Business Huts FAQs

Yes, all our huts and cabins are fully customisable. Whether you are looking to enhance the bathroom decor with Fired Earth tiles, add more amenities or have a specific idea in mind to elevate the overall guest experience, there are plenty of ways we can work with you to fulfil your creative brief.

Absolutely! We offer a range of utility huts designed to complement your guest accommodation. From our bestselling Garden Privy, which provides a beautifully crafted outdoor bathroom, to our luxury Sauna and Treatment Huts, perfect for enhancing wellbeing experiences, our utility huts blend seamlessly with our shepherd’s huts. In addition, our Dog Wash hut is the perfect solution for keeping muddy paws out of guest accommodation.

We have delivered huts to businesses of all sizes, from single-hut retreats to sites with 25 huts. Use our Holiday Hut Rental Calculator to find out how long it could take to see a return on your investment.

We have partnered with Anglo Scottish, one of the UK’s most trusted finance brokers, to offer tailored financing options for commercial use. This allows for more flexible payment options and can help you manage the cost of your huts.

Our huts are designed to be mobile, sitting on cast-iron wheels. However, they are often heavy, so while they can be easily repositioned within some sites by a tractor or 4×4, they are not designed to travel down the road on the iron wheels. If you need to relocate your hut, specialist equipment may be required.

In most cases, shepherd’s huts are considered mobile structures and don’t require planning permission, especially if used as a garden retreat or home office. However, if you plan to use your hut for guest accommodation, business purposes or in certain protected areas (such as AONBs or listed properties), you may need to seek permission. We always recommend checking with your local planning authority first for guidance, and we’re happy to provide advice based on our experience.

Absolutely! At Plankbridge, we understand that launching a new venture can be daunting, which is why we offer additional support to help you get your business off the ground. From social media advice to marketing strategies, we can guide you in showcasing your new shepherd’s hut to the right audience, ensuring it stands out and reaches its full potential.

Yes, all Plankbridge huts are delivered fully built and ready to use. Once in position, they just need to be connected to any required utilities such as water, electricity or waste systems. If you’ve chosen an off-grid solution, your hut will be self-sufficient from the moment it arrives.

As each Plankbridge hut is built to order, lead times vary depending on your specifications and our current build schedule. For the most up-to-date timeframe, please give our team a call – we would be happy to discuss your project and timeline.

Yes, we offer private viewings at our workshop so you can explore our huts, see at first-hand the craftsmanship that goes into each and every one of our huts and discuss your project with the team.

Yes, if you’re using the hut for commercial purposes, it may need to be registered as a business property and you should ensure you comply with local health and safety regulations.

Our huts are delivered fully built on a specialist trailer. We require clear access with sufficient width and height, and in some cases, a crane or telehandler may be needed to position the hut. Ideally, a hard-standing base or firm, level ground should be prepared in advance to ensure a smooth installation. Our team can advise on the best approach based on your site.

A firm, level surface is essential but full hard standing isn’t always required. The right base depends on the weight of your hut and the ground conditions. On soft ground, oak sleepers or paving slabs can provide good support, while heavier huts may benefit from compacted gravel or a concrete base beneath the wheels. We can advise on the best options.

Yes, we can deliver Plankbridge huts worldwide. Our team will coordinate logistics to ensure your hut arrives safely at its destination wherever you are. If you are based in the US, you  may find our blog helpful for insights on international delivery. Get in touch to discuss your location and requirements.

If your hut includes a bathroom or kitchen, you’ll need suitable plumbing and groundwork. A mains water connection is ideal, but off-grid options like water tanks and pumps are available. Wastewater can be directed to mains drainage, a septic tank or a soakaway, with composting toilets an eco-friendly alternative. We provide a detailed groundworks plan so your local tradesmen can prepare the necessary utilities before delivery, ensuring a smooth set-up and minimal disruption.

For electricity, we can accommodate a variety of power options. Whether you need a standard mains connection, solar power or off-grid solutions, we’ll ensure your hut is equipped with the necessary electrical supply.