Blakesleys is an independent information portal for people in the UK looking to understand garden verandas and pergolas. We write guides that answer the questions homeowners and garden planners ask most often, from choosing between structures to understanding what works in British weather.
What this site covers
Our focus is garden verandas and pergolas: what they are, how they differ, what materials suit different gardens, and how to plan for drainage, wind exposure and year-round use. Readers come here to weigh options before committing to a design, to understand planning considerations, and to work out what a structure will mean for their outdoor space.
We also look at maintenance, seasonal changes, and the practical questions that emerge once a veranda or pergola is in place. Each guide starts with the reader's question and works through the answer in plain language.
Who the site is for
This portal serves homeowners, renters with landlord permission, and anyone planning a garden project in the UK. Some readers are at the early stage of exploring what might work; others have narrowed their choice and want detail on one structure type or material. We write for both, keeping explanations clear and examples grounded in real garden conditions.
How a guide is made
We start with the questions people search for. Each topic is researched from publicly available sources, then written to answer the question directly. Guides are checked for accuracy and updated when materials, regulations or common practice change. The approach is straightforward: no jargon without explanation, no assumptions about prior knowledge.
Where a topic calls for comparison, we present the options side by side. Where a process has steps, we describe them in order. The aim is always to leave the reader clearer than when they arrived.
What the site does not do
We do not offer personal advice tailored to individual properties or planning applications. We do not sell goods, services or installations, and no builder, supplier or manufacturer sponsors our content. You will not find rankings that claim one material or design is objectively superior. The information here is general; decisions about your own garden remain yours to make.
How to reach us
Questions, corrections and topic suggestions are welcome. Write to [email protected] and we will reply within 48 hours. If you spot an error or think a guide could cover something more clearly, let us know. Reader feedback shapes what we write next.
Disclaimer: This site is for general information only. We do not sell any goods or services.