Inspired by historic National Trust outbuildings in East Anglia, this collection combines timeless design, modern craftsmanship, and traditional elements like sawn boards and natural tones. Built in West Norfolk with PEFC certified Swedish timber, it reflects our commitment to sustainability and unmatched quality.
Why you should choose a Crane garden building
These are just some of the reasons why our wonderful customers choose us, and recommend us to others.
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Family is at the heart of our business
Established in 1974, Crane Garden Buildings is now run by brothers James and Nick Crane together with a team of over 80 amazing people. Read our story.
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An in-house design team, here for you
We provide a huge range of options, which we know can be overwhelming sometimes. Our friendly, expert design team know our range inside-out and are here to help guide you. We'll support you with as much help as you need before, during and after installation.
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Premium materials, built to last
Our buildings are made using high quality PEFC certified Scandinavian Redwood timber, matured for over 100 years(read more about our timber). We pair our timber with only the most robust construction methods and durable finishes available, to ensure that your building is strong, beautiful and long lasting.
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Beautifully made, just for your garden
Choose size, style, colour, layout and finish to suit your home and outdoor space. Carefully considered details, proportions and finishes create a building that genuinely enhances your garden space.
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Delivered and installed by our in-house team
All buildings are delivered and assembled on-site by our dedicated in-house team. We do this because handling every last detail ourselves is the only way that we can guarantee a perfect end result for our customers.
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A long-term investment
Our garden buildings are designed for years and years of use, enjoyment and pride of ownership. Our customers know that they are buying well, and buying once!
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10-year guarantee
We stand behind the quality of our materials and workmanship with a 10-year guarantee on our buildings.
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Over 25,271 happy customers
Over 25,271 happy customers since 1974 - and counting! We’d love for you to be next.
Sheds & Summerhouses
Our Partnership
Crane has contributed over £500,000 to the National Trust through a long-term partnership.
As Europe's largest conservation charity, its mission is to protect and preserve over 890 miles of coastline, 250,000 hectares of land, and more than 500 historic houses, castles, parks and gardens.
Our support helps their vision to protect nature, beauty and history for everyone, for ever.
Riverlands Project
Every purchase from this collection supports the Riverlands Project, which has seen the restoration of over 9km of river, creation of 70 wetlands and removal of over 70 tonnes of invasive Himalayan balsam.
The work is already bringing local wetlands back to life, including the Norfolk River Bure - a rare chalk stream on our doorstep.
Why we are so proud of our timber garden buildings
Customise your Garden Building
Use our online tool to customise a National Trust summerhouse or shed to your specifications. You can choose from a range of building sizes and colours exclusive to our National Trust range.
Handmade to Order
All our National Trust garden buildings are handmade to order in our Norfolk-based fworkshop by our team of experienced craftsmen.
Supporting the National Trust
For each National Trust building sold a contribution is made to the trust help look after and conserve these special places across East Anglia for ever, for everyone.
PEFC Certified Timber
To make our garden buildings, we use only the highest quality PEFC certified Redwood, sourced from a timber mill in Northern Sweden, which practices sustainable forestry.
No Planning Permission Required
Our National Trust garden buildings do not require planning permission as they are designed to be under 2.5m high. However, if you would like some advice on planning permission, drawings, and any necessary support you may require our knowledgable team are here to help.
National Trust Exterior Paint
This colour palette has been inspired by the special places cared for by the National Trust. There are 6 natural colours to choose from that will allow the buildings in this range to blend seamlessly into your garden.
Our Base Laying Service
We require our sheds and summerhouses have a solid, level base to sit on. For a completely hassle-free experience, you can choose our in-house base laying service.
Why Choose Crane
Established in 1975 by David Crane, Crane Garden Buildings are proud to still be, at their heart, a Norfolk-based, family-run business, and a highly rated producer of high quality timber garden buildings.
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5-year guarantee for peace of mind
50 years' Experience
Handmade to order
13 show centres across the country
Free Delivery & installation
