Garden Buildings in Burton upon Trent

Burton upon Trent is one of the furthest of our local towns from the display site, but it's an easy run down the A38. Whether you're in Stapenhill, Winshill, Horninglow, Branston or one of the villages around the town, here's what you need to know about buying a garden building.

Visiting from Burton

Head south on the A38 towards Lichfield and Birmingham, then follow your sat nav to B78 3EQ. It's about 20 miles, usually around 30 minutes. We're open 7 days a week. As it's a bit of a trip, it's worth calling 01543 398778 first if you want to see a particular building, or book a time so someone is ready for you.

Delivery and installation in Burton

• Ex-display buildings: free delivery and installation within 50 miles of Buzzards Valley – Burton is well within that. See the current ex-display buildings.
• Log cabins: free delivery, lifted off by HIAB crane to your kerbside.
• Lifelong steel and Sovereign buildings include installation.
• Beeston concrete garages and stores are installed as standard across our local Midlands area. We'll confirm access for your address when we call.
• Suresheds are delivered and installed by Suresheds from their Rotherham factory: free within 50 miles, with a surcharge between 50 and 100 miles. We'll check which applies to your postcode.
• Power Sheds kits can be put up by an approved installer we help you book. Elite greenhouses can be installed by Glorious Greenhouses.

Many of Burton's older streets are Victorian terraces, often with a shared passage to the back gardens. Measure the narrowest point and tell us, and we'll check the panel sizes. More on our delivery and installation page.

Planning permission in Burton

Most garden buildings are permitted development and need no planning permission – see our planning guide. The planning authority for Burton is East Staffordshire Borough Council.

The borough has 25 conservation areas. Five are in Burton itself:

• Burton upon Trent Town Centre (Nos. 2 and 3)
• Clarence Street and Anglesey Road
• George Street
• Horninglow Street/Guild Street
• Station Street and Borough Road

Nearby villages with their own conservation areas include Barton under Needwood, Rolleston on Dove, Tutbury and Tatenhill. If you live in one, a building at the side of the house needs permission, so check with the council first.

Gardens near the Trent

Burton grew up along the River Trent, and some gardens sit on low-lying ground. If yours is one of them, check your address on the government's long-term flood risk service before choosing where your building goes. A few simple steps help:

• Put the building on the highest, best-drained part of the garden.
• Use a proper base that keeps the floor clear of the ground. Our base guide compares the options.
• Keep sockets and switches well above floor level, and always use a registered electrician.
• Treat timber buildings regularly – see our timber care guide.

Which buildings suit Burton gardens?

• Low-maintenance storage: Lifelong steel sheds or Beeston concrete stores don't need treating.
• Garden rooms and cabins: log cabins are delivered free, and Vista garden rooms are installed for you.
• Greenhouses: browse all greenhouses, or read glass vs polycarbonate.

Common questions

How far is your display site from Burton upon Trent?

About 20 miles, usually around 30 minutes down the A38. We're at Buzzards Valley, B78 3EQ, open 7 days a week.

Which council handles planning in Burton?

East Staffordshire Borough Council. Burton has five conservation areas: the Town Centre (Nos. 2 and 3), Clarence Street and Anglesey Road, George Street, Horninglow Street/Guild Street, and Station Street and Borough Road.

My garden is near the river. What should I think about?

Check your address on the government's long-term flood risk service. In a low-lying garden, a well-drained base that lifts the building clear of standing water helps, and any electrics should be fitted by a registered electrician.

Distances and drive times are rough guides for a clear run from the town centre and will vary with traffic and your exact starting point. Planning information is general guidance, not legal advice. Always check with the council before you buy.