We are giving our customers and followers the opportunity to win this fantastic Piccadilly Hamper from Fortnum & Mason.
How To Enter
Entering our competition is simple! For your chance to win this fantastic prize all you have to do is like our The Annex Facebook Page, and tag someone who you would love this share this amazing hamper with. It is really as simple as that!
The competition will be running up until the 18/6/19 and the winner will be announced on the 19/6/19 on The Annex Facebook Page.
Terms & Conditions
Please note that this competition is strictly single entry per person. Staff members of the Green Retreats group also cannot be entered in this competition. Winner will be announced on 19/6/19 with a 72-hour window to get in touch to claim the prize. If the winner does not claim their prize within this time we will then pick another competition winner, winner must also be following The Annex Facebook page. Please also note this competition is only available to participants within the UK.
We are open this bank holiday! This bank holiday Monday you can visit our wide range of stunning annexes and garden rooms!
Opening Hours
Saturday 25th May | 9am – 4pm
Sunday 26th May | 10am – 4pm
Monday 27th | 10am – 4pm
Bank Holiday Showroom Opening Hours
We are expected a sunny weekend! This provides the perfect opportunity for you to visit our wide range of garden rooms and annexes at our showroom. Visit our brand new outdoor showroom and relax in the sunshine. Complete with a play area for children you can bring the whole family along!
Stop Off For A Snack
If your feeling slightly hungry, why not stop off for a bite to eat at The Long Dog Bar & Grill? With a delicious menu with various dishes to choose from, it makes the perfect family dining option.
Located just a short drive away in Waddesdon, it caters for everybody. Be sure to pick up your 10% off voucher up for grabs in our showroom.
Shop Until You Drop
And if you enjoy a spot of shopping, just around the corner you will find Bicester Village. With some of the most luxury brands across the world, you can bag some huge bargains with their massively discounted designer stuff.
Enjoy The Scenery
And why not end your day taking a stroll around the grounds of Waddesdon Manor? Their gardens are full of beautiful floral displays and rare birds. Be sure to check their website as they’re always hosting interesting and fun events suitable for all of the family!
And you can even receive free entry to the grounds by picking up one of our vouchers also available at our showroom!
Visit the showroom
This Bank Holiday Weekend
We are open from 10am – 4pm this bank holiday Monday
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Our showroom will be open to the public on Monday 6th May from 10 am – 4 pm. Our showroom showcases our wide range of garden buildings, why not pop in for a cup of tea, say hello and look around our range of products on display.
Saturday 4th May | 9am – 4pm
Sunday 5th May | 10am – 4pm
Monday 6th May | 10am – 4pm
We have both an indoor and newly opened showroom for customers to have a look around. We have a childrens playframe an
With free tea and coffee, as well as over 15 bespoke garden buildings to view, visiting the showroom is the perfect way to spend your bank holiday rain or shine! Our offices will also be open between these hours for any telephone enquiries. Be sure to take note of our address to find us this bank holiday!
You can find us at Westcott Venture Park, The Green Retreats Showroom, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0XB.
Local Activities
As well as just our showroom, there are numerous activities around us that you might want to pop in and say hello to us afterwards! These are just some of the activities near our showroom:
- Waddesdon Manor
We offer visitors to our showroom free ground entry to Waddesdon Manor as we have over the years built an exceptionally close relationship with them. You can collect your voucher from the showroom.
- Bicester Village
If you like to shop until you drop, Bicester Village is just around the corner from our showroom! With some of the most renowned luxury brands, you can enjoy a day of retail therapy with discounted prices.
- Green Dragon Eco Farm
Green Dragon Eco Farm is perfect family day out, an animal farm with activities and lots of fun things to do! Definitely a fun day out for young children.
- Long Dog Bar & Grill
And then why not finish off your day with a delicious bite to eat and The Long Dog in Waddesdon, collect your 10% off voucher at our showroom!
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The planet we live on is full of incredible creatures and landscapes, which is why we should do everything we can to keep the planet healthy!
Our Eco-Policy
As a business, The Green Retreats group takes the well-being of the environment very seriously. Our planet provides us with so many resources and living space, keeping it healthy and looking after it is a task that we should all be taking part in! It is of the utmost importance to us that all of our processes are as eco-friendly as possible. Which is why our systems and services follow strict guidelines to ensure that we are doing out bit for the planet.
We work closely with Buck Recycling to ensure that all of our waste is recycled and that none of our excess materials ends up in a landfill harming the environment. Because of this, you can enjoy your annex and extra living space knowing that it has been constructed with the planet in mind.
What Makes The Annex UK Green?
Our factory is 100% Carbon neutral, meaning that the products produced and day to day actions have no negative impact on the planet. We get the power for our factory and office from a solar farm which is onsite. There are over 6000 solar panels installed across a huge 10 acres of runway at the former RAF base. You can read more about how we are a green company by reading our environmental policy on our website.
What We Have Done For Earth Day
In celebration of earth day, we have donated to a fantastic charity called BBOWT. The BBOWT charity work tirelessly to ensure the safety of our local environment. They work hard to protect wildlife and protect their habitats allowing them to flourish and continue their lives undisturbed by human activity. To donate to this incredible charity, visit their website!
Do Your Bit For The Environment!
There are many different ways that you and your family can alter your home life to become more eco-friendly and to do your bit for the planet. Read this article to discover some of the top ways to create an eco-friendly home life! We hope that this article was helpful, if it was then why not share on social media?
We are overjoyed to announce the grand opening of our outdoor showroom space!
Visit The Showroom For An Easter Themed Celebration!
We will be finally opening our outdoor showroom space to the public, and giving all visitors exclusive viewings of the new outdoor buildings. The fun does not stop there! To get into the Easter Spirit we have devised a number of fun Easter activities for children (and adults) to celebrate! Not only this, but our showroom also has a new look, and has taken on an Easter themed style for the special occasion. As a special thank you to our attendees, we will also be giving all visitors an exclusive discount on our new annexe buildings!
In collaboration with the outdoor showroom launch, we will also be celebrating the launch of our brand new product The Annex! The Annex is a building perfectly suited for year round living in a fully functioning garden room. You can explore our fully furnished annexe buildings at the showroom during our spring event, our annexe buildings have been designed and furnished in order to create a calm environment that allows an authentic viewing experience as though the annexe was in your own back garden.
Exclusive Discounts
Not only this, all visitors that visit our showroom during the event will receive an exclusive
Event Dates & Times
As previously mentioned our Spring event will be running from April 15th until the 22nd. Our opening hours are as followed;
Good Friday
- 19th April 10am – 4pm
Saturday
- 20th April 9am – 4pm
Easter Sunday
- 21st April CLOSED
Easter Monday
- 22nd April 10am – 4pm
In the meantime, you can request our brochure here for design and style inspiration, or you can contact us via the contact form below. But we really hope to see you at the showroom for our Green Retreats Spring event!
*Disclaimer – £500 discount not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.*
Home improvements are the current hot topic in the world of home design and getting onto the property ladder. In order to increase living space, it is imperative that you look at all your options and choose something best suited to your budget and home layout.
Why Increase Living Space?
There are many reasons why you may want to extend your home, whether it be for the purpose of general expansion, or to make way for a new member of your growing family, or even to create your own recreational space. Not only this but adding extra space to your home also adds a copious amount of home value, meaning that when it comes to selling up, your homes original value is going to have amplified. Take a look here for more information on increasing your home value. Overall, there are a number of beneficial reasons as to why you would want to extend your home, in this article we talk about some of the best and most practical ways that you can extend your property.
Annexe
Annexes are currently dominating the world of home improvement and are becoming an increasing must have for any UK home. The best thing about an annexe is that unlike any other form of home extension, they do not have to be connected to your current property. They can be placed almost anywhere you please within your garden space, and allow ultimate privacy. The main reason an annexe is a preferred method of adding extra space to a home is it’s outstanding privacy qualities. If you have a son/daughter away at university, the garden annexe is guaranteed to be one of the best home improvements you can invest in, in order to make space for them if their old room is currently occupied or is no longer available.
And the advantageous features of the annexe do not end there! It can be heartbreaking for some people to even bear the thought of putting their parents or loved ones into a care home. An annexe eliminates the need for care homes and can bring your loved ones as close as they can be! A granny annexe is suited for the elderly with easy access and contains all of the amenities needed for daily living like a shower, toilet, cooker and sink. Life in an annexe is compared to life in a property, it has everything your home has and is perfectly suited for permanent living. So you can give your loved ones the privacy they need by not being attached to your home and directly sharing the same residence. But you also then have the peace of mind that your family members are safe, and only at the end of your garden if you want to pay a visit or need them! It is important to remember that an annexe has all of the same qualities as a house does, it is just smaller and less costly – making it the number one form of home extension!
Loft Conversion
Loft conversions are another form of home conversion that is swiftly rising in popularity. It’s main benefit being that it does not require planning permission in certain circumstances. If you have a home with a simple layout with a relatively large roof space, the likelihood is that you will not need planning permission. Although it’s imperative that if considering a loft conversion, you do your research and find out whether or not you will need planning permission. If you’re looking to add extra living space for an elderly relative, or someone who struggles with limited mobility, a loft extension may not be best suited. Although stairlifts and things can be added for accessibility, it still is a difficult task, and can be tiresome and not ideal when somebody is not always at home.
The only issue that you could have with your loft conversion is spacing. Although it may offer you a wide amount of floor space, as its the top of your home and is near your roofing system, it could have an obscure layout. Dips, random changes in height and corners with lower roofs are common in loft conversions, and can compromise the way you have to layout and design your space.
Added Home Extension
And then there is the standard home conversion process of adding on an extra room through construction. The main issue that homeowners have with property extensions is planning permission. There are a huge amount of guidelines that have to be followed and strict rules. This can be to do with the space available to you, or if your neighbours are not happy with your decision to expand they can also reject this and in some cases even prevent your building works from commencing.
The main issue being that you are in limited control of spacing with a home extension. As it is attached to your home like any other room in your property, it involves a lot of work and editing to your homes original foundations which is often what is offputting to homeowners. However, it adds space into your existing property for multipurpose use.
Enquire About Our Annexes Today
Our garden annexe is available with plenty of different design options and can be altered with a range of add ons. All of our buildings come with things like showers and cookers included, and our electricians and plumbers will handle all of the fittings, which is included in our pricing.
If you’re thinking an annexe may be perfect for you, please feel free to contact our team who will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.
Transforming Spaces, Transforming Lives.
Bring The Family Together
An annex is a practical way to bring the family together, and it is a much easier process than you might think.
We take care of it
At The Annex, we work closely with our customers to create a bespoke annex that suits perfectly for their needs, lifestyle and budget. What’s more, we take care of everything from start to finish. We make sure that there are no nasty surprises or hidden costs, being transparent throughout the entire project. So that’s one thing off your mind.
Comfortable and contemporary
A building from The Annex is no compromise when it comes to creating a quality home & living space. Finished to the same high specification as a new-build house, with the finishes that make a contemporary living solution and a familiarly cozy home.
Bring the family together
An Annex as a solution to bring your family closer together gives the perfect balance of independent living and community. By adding an annex building to your current home and garden, you are creating two distinct environments for each part of the family to have independence from each other.
An Annex is a popular and highly cost effective way to care for an elderly or vulnerable relative. Staying social, maintaining dignity and independence are really important considerations for both the young and old. A small home from The Annex can help.
