Scotts of Thrapston has an enviable reputation for manufacturing quality timber summerhouses and bespoke garden buildings. Along with a stunning range of their own, Scotts produces two desirable garden retreats in partnership with the National Trust.

Recent reports of stability returning to the markets and an emergence from the worst of the downturn are being supported by Scotts of Thrapston, where growing joinery enquiry levels are up by around 40% on this time last year.

For those wishing to create a unique look of distinction within their property, it would appear that quality timber doors are again very much on the agenda. In fact, according to leading design and joinery firm Scotts of Thrapston, there has been something of a resurgence going on, with developers specifying timber doors and skirtings in a variety of hardwoods; though most notably, Walnut.

You may have thought the world of pic ‘n’ mix would never be the same when the last ever bag of Woolworths pic 'n' mix sold recently. But now, Scotts of Thrapston, the leading supplier of timber stables in the UK has launched its own range of pic ‘n’ mix accessories for your stable.

Due to the unpredictability of the English summertime, Scotts of Thrapston has noticed an increasing demand for a larger than average summerhouse, perfect for entertaining a number of guests in all seasons. The designers at Scotts have responded to this demand by designing the company’s largest ever octagonal summerhouse, which they have called The Burghley.

Scotts of Thrapston is forging ahead with a programme of investment, aimed at reinforcing its position as a market leader in the design and supply of timber applications for the building industry. In the words of chairman, David Scott, “The business is fitter, faster and more efficient than a year ago, and in robust mood.”

After spending the last 6 years looking for suitable land to build his dream yard, racehorse trainer, Ed Peate, finally found his dream plot and set to work. Ed and his wife, Tanya, found 94 acres perfectly suited to their plans for a 50 box stable yard just outside Brinkley, near Newmarket.