black felt tiles for their roof and laminate floor in Light Grey Oak.
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Choosing and Comparing Summer Houses
Choosing the Right Summer House for Your Garden
Choosing a summer house starts with three questions: how you’ll use it, what needs to fit inside, and where it will stand. Decide these first, then compare the designs and specifications that suit your garden and budget.
Our summerhouse buying guide explains the main points to consider.
What Will You Use Your Summer House For?
For reading, relaxing or entertaining during warmer months, a traditional summer house may provide everything you need.
For a home office, studio or hobby room, also consider natural light, ventilation, power and heating. For regular winter use, explore our insulated summer houses and check the complete specification.
What Size Summer House Do You Need?
Measure your furniture and allow room to move around it and open the doors. Check usable internal dimensions as well as the building’s external footprint.
Mark out the proposed footprint in your garden before ordering. Leave suitable access for installation and space for future maintenance.
What Should You Look for When Buying a Summer House?
Compare the specifications as carefully as the photographs. Cladding, framing, floors, roof coverings, glazing and treatment all affect what you receive for your money.
Use the range comparison on this page to shortlist suitable buildings, then check each product’s details and optional upgrades.
Check the Timber and Framing
Check the cladding’s finished thickness and the framing dimensions. These measurements give you a clearer basis for comparison than descriptions such as “heavy duty”.
Don’t Overlook the Floor and Roof
Check the floor and roof materials, together with the roof covering supplied. Consider how you’ll use the floor and whether the quote includes any roof upgrades.
Doors, Windows and Glazing
Choose door and window positions to suit your view, access and furniture layout. Plenty of glass brings in light, but you may also need wall space for a desk or sofa.
Check whether glazing is single or double, whether windows open, and which upgrades cost extra. For winter use, consider glazing alongside the building’s insulation.
Don’t Choose a Summer House on Price Alone
Compare the total cost of your chosen size and specification. Confirm delivery, installation, treatment or paint, and any upgrades. Allow separately for base preparation and other services unless your quotation includes them.
Our guide to summer house costs in the UK explains what can affect the final price.
Insulated Summer Houses and Available Styles
Do You Need an Insulated Summer House?
For regular use in colder months, insulation is worth considering. For a garden retreat used mainly in warmer weather, a conventional timber summer house may be sufficient.
Check exactly which areas are insulated: walls, roof and floor. Packages vary, so don’t assume every insulated model includes all three. Glazing, ventilation and suitable heating also matter; insulation reduces heat loss but does not produce heat.
Read our guide to insulating a summerhouse for more detail.
Summer House or Summer House With a Shed?
Our summer houses with a shed combine a leisure area and separate storage in one building.
Decide how much room you need for each use before choosing the layout. Our summerhouse shed buyer’s guide explains the options.
Painted or Natural Timber Summer House?
Choose a finish that suits your garden and the maintenance you are happy to undertake. Check whether your chosen price includes treatment or painting, and follow the care instructions for that finish.
Explore our painted summer houses and summer house colour ideas for inspiration.
Summer House or Garden Room – What’s the Difference?
The terms overlap, so compare construction and intended use rather than relying on the name. A traditional summer house often suits seasonal relaxation; an insulated garden room may suit more frequent use.
For a regular workspace, check insulation, glazing and practical requirements such as power, heating and ventilation.
Summer House Delivery, Installation and Positioning
Summer Houses Delivered and Installed
Professional installation is included with our principal summer house ranges, subject to the model, delivery area, suitable access and a prepared base.
Check our delivery areas, or send us your postcode and preferred model. We can confirm coverage, installation requirements and any additional charges before you order.
What Access Is Needed for Installation?
You’ll need to carry building sections from the delivery vehicle to your base. Narrow gateways, steps, tight corners or access through a house can affect installation.
Send photographs and measurements of restricted access before ordering so we can check what is possible.
A Good Summer House Needs a Good Base
Your summer house needs a firm, flat and level base suitable for the chosen building. Confirm the exact base dimensions and manufacturer’s requirements before starting work; nominal product sizes may not be the required base dimensions.
Our summer house base guide explains the options. If you need base preparation or an old building removed, ask about our additional services, available according to location and project.
Where Should You Position a Summer House?
Consider sunlight, shade, privacy and the view from inside. Allow access for installation and maintenance, and check boundaries, drainage and any planning requirements before settling on a position.
For an awkward space, explore our corner summer houses and guide to using garden corners.
Seeing Our Summer Houses and Our Experience
Why I Recommend Seeing a Summer House Before You Buy
A visit lets you step inside, judge the space and see the floors, framing, doors and windows for yourself.
Our Surrey show site near Guildford and Woking has full-size garden buildings to compare. Not every model or configuration is on display, so contact us before travelling if you want to see a particular building.
Why Buy a Summer House From 1st Choice Leisure Buildings?
I’m Robin Antill, founder of 1st Choice Leisure Buildings. I have worked with garden buildings since 1979. Our team helps you compare specifications, understand the options and choose a building suited to your needs.
We offer buildings from a selection of manufacturers, with practical advice and a physical show site where you can see representative models.
From Marina Sheds to Titan Garden Buildings
I began with Marina Sheds in 1979 and later developed Titan Garden Buildings. My son Craig joined me in 1992 after studying carpentry, bringing practical timber and construction knowledge to the business.
Why We Formed 1st Choice Leisure Buildings
Craig and I formed 1st Choice Leisure Buildings in 2000 to offer customers a choice of buildings from different manufacturers. Craig now runs the day-to-day business, supported by our experienced team.
Read more on our About Us page.
Planning Permission and Summer House Maintenance
Do You Need Planning Permission for a Summer House?
Planning requirements depend on your property, the building’s size and height, its position and its intended use. Check what applies to your project before ordering.
Our summerhouse planning permission guide is a starting point. If you are unsure, contact your local planning authority. We can provide dimensions and product information to help with your enquiry.
Looking After Your Timber Summer House
Follow the manufacturer’s care instructions for your building and its treatment or paint system. Check the roof covering, exterior finish, doors and windows regularly, and address any maintenance promptly.
Keep vegetation and stored items away from the walls to allow airflow. Our guide to condensation and moisture provides further advice.
Summer Houses Delivered Across Southern England
Summer Houses Delivered Across Southern England
Explore summer houses for your area using the links below. Delivery and installation coverage varies by model; send us your postcode to confirm availability and any charges.
Frequently Asked Questions About Summer Houses
Do Your Summer Houses Include Installation?
Installation is included with our principal ranges, subject to the model, postcode, access and a suitable prepared base. Check the product details or ask us to confirm what your quotation includes.
Do You Offer Summer Houses Delivered and Installed in the UK?
Delivery and installation are available in eligible UK areas, with coverage varying by range. Check our delivery areas or send us your postcode and preferred model.
How Much Does a Summer House Cost?
See the product listings above for current starting prices. Your final price depends on the size, specification and options you choose. Ask for an itemised quotation covering the building, upgrades, delivery, installation and any additional services.
What Is the Best Size Summer House?
Choose a size that fits your furniture, leaves room to move comfortably and suits your garden. Mark out the footprint and check internal dimensions before ordering.
What Base Does a Summer House Need?
A firm, flat and level base built to the requirements of your chosen model. Confirm the exact dimensions before preparing it.
Can I Use a Summer House Throughout the Year?
For regular winter use, choose a suitable specification and check wall, roof and floor insulation, glazing, ventilation and heating. Comfort will depend on the complete setup and weather conditions.
Can a Summer House Be Used as a Home Office?
Yes. For regular home working, consider insulation, glazing, power, lighting, heating, ventilation, internet access and security. Occasional use in warmer weather may need a simpler specification.
Can I Have a Bespoke Summer House?
Selected ranges offer bespoke sizes and alterations. Please tell us your required dimensions, layout and finishes so we can recommend suitable options.
How Long Does a Timber Summer House Last?
Lifespan varies with construction, treatment, exposure, installation and maintenance. Follow the manufacturer’s care instructions and keep the roof and exterior finish in good condition.
Are Painted Summer Houses Available?
Yes. Explore our painted summer houses and check the colours, finishes and maintenance requirements for your chosen model.
Can I Buy a Summer House With Storage?
Yes. Combination buildings provide a leisure area and separate storage in one footprint. Check that both sections are large enough for your needs.
Can I See Your Summer Houses Before I Buy?
Yes. Visit our Surrey show site near Guildford and Woking to compare representative buildings. Contact us first if you want to see a particular model.
Which Is the Best Summer House to Buy?
The best choice depends on your intended use, available space, preferred style, and budget. Shortlist suitable models, compare what each includes, and ask us if you need help deciding.
Need Help Choosing Your Summer House?
Need Help Choosing Your Summer House?
Please tell us your preferred size, how you plan to use the building, your postcode and approximate budget. Craig and the team can help you shortlist models and explain the options.
Request a summer house quotation or plan a visit to our Surrey show site.
Robin Antill
Founder, 1st Choice Leisure Buildings
Working with garden buildings since 1979
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