Garden Hobby Room

Garden hobby room solutions from Waltons include fully insulated spaces ranging from 3m wide to 6m wide.

Garden hobby room solutions from Waltons include fully insulated spaces ranging from 3m wide to 6m wide. Whether you’re looking for a modest space to read or do a bit of sewing, a larger room for indulging a passion for crafting, or a full-size art studio in which to unleash your creativity, our hobby sheds offer you quality at an affordable price point. 

This range features sturdy 72mm or 100mm double-skinned walls insulated with EcoQuilt technology. Tongue-and-groove floors are protected from the cold thanks to Air Tech insulation, and double-glazed windows come as standard. Be sure to read through our garden room buying guide to help you make your choice, and rest assured that all options come with a 10-year-anti-rot guarantee and free installation as part of the package. In addition, all the timber used in our garden rooms is sustainable and certified certified, and the buildings themselves are manufactured here in the UK.

Choosing a garden hobby room

To choose your perfect garden hobby room, you need to weigh up your personal preferences and the practicalities of the space. Start by defining the room's purpose, whether it's for crafting, reading, or pursuing artistic hobbies like painting or music. Assess the available space and choose a size that comfortably accommodates your hobbies. 

It makes sense to opt for durable, weather-resistant materials and sufficient insulation for year-round use. Also look for an option that gives you plenty of light, both for practical purposes and to create an inviting atmosphere for you to put all your hobby room ideas into practice. Make sure you have enough room and flexibility for different furniture and storage arrangements to organise hobby equipment and supplies. Ultimately, you’ll need a garden hobby room that combines functionality with a welcoming environment tailored to your passions. 

Uses for a garden hobby room

A garden hobby room can serve as a versatile sanctuary for all kinds of creative pursuits. It provides an ideal space for arts and crafts, likes painting, drawing or sewing. Book lovers can transform a hobby shed into a reading retreat, while budding writers can find inspiration in a quiet garden atmosphere. Whether pursuing hobbies like knitting, model-building or mindful endeavours like yoga, a well-appointed garden hobby room can fuel your passion and provide the perfect spot to relax.

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What are the benefits of a garden hobby room?

Let loose your creative side, focus on a special project or grow a creative business in your very own garden hobby room. Whether you’re after a sewing room, a painting studio or somewhere to set up your potter's wheel, an insulated garden room from Waltons provides the perfect blank canvas. Ranging in size from compact 3m designs to super-spacious 6m wide rooms, there’s a model to suit every hobby.

Insulated garden rooms are comfortable to work in whatever the weather — high quality EcoQuilt insulation and double-glazing help to retain heat in winter but keep everything cool in summer. They’re cheaper and easier than adding an extension to your house, rarely require planning permission and can even add value to your property should you decide to move in the future.

Can someone install my garden hobby room for me?

Yes. If you’re looking for hassle-free installation of your hobby room where a team of professionals will do the heavy lifting for you (literally), then you’ve come to the right place. Although you can choose to build a DIY hobby room yourself, you can also benefit from free home installation included as standard with Waltons’ normal garden room range. The process makes it as easy as possible for you: take care of the foundation with a concrete or paving slab base yourself, and our expert teams will install your new garden hobby room for you. Head to our shed base installation guide to find out more about what you need to do to prepare the foundation.

What is the best garden room for crafts and hobbies?

All of the fantastic garden rooms in our collection have bright and airy interiors full of natural light. Whether you choose a compact design or one of our larger structures depends on your budget, garden space and the hobby you want to accommodate.

A solo painting easel fits perfectly in one of our petite 3m garden rooms. If you want to invite a sitter into your studio you may want to add a couple of square metres. A workbench or pottery wheel will feel better in a roomier 5m or 6m structure.

For a family hobby room, consider our most spacious garden rooms so you can include storage, chairs and tables. Remember that your garden room’s use may evolve over time, and if you invest in a larger size, you can turn it into a home office or full-blown entertainment space in the future.

Do you need planning permission for an office hobby room?

One of the best reasons to go for an insulated garden room is that you’re unlikely to need planning permission in most regular back gardens. Simply choose the model you want and have it installed and up and running in almost no time.

If you’re unsure of the rules, live in a small house, or own a listed building, it’s always best to double check planning permission rules with your local council. Get an idea with our helpful planning permission infographic.

How to organise your garden hobby room

Organise your hobby room according to what you like to do. Installing plenty of storage shelves or cupboards is a good idea for keeping materials tidy and safely out of reach of children, and a flat surface with comfy chairs will create a pleasant workspace.

Think early in the process about installing mains electricity to power sewing machines, lights and a music speaker. You’ll need to hire a professional to do this safely and comply with building regulations. Read our summary on getting power to your shed for a handy checklist.

You may want to get afresh water supply to your hobby house. Cleaning tools, paintbrushes and mixing paints is difficult if you don’t want to lug water from the garden tap. The supply doesn’t have to be hot and there are also ideas for off-grid options in our article.

Where should you put your garden hobby shed?

Put your garden hobby shed somewhere with plenty of sunlight. Remember that it’s not just the view from the hobby room that matters. What you see from your house is also important. Consider whether to make your new garden room a focal feature or whether you prefer to cleverly disguise it with shrubs or screening.

Most importantly, think from the inside out. Try sitting in the garden and choosing the view you want to frame with the window. Bear in mind that nearby deciduous trees will lose their leaves in winter and create shade in summer.

Make sure you leave plenty of space around your hobby shed for maintenance, whether that’s annual painting or keeping the windows squeaky clean. Before you have your garden room installed by our experts you’ll need to make a level, solid base for it to rest on. Find out more about laying a foundation in our shed base building guide.

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