Garden Playhouses

{"category":{"CategoryRewrite":"kids-playhouses"},"page":1,"totalPages":1,"filterPriceMax":2000,"currentFilterPrice":0,"SEOContent":{"Title":"Garden Playhouses","TopDescription":"\u003Cp\u003ETurn your garden into an adventure with a BillyOh playhouse for kids, also known as a Wendy house. Designed in-house and built from tightly connecting tongue and groove timber in our own Worksop factory, every model has passed testing for the EN71 child-safety standard. Our playhouses suit children from age three and are not suitable for under 36 months. Delivery is free to most GB postcodes, and a minimum 10-year guarantee covers the timber against rot, wood decay and insect infestation.\u003C/p\u003E","BottomDescription":"\u003Ch2\u003ESafety in Our Kids Playhouses\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EEvery BillyOh \u003Cstrong\u003Echildren\u0027s playhouse\u003C/strong\u003E is made to the EN71 European child-safety standard \u2014 the standard that applies to toys rather than to garden buildings. Windows are glazed in shatter-resistant material in place of glass, and each model arrives as pre-cut panels made to order in our own UK factory.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOur \u003Cstrong\u003Eoutdoor playhouses\u003C/strong\u003E suit children from around age three, and are not suitable for children under 36 months as they include small parts. Younger children should be supervised at play. Door opening sizes, internal heights and any weight limits are listed in the specification table on each product page, so you can check a model against your child before you buy.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EChoosing the Right Garden Playhouse Style\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhich \u003Cstrong\u003Egarden playhouse\u003C/strong\u003E suits you depends on your child\u0027s age and confidence and on the space you have. The three structural styles in our collection work differently:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n \u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://billyoh.com/wooden-playhouses\u0022\u003EWooden Playhouses\u003C/a\u003E:\u003C/strong\u003E Traditional timber designs at ground level, including cottage-style \u003Cstrong\u003EWendy houses\u003C/strong\u003E with apex roofs, shutters and flower boxes. They arrive in natural timber, so they can be painted and decorated to suit.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n \u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://billyoh.com/kids-tower-playhouses\u0022\u003ETower Playhouses\u003C/a\u003E:\u003C/strong\u003E Raised on a platform, reached by a ladder and enclosed by a safety rail, with an optional slide on several models. They suit older, more physically confident children. A raised platform can affect what falls within permitted development \u2014 see our \u003Ca href=\u0022https://billyoh.com/resource/outbuildings-garden-sheds-planning-permission-england/\u0022\u003Eplanning permission guide\u003C/a\u003E before you choose a position.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n \u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E\u003Ca href=\u0022https://billyoh.com/two-storey-playhouses\u0022\u003ETwo-Storey Playhouses\u003C/a\u003E:\u003C/strong\u003E Going vertical gives a larger play area on a smaller footprint. An internal ladder leads to a mezzanine level above, which older children tend to treat as a space of their own.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ELooking After Your Outdoor Playhouse\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAn \u003Cstrong\u003Eoutdoor playhouse\u003C/strong\u003E needs the right setup to cope with the damp UK climate. Avoid assembling directly onto wet grass or soil. A firm, level base \u2014 paving slabs, or a sturdy sub-frame \u2014 keeps the floor bearers clear of the ground and reduces moisture reaching the timber from below.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECheck the delivered parts against your delivery note and assemble the building before you treat it. Painted or stained components are classed as accepted as seen and can\u0027t be returned or exchanged if a part turns out to be wrong. Once it\u0027s up, the exterior will need re-treating each year.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EStandard exterior fence treatments carry strong fumes and aren\u0027t formulated with children in mind. Choose a water-based, low-VOC product certified to EN71-3 (Toy Safe), and let it cure fully before children use the playhouse.\u003C/p\u003E"},"FAQs":[{"Id":785,"CategoryId":3949,"Question":"How do you build a playhouse?","Answer":"Each playhouse arrives as pre-cut panels made to order in our UK factory, with instructions included. Most models go together in an afternoon with two people \u2014 you\u0027ll need a hammer, screwdriver, tape measure and a step ladder. Check the parts against your delivery note before you start, and assemble the building before you treat or paint it.","Position":0,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":79},{"Id":786,"CategoryId":3949,"Question":"Do playhouses come pre-painted?","Answer":"No \u2014 every playhouse arrives in natural timber, ready to paint. If you\u0027re decorating it, choose a water-based, low-VOC product certified to EN71-3 (Toy Safe), apply it after assembly, and let it cure fully before children use the playhouse.","Position":1,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":79},{"Id":787,"CategoryId":3949,"Question":"How long does a wendy house or playhouse last?","Answer":"How long a playhouse lasts depends on how well it is assembled and looked after. As standard, all models carry a 10-year guarantee, or 15 years with pressure treatment, in both cases this covers the timber against rot, wood decay and insect infestation, provided the building is assembled and maintained in line with our guidelines.","Position":2,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":79},{"Id":788,"CategoryId":3949,"Question":"What ages are playhouses for?","Answer":"\u003Cp\u003EOur playhouses are made to the EN71 child-safety standard and suit children from age three. They are not suitable for children under 36 months, as they include small parts, and younger children should be supervised at play.\u003C/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EMost children get the most from a playhouse between four and six, with interest usually continuing to around seven or eight. Internal height and floor space vary by model, so check the dimensions on each product page against your child \u2014 the smaller cottage models are scaled for toddlers and young children.\u003C/p\u003E","Position":3,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":79},{"Id":790,"CategoryId":3949,"Question":"Do playhouses need planning permission?","Answer":"\u003Cp\u003EIn most cases, no. Playhouses are generally classed as \u0022Permitted Development\u0022 outbuildings. However, as long as it is not placed in your front garden, the main rule to watch out for involves your property lines: if the playhouse is placed \u003Cstrong\u003Ewithin 2m of your property boundary\u003C/strong\u003E, its maximum overall height cannot exceed 2.5m. Fortunately, all of our playhouses comfortably meet these height restrictions.\u003C/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EPlease note, there are strict planning rules regarding buildings with \u003Cstrong\u003Eraised platforms (above 30cm high)\u003C/strong\u003E. Because of this, our tower playhouses and two-storey playhouses with an internal bunk may require planning permission depending on your specific garden.\u003C/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EAdditionally, gardens in certain areas (such as Conservation Areas or National Parks) or homes that are listed buildings will be subject to tighter restrictions and may need planning permission for any kind of garden structure.\u003C/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003ESince different councils apply the rules differently, the safest course of action is always to double-check with your local planning authority before making a purchase.\u003C/p\u003E\n\n\u003Cp\u003EWe\u0027ve got more detail in our extensive guide to \u003Ca href=\u0022https://billyoh.com/extra/garden-buildings/playhouses/do-you-need-planning-permission-for-a-playhouse/\u0022\u003Eplayhouse planning permission\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E","Position":4,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":79},{"Id":791,"CategoryId":3949,"Question":"Do wooden playhouses need a base?","Answer":"Yes. Set any playhouse on a firm, level base \u2014 paving slabs, a concrete pad or a gravel bed \u2014 so the floor bearers sit clear of the ground and less moisture reaches the timber from below. Avoid assembling directly onto wet grass or soil. Minimum base dimensions are listed on each product page.","Position":5,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":79},{"Id":1174,"CategoryId":3949,"Question":"What size playhouse should I buy?","Answer":"\u003Cp\u003EThe best playhouse size depends on your garden space, your child\u2019s age, and how they\u2019ll use it. Smaller wendy houses are perfect for compact gardens or younger children, while larger two-storey playhouses offer more room to grow and play.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EFind the right fit for your space with our full \u003Ca href=\u0022https://billyoh.com/extra/garden-buildings/playhouses/kids-playhouse-size-guide/\u0022\u003EKids Playhouse Size Guide\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E","Position":6,"IsDeleted":false,"FilterId":0,"StoreId":79}]}