Orangeries in Bridgwater

Covering Bridgwater

Bridgwater is about 9 miles north-east of Taunton. We also cover Burnham-on-Sea (8 miles to the north), Taunton and Weston-super-Mare.

Homes in the South West

The South West mixes stone and render cottages, Victorian terraces in the larger towns and modern estates, and many historic centres are conservation areas where materials and roof shapes are closely controlled.

What is an orangery?

We build orangeries on proper foundations with insulated walls and roof perimeter, so they can be used all year as a dining room, sitting room or kitchen extension. The lantern size and the frame finish are chosen to suit the age and style of the house.

Foundations, brick piers and insulated base
Glazed roof lantern and windows or doors
Heating, electrics and decoration-ready finish

How much should I budget for an orangery?

Indicative costs for orangeries. London and the South East usually sit towards the top of each range.

Orangeries	Guide price incl. VAT
Standard specification	£3,000 to £3,500 per m²
Good specification	£3,500 to £4,100 per m²
High specification	£4,100 to £4,800 per m²

What approvals does an orangery need in England?

English projects need planning clearance from the local council, building regulations sign-off from building control, and party wall notices where the work is on or near a shared boundary. We prepare and manage all three.

In England a single-storey rear extension can often go ahead under permitted development: up to 3 m deep on an attached house or 4 m on a detached one, no higher than 4 m, with eaves no higher than 3 m within 2 m of a boundary.

What can affect an orangery?

An orangery open to the house needs to meet energy rules, which limits the proportion of glazing.
Solar-control glass in the lantern stops summer overheating.

What happens after I enquire?

Tell us about the project. Call, use the guide price tool or send the form with a few photos and a postcode.
Free site visit. We measure up, look at access, drains and the structure, and talk through options and budget.
Drawings, approvals, written quote. We prepare the design, apply for the approvals it needs, and give you a fixed price in writing.
Build and hand over. Our teams build to the programme, building control inspects, and you get the completion paperwork at the end.

Your questions answered

What is the difference between an orangery and a conservatory?

An orangery has a mostly solid, insulated roof with a glazed lantern and brick piers, so it behaves like a room of the house. A conservatory is mostly glass.

Can it be used in winter?

Yes. It is insulated and heated like any other room.

Can you visit a house in Bridgwater to quote?

Yes. After a short call we arrange a site visit to measure up and agree what the design needs to do, then send a written price.

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Learn more about orangeries, or see every project we cover in Bridgwater.