What Is the Best Timber for a Pergola? A Practical UK Guide to Choosing the Right Wood

Pergola Timber DIY Pergola Guide Boxgola Pergolas UK Steel brackets might provide the connections, but timber gives a pergola much of its character. The species, grade, treatment, condition and finish of the wood you choose can influence everything from the finished appearance to how straightforward the pergola is to assemble and maintain. For homeowners planning […]
Why British-Made Pergolas Matter: The Benefits of Choosing a UK-Manufactured Garden Structure

British-Made Pergolas Boxgola Pergolas Outdoor Living UK When choosing a pergola for your garden, it is easy to focus entirely on size, appearance and price. However, where the system is designed and manufactured can be just as important. A high-quality pergola needs to cope with changing British weather, provide reliable structural connections and continue looking […]
How to Choose the Right Pergola Size for Your Garden: A Homeowner’s Guide

Pergola Size Guide Boxgola Pergolas Outdoor Living UK Choosing the right pergola size can completely change how well an outdoor space works. Too small and the structure may feel cramped or fail to cover the furniture you want beneath it. Too large and it can overwhelm the garden, reduce usable lawn space or feel out […]
How to Create Privacy in Your Garden Without Making It Feel Smaller

Garden Privacy Pergola Design Outdoor Living UK Creating privacy is one of the biggest challenges facing homeowners with overlooked, compact or newly landscaped gardens. Tall fencing and solid walls may appear to offer an immediate solution, but they can also block natural light, make boundaries feel more imposing and leave a smaller garden feeling enclosed. […]
Why Every New Build Garden Needs a Focal Point and How to Create One

Garden Design New Build Gardens Outdoor Living UK New build homes are often designed with bright interiors, practical layouts and modern finishes, but the garden can sometimes feel like an afterthought. A square lawn, a small patio and a boundary fence may provide a blank canvas, yet without a clear feature to draw the eye, […]
Boxgola at the Blenheim Palace Flower Show 2026: A Fantastic Weekend of Outdoor Living Inspiration and Meaningful Connections

Boxgola Events June 2026 Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire Following an outstanding three days at the Blenheim Palace Flower Show 2026, the entire Boxgola team would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who visited our stand, shared ideas, asked questions and took the time to learn more about our pergola systems and outdoor living […]