In the coming weeks, we will begin to think about packing up the BBQ, dusting off our wellies, reaching for our autumn wardrobe, and commencing thermostat wars with the other members of our households! For those of you caring for horses, there will be a few other jobs to add to your checklist in order…
This year, the early summer weather is a little bit hit and miss. One moment it’s sunny, and the next we’re donning our rain macs! Hopefully, we’ll soon be slapping on the Factor 50 as the summer establishes. However, as the heat begins to vamp up, it’s not just us humans that will need some…
If you would like to build a permanent equestrian construction – such as stables or field shelter – it is very likely that you will need planning permission. The need for planning permission for stables will depend on whether the stables fit within the permitted development criteria for your local area. We explore if planning…
In recent years, we have seen an increased demand for wooden home offices as the opportunity to work from home (or WFH as the modern among us say) grows in popularity. With more employers recognising the benefits that flexible and home working can have on the productivity of their employees (thanks to a reduced commute,…
Our gardens and outdoor spaces have never been so important to us. Improvements in technology mean the modern world can do more at a faster pace. While this enables us to achieve greater things, it also means we often forfeit our time to unwind and relax as a result. Our timber garden buildings are loved by…
While there are no set rules or requirements stating that you should move your field shelter once it is in place, there are lots of benefits associated in doing so. After all, you may as well utilise the fact that your shelter is indeed ‘mobile’ rather than just revelling in the fact that you didn’t need…
Those of you that know us well will be clued-up about our skill set and will be well aware that it’s not just stables and barns that we specialise in. We have earned a unique position in the market as one of the leading installers of timber buildings and one of our current projects in…
We don’t need to tell you that mobile field shelters are used for sheltering horses, but did you know that mobile field shelters have lots of other potential uses too? Mobile field shelters are not just for horses During our 35 years of industry experience we have tailored field shelters for all kinds of purposes. …
Whether attached to your house or as a free-standing structure, there are so many possible designs for wooden carports depending on your budget and personal taste. At this time of year, they are perfect for storing and protecting your car but that’s not the only thing they are great for. We’ve built lots of carports,…
We love a challenge here at National Timber Buildings and our latest undertaking is exactly that. We are very excited to be involved in such a unique community project that may prove a real second chance to those willing to grab it. What’s the plan? Well, we are currently building a ten stall American Barn…