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Browse our full range of garden sheds for sale in the UK, made in our own factory. As a UK manufacturer with over 25 years of experience, we offer premium wooden sheds built to our own specification — alongside a curated selection of metal sheds and plastic storage sheds.
Why Buy Garden Sheds from Garden Buildings Direct?
- Minimum 10-Year Guarantee on all models
- British-made quality and construction
- Free GB Delivery on most postcodes
- Flexible finance available on every order
Whether you need to clear the garden, lock up bikes and valuables, or create a dedicated workshop space, we have a shed for the job — in a wide range of sizes and materials. Need help deciding? Read our complete guide to buying a shed.
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Find a Shed Size that Fits
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Choosing the Right Type of Shed for You
Here are some of our most popular shed styles
There’s a wooden shed for almost any garden. Choose your size first, then decide what matters most — a particular roof type (apex or pent), cladding thickness, windowed or windowless. They're great for everyday storage, and a solid choice if you want a light workshop too.
If security and low maintenance are top of your list, a metal shed is a strong choice. Many designs include practical features like lockable points and sliding doors, and galvanised finishes help with long-term weather resistance. They come in a range of sizes to fit different storage needs, up to garage size.
Plastic sheds are a straightforward, low-maintenance option. Modern designs are durable, easy to live with, and come in a range of sizes and looks — ideal for keeping tools, cushions and garden kit stored away without any hard work.
Potting sheds are a practical alternative to a greenhouse if you want a sheltered gardening workspace that provides warmth for plants and still has room for tool storage.
All of our sheds are patio-friendly, perfect for placement on concrete, brick, or slabbed patio areas. As long as your patio is large enough for your chosen size of shed (we have some very large ones), you should be fine to commence with building.
Please bear in mind that if your patio is not completely level, an extra base may be required to give the shed a flat surface to stand on.
If you have wooden decking rather than a patio, check out this guide: Can I Put a Shed on Decking?
Want space to make or fix things? Workshops tend to be larger and sturdier, with layouts that suit benches, storage and moving equipment in and out easily. If you’re planning to spend time inside, it’s worth sizing up so it feels like a workspace rather than a storage box.
Keeping your bike safe has never been easier. Our collection of bike sheds for sale features both walk-in sheds and reduced-height mini sheds, each perfectly optimised for bike storage. With security features like padlock hoops often included, these are essential for any enthusiastic cyclist.
A corner shed is perfectly designed for staying out of the way, saving space and looking good in your garden, with diagonal-facing doors for easy access.
Perfect for side alleys and narrow gaps. Lean-to sheds sit neatly against a wall or fence, with a simple and stylish sloped roof.
Need storage on a tighter budget? This range focuses on the essentials — practical space, sensible specs, and strong value. Even our lowest-priced wooden sheds still come with our 10-year guarantee, so you don’t have to compromise on peace of mind.
If you need to budget carefully, our selection of cheap sheds is where you want to look.
FAQs
Since 2020, we no longer have a physical showroom and all trade is conducted online. Our website shows previews of every size of building with precise measurements to make it easy for you to make an informed buying decision.
When you visit a product page, changing between sizes will immediately show you what the exact size looks like.
We don’t currently offer a shed installation service. Our garden sheds are supplied for self-assembly and include full fitting instructions.
Delivery is available within Great Britain. Delivery charges can apply depending on your postcode zone — please see our delivery information page for full details.
Usually, no. Most UK properties are allowed sheds as 'permitted developments' with no planning permission required, provided they are not placed in a front garden or exceed height limits. If you live in a listed property, a conservation area, or are unsure about boundary rules, please read our quick guide to shed planning permission to double-check before ordering.
When we say a 'base', we mean a surface that is:
- Flat (check with a spirit level)
- Solid (bricks, slabs, concrete, or a base kit. NOT soil, grass or loose gravel)
- With drainage (it doesn't have to be raised, but rainwater has to be able to leave the area.)
So yes, all sheds require a base.
It is important that a shed stands in a location where it will be able to easily remain upright without undue stress on the structure, and where it won't be absorbing water. Our wooden sheds all come with pressure treated floor bearers which raise the floor slightly above the ground, so you can place yours straight onto a level patio or reinforced decking without issue.
If your designated shed location is currently soft, you could level this out and use our Ecobase product to save you the work of landscaping.
The size of your shed depends on how you plan to use it. Whether you need space for tools, a workshop, or even a garden office, we offer sheds in a range of sizes to fit your space. Use our shed size guide to find the perfect match for your garden.
Garden Sheds
Wooden, Metal or Plastic: Which Shed is Right for You?
The material you choose affects how your shed looks, how long it lasts, and how much maintenance it needs. Here's a quick guide:
- Wooden sheds — the classic choice and our speciality as a UK manufacturer.
- Natural appearance that blends into most gardens
- Easy to customise — paint or stain any colour after assembly
- Strong and solid; suitable for workshops and hobby spaces
- Requires periodic treatment to maintain weatherproofing
- Metal sheds — a practical, security-focused alternative.
- Very low maintenance — no treating or painting required
- Resistant to rot, warping, and pests
- Typically quicker to assemble than timber
- Can be prone to condensation; less easy to customise
- Plastic sheds — the ultimate low-maintenance option.
- Completely weatherproof and rust-proof
- Never needs treating, painting, or staining
- Lightweight and easy to relocate
- Less suited to heavy-duty workshop use
If high-end resiliance, weather resistance and weight-bearing is what you're looking for, our specialist range of heavy duty sheds is where you need to look.
For a more detailed breakdown, our shed buying guide covers material choice alongside size, base preparation, and planning rules. Or if value is the priority, our budget shed range spans all three materials.
The Garden Buildings Direct Quality Standard
Because we manufacture our own wooden sheds in the UK, we control every stage of the build — from the timber we select to the fittings on the door. Here's what that means in practice:
- 11mm Tongue & Groove Cladding: Thicker than the 7mm overlap boards used on our budget range, tongue and groove cladding interlocks for a tight, weatherproof fit with no gaps for wind or rain to exploit. Our Heavy Duty range steps this up further with 15mm T&G on walls, roof, and floor.
- Slow-grown, FSC-certified timber: Denser and more dimensionally stable than fast-grown alternatives, meaning your shed holds its shape through UK winters without warping.
- Shatterproof styrene glazing: Lighter than glass and won't shatter if struck — a practical choice for garden buildings where safety around children and pets matters.
- Ready to personalise: Our wooden sheds are supplied untreated, so you can paint or stain them any colour you choose straight after assembly — no waiting for a factory treatment to wear off before your own coat will take. If you'd prefer a shed that arrives ready to weather, our pressure treated range offers long-term protection built in from the start.
All our wooden sheds are covered by a 10-year manufacturer's guarantee against structural defect.
Choosing the Right Shed Size
Shed sizes are quoted width × depth — bear in mind the stated size refers to the external frame, not the internal floor space. As a general guide:
- 6×4 and small sheds: The right choice for a smaller garden or a tighter budget. Stores a lawnmower, garden tools, and seasonal kit without taking over the garden. See our small garden sheds.
- 6×6 and 7×5: Our most popular starter size. Fits a lawnmower, bikes, tools, and seasonal furniture — with enough space left for a workbench along one wall.
- 8×6: The go-to for dual-purpose use. Space for a dedicated workbench alongside storage, a hobby space, or a bike rack with room to spare. See our full 8×6 shed range.
- 10×8 and larger: Workshop-grade space for woodworking, a year-round hobby room, or locking away e-bikes and expensive equipment securely. If you plan to spend real time in it, also consider our garden workshops.
Not sure which size is right for your garden? Our guide to shed sizes provides a detailed breakdown of matching size to purpose and how big you can legally go.
Shed Advice and Buying Guides
Everything you need to buy, install, and maintain your shed is in our Shed Advice Hub. Popular topics include:
- Complete shed buying guide — size, material, specification, and what to avoid
- Shed bases and foundations — what base you need and how to prepare the ground
- Shed maintenance tips — how to treat, repaint, and extend the life of a wooden shed
- Planning permission for sheds — what the permitted development rules mean in practice
Customer Testimonials
David's Master Apex Shed
The whole experience was first class from selection, to order, to delivery. The additional information on base types, roof types etc. on the website meant we could tailor the final configuration.
Carlos' Expert Apex Workshop
I had a good look at the offer online and Garden Buildings Direct’s products seemed to be of high-quality specs and I liked the design and instructions. Feedback for GBD is also positive so I was inspired and confident.
Ian’s Expert Tongue and Groove Workshop
I found using the website easy and very quick. Erecting the shed was easy as we had full instructions for every stage.
Stuart's Expert Reverse Workshop
We found GBD’s customer service excellent. The shed was delivered in good time and order. The shed is now almost up and ready for my son to use as his Man cave!
Nadeem's Expert Reverse Apex Workshop
The best choice I made was buying from Garden Buildings Direct! The Expert Reverse Apex Workshop is quite strong and we had no problems throughout the whole process - from order to construction.