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Garden sheds are an essential factor of any useful garden space. They can offer storage for large garden tools, as well as for other equipment. A generous garden shed could provide enough space for plant potting or a general workshop. Additionally, a substantial shed could be used as an inside seating area. Garden sheds are available in an enormous variety of sizes and can be specified to your precise needs, providing you full control over the amount and position of windows, type, size and location of door, and design of roof. Garden sheds usually are available in one of three materials. Wooden sheds are the typical design and can be integrated well into any garden creating a natural look, particularly if the wood used for the shed is matched to encircling fences. Wooden sheds remain extremely popular, although they will need maintenance by retreating or staining the wood to protect the life of the shed. Garden sheds are also made of metal, which is very strong and therefore ideal for storage of tools and other equipment. Metal sheds also require hardly any maintenance. The final material for garden sheds is plastic, which in modern examples is much more durable than might be expected. When considering a garden shed, it's essential to make sure that you select one that will fit in your garden space. Garden sheds should be placed on a flat area, and will require a base to be built as a foundation. This base could be produced from either concrete, paving, gravel or a floating timber base, but will need to be the right size for your shed and able to support the weight of your shed when loaded.

Average Garden shed cost in Abbots Ripton

The typical cost of Garden shed is £600. Costs vary based on the materials and the organisation selected. The upper price range can be as high as £690. The material costs are typically around £150

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Garden shed installation cost in Abbots Ripton 2025

Labour cost £420
Material cost £150
Waste removal £30
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Abbots Ripton

Abbots Ripton is a village in Cambridgeshire. It is situated five miles north of Huntingdon. It has a population of just 309, and covers 4,191 acres of land. The parish is in the District of Huntingdonshire, which also includes St Ives, St Neots, Godmanchester and Ramsey.

The village was the site of the Abbots Ripton railway disaster in 1876, where a Flying Scotsman train crashed during a blizzard.

Abbots Ripton has a lengthy history. The Domesday book records it as Riptone, and in the 11th century it was known as Riptune. Moat Farm has trees going back to Shakespeare's era, and St. Andrew's church tower is approximately 400 years old. It houses a bell manufactured in 1400 and another from 1671. The nave, aisle and porch of the church are even older, erected in the 13th century.

The village has a 17th-century pub, the Three Horseshoes, which was severely damaged by a fire in 2010 created by embers in the chimney.

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JPW Contractors

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Based: in Cambridgeshire, CB4 1TU

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07 Nov

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Huntingdon - PE28

Enquiry from: Simon L

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1. a shed base measuring 12ft x 6ft (shed size) 2. landscaping for a pond/ seating area

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12 Jul

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Huntingdon - PE28

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06 Oct

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Huntingdon - PE28

Enquiry from: John S

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i require a new roof to my garden shed. it,s a-pitched roof and shed measures app*** x 5ft. the existing roof has been degraded by time/ weather and has a hole in it. are you the property owner: relat...

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19 Jun

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Cambridge - CB24

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hello, i am moving out of my rental property in willingham on sunday july 7, and so i was wondering if you could please provide me a cost estimate for tidying up the garden. i am not sure exactly wha...

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28 Jan

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Peterborough - PE7

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Insurance quote- removal of two garden sheds and disposal. Asbestos sheets on roof so will need to be licenced to remove this and hire skip. Replace rear garden grass with new grass. Supply and fit n...

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01 May

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Cambridge - CB23

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general garden maintenance. grass mowing, shrubs pruning, occasional hedge trim. garden landscaped so easy to maintain. are you the property owner: owner property type: terrace do you have a: large g...

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18 Apr

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Chatteris - PE16

Enquiry from: Duncan A

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We have three flat roofs that need assessing for repairs: one extension roof, ond shed roof and one garage roof.

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21 Mar

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Peterborough - PE7

Enquiry from: Christopher R

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shed roof 4m x 2.6m felt roof. Felt needs replacing

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21 Jun

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Peterborough - PE2

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customer in peterborough areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for garden shed.confirmed interest via telephone, sms and email at 21/06/2022 08:25.please cal...

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19 Jun

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St. Ives - PE27

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garden shed needs to be put up and old one removed are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) do you have a: large garden what level of service are you looking for: supply, install, removal...

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17 Jun

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Peterborough - PE2

Enquiry from: Olly B

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i have just moved into a house in orton brimbles and the back garden needs a new lawn. i would like a raised vegetable plot and i will need to replace the shed. are you the property owner: owner prope...

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15 Jun

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St. Ives - PE27

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garden shed needs to be put up and old one removed are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) do you have a: large garden what level of service are you looking for: supply, install, removal...

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08 Jun

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St. Ives - PE27

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garden shed needs to be put up and old one removed are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) do you have a: large garden what level of service are you looking for: supply, install, removal...

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09 Feb

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Peterborough - PE7

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13 Oct

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St. Ives - PE27

Enquiry from: Shane D

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assembly of shed for our garden are you the property owner: owner of the property what level of service are you looking for: install do you have a: medium size garden please call to appoint

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28 Sep

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Peterborough - PE2

Enquiry from: Christine G

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concrete base *** x 7ft shed and installation are you the property owner: owner of the property what level of service are you looking for: supply, install do you have a: small garden please call to a...

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14 Jul

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Peterborough - PE2

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08 Jun

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Cambridge - CB23

Enquiry from: Christine M

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06 Jun

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Cambridge - CB23

Enquiry from: Amy C

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regular lawn mowing, taking up grass at the front of the house so we can lay stones down instead. would also like a quote to move our garden shed further back. are you the property owner: owner of the...

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Cambridge - CB23

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FAQs

Where should I put my garden shed?

Try to put your shed in open space, away from trees, bushes and other buildings. This will help to protect it from falling branches and sap. It will also mean that you can access all sides of the shed for repair and maintenance purposes. Make sure you take a look at garden shed planning rules before you pick a final spot for your shed.

Does my garden shed need a base?

Yes, your shed does need a base. This is to give it a solid, level foundation. Open soil will not help with the longevity of the shed itself or the contents within. The best materials to use to make your shed base are concrete, natural stone or wood.

How to felt a shed roof?
Whether you want to felt a new shed roof or you’re re-felting your existing shed roof, it’s simple when you know how. Read our quick guide to see how easy it is.
  1. Remove any existing fascia boards Remove the fascia boards and the old felt if you’re re-felting.
  2. Measure the shed roof Measure the roof, taking into account that you should leave around 50mm for overlaps at the eaves and 75mm at the gable ends. You’ll probably need 3 pieces of felt, but some smaller sheds only need 2.
  3. Apply felt to the roof Once you’ve cut the felt to size, apply the each piece to the roof, pulling it tight. Then nail along the length of the roof at 100mm intervals. For nails at the bottom edge, they can be wider – around 300mm. If you’re adding a piece of felt in the middle of the shed along the apex, fix it using adhesive, then nail it at the lower edge at 50mm intervals.
  4. Tidy up the overhangs Fold down the felt at each overhang and nail it securely. Cut a slit in the overhang at the apex using a pen knife, then fold that down and nail at 100mm intervals along the gable. If you like, you can add fascia boards to keep the shed looking neat. Use wood nails to secure them and then trim away any excess felt.
That’s it. It sounds scary, but it won’t take you long to felt your shed roof as long as you follow instructions carefully.
How to build a shed base?
You need a firm, level base for your shed to ensure that it stays structurally sound – without one, doors will sag, walls will lean and it won’t last you as long. But how do you build a shed base and what should you make it from? Timber shed bases A timber shed base is made from pressure-treated timber and has metal spikes that you hammer into the ground to keep it in place. You can often buy them with your shed installation kit, but they also come separately, often in 6x4 or 7x5 sizes. To build a timber shed base, you’ll drill holes then fit screws in the timber until the entire frame is built. Remember to check it’s square, then fix L-shaped feet to the inside of the frame. If you’re putting your shed on a hard surface like concrete, this is all you need to do. If you’re putting the base on soft ground, hammer in spikes at each corner until they’re level with the top of the base, then secure the spikes to the base with screws. Then you can position the shed floor onto the base. How to build a plastic shed base A plastic shed base is a simple and quick way to build a shed base. You can lay it on level concrete or paving slabs, but adding sharp sand on top will help keep it more secure. They come in a kit containing plastic grids. To build your plastic base, first measure out the site and hammer a peg into each corner and tie with string or builder’s line. Make it slightly larger than the shed base to help with drainage. Then cut into the lawn and remove the turf, making sure it’s level. Lay down a membrane sheet and weigh it down if it’s windy. Then lay out the number of plastic grids you need, then remove the locking pins and clip all the grids together. Once they’re all connected, put the locking pins back in the centre of the grids. Put your shed floor on top and you’re done! Concrete or paved shed bases For a concrete base or a shed base made from paving slabs, you’ll need to dig a sub-base. For concrete bases, you’ll need to dig down 150mm so you can add 75mm of compact hardcore under 75mm of concrete. For paved shed bases, you’ll want it to be about 120mm deep for 50mm of compact hardcore and the paving slabs.
  1. How to build a shed base out of paving slabs
    • Mix sand and cement together to make mortar or use a pre-mixed one
    • Use a trowel to lay mortar for 1 slab at a time on the sub-base and lift a damp-sided slab onto the mortar, using a piece of timber and club hammer to tap the slab into position carefully. Continue to lay the first row of slabs
    • Make equally-sized spacers in all the joints in the slabs to ensure they’re the same size, checking it’s level as you go along
    • Next lay slabs along the two adjacent outer edges, filling in the central area row by row
    • Leave the mortar to set according to the instructions or for at least 48 hours before filling in the joints with mortar or paving grout
  2. Building a shed base from concrete
    • Create a wooden frame around your shed base area (also called formwork) to stop the concrete from spreading
    • Mix pre-mixed concrete with water or use 1 part cement to 5 parts ballast
    • Wet the sub-base using a watering can with a rose on the end
    • Pour the concrete onto the framed base starting in one corner
    • Push the blade of a shovel up and down in the edges of the concrete to get rid of air bubbles
    • Use a rake to spread the concrete, leaving it around 18mm higher than the top of the frame. Work in sections of around 1-1.m2
    • Compact the concrete using a straight piece of timber that’s longer than the width of the base. Move the timber along the site, hitting it along at about half of its thickness at a time until the surface is evenly ridged
    • Remove excess concrete and level the surface by sliding the timber back and forwards from the edge that you started. Fill in any depressions and repeat until even
    • Run an edging trowel along the frame to round off exposed edges of the concrete and prevent chipping
    • Cover the concrete with a plastic sheet raised on wooden supports to allow slow drying. Weigh it down with bricks
    • Once the concrete is set, you can install your shed and remove the wooden frame with a crowbar
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