As one of the areas more established orangery companies, Kingsholme Conservatories provide clients in Barnet with an outstanding design and build service. Whether you are looking for a traditional hardwood orangery, or a contemporary aluminium conservatory, we can build the perfect extension for you. Our no-nonsense approach, combined with our experience and expertise will help you to find the best solution to extend and enhance your home.
For clients in Barnet, we will undertake all aspects of the conservatory or orangery build, from the initial 3D CAD designs, through to Planning Permission and Building Regulations, to the final length of skirting board. We regularly build orangery or conservatory kitchen extensions and take care of knock-throughs, kitchen design and installation.
Our long-serving and dedicated workforce are committed to ensuring customer satisfaction. Much of our work comes from personal recommendation, the better job they do, the more secure their livelihood is!
The London Borough of Barnet was formed in 1965 and is the second most populous London Borough. It is served by the London Underground Northern Line, in addition to main line train lines. It is close to the A1 trunk road and the M25.
Notable people people with connections to Barnet include: comedians Peter Sellers and Spike Milligan, the explorer David Livingstone, novelists Will Self, Martin Amis and Charles Dickens and various politicians, including William Wilberforce and Sir Stamford Raffles.
For a free, no-obligation quotation if you live in Barnet, please Freephone 0800 211 8112
Read what our many customers in Barnet have to say about their conservatories:
I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for all your help, assistance and understanding. It has been a pleasure dealing with you and we are delighted with the end result. If you wish to use us as a reference we would be more than happy to recommend you/ Kingsholme to prospective clients.
Mr. & Mrs. Kenny, Barnet, Greater London
We appreciated the low-key sales approach, and particularly valued the maturity and attitude of the people who worked on the conservatory.
Mr. & Mrs. Crews, Barnet, Greater London
Thanks for a good job – we are very happy with the end result.
Mr. & Mrs. Stoppard, Barnet, Greater London
We have had lots of compliments on the standard of build, and so far are very pleased with conservatory.
Mr. & Mrs. Zambon, Barnet, Hertfordshire
The initial contact with Kingsholme and the professionalism of the product presentation singled Kingsholme out above other companies considered.
In short, we unreservedly recommend Kingsholme Conservatories as a highly competent company, offering excellent service and value for money, with whom it has been a pleasure to deal.
Colin has helped us throughout the process, and we were very pleased when he suggested another house in Harpenden that we could visit to see the quality of work before placing an order. We also thought your workmen on site were efficient, polite and customer focused.
We appreciated the low-key sales approach, and particularly valued the maturity and attitude of the people who worked on the conservatory.
The workmen were a pleasure to have, always polite and helpful. Mark, your no-pressure sales approach was a welcome change from the so called bigger companies.
My conservatory is much admired by all who see it and they comment on the high quality of the result. For me it is a daily joy. My thanks to you and I shall certainly recommend your company.
Now that the conservatory is finished Sarah and I would like to express our appreciation of the work that has been done. Back in the summer when we decided we would like to build, we had no idea who to go to and no local friends to make recommendations. We looked on the internet using words such as “bespoke, quality and individual” By chance we came across Kingsholme and then of course met with you.
We said that we did not wish to be involved with any sub contractors but that the entire job should be project managed by you. We also made it clear that we wanted a firm price for the job which would not change unless we altered the brief. You delivered on both counts.
From day one of the ground works until the final finishing touches were made recently all the people representing Kingsholme have been excellent. Skilled tidy workers, always polite and a pleasure to have around. Whilst the job was not always straightforward, i.e. the guttering which had to be specially made, there was no question of you cutting corners or compromising your quality standards.
We are delighted with the final result and especially pleased that we selected your company. Many thanks to all the team and particularly you Mark.
The whole process from our initial meeting with you through to works on site through to completion was undertaken in an extremely professional manner, resulting in an excellent conservatory design, a standard of work that is first class and undertaken by friendly/helpful operatives. The attention to detail was evident at all time.
The co-ordination of the different work disciplines was particularly impressive with the general disruption during construction kept to an absolute minimum and the site being keep clean and tidy throughout the course of the works.
Michelle and I wish to express our appreciation for the service provided by you/your company and cannot recommend you highly enough.
The whole experience from start to finish was very pleasant and professional. There was no pressure or haggling on prices, this was in total contrast to other propective suppliers. Mark gave us some excellent design suggestions. The overall quality of workmanship was also first rate.
We have been very happy with the service provided, please keep up the good work!
Very pleased with general workmanship and helpful construction staff. Would be pleased to recommend your company to other people. Greatly appreciated Mark’s design of conservatory, blends in well with rear of house.
Thank you for making it a relatively easy experience for us! As mentioned to you previously, we are very pleased with the results.
We are really pleased with the conservatory and we will certainly recommend you.
We are very pleased with the final product, which looks excellent. Mark’s approach throughout was honest and helpful, in direct contrast to the many other sales people from other companies who were clearly only interested in securing the sale.
The fantastic reviews I see here reflect the experience we have had with Kingsholme. It has been faultless from the first contact through to completion of our orangery. The technical information on the website gave me confidence that the product is outstanding, based on years of experience. All of the team were outstanding, highly experienced tradesmen. The final product is of the highest quality in terms of design, materials and construction. There was absolutely no ‘sales’ involved and during my first call, I was given a ballpark figure based on the size of the space; the final cost was only higher because we increased the size and there were no hidden surprises. The first design we received was exactly what we wanted (they ‘got it’) and the only tweak we made was around the size of a side window. Mark agreed to take on some additional work inside the house, opening up a supporting wall between our kitchen and old dining room. I had struggled to get anyone to take this on, so was greatful to him for doing it. This proved to be quite a challenge for the team based on how the original wall was constructed and took a few more days that expected, however they worked constantly in horrible conditions until it was done. We didn’t have a lot of time to get involved in the project and that wasn’t an issue in the end as everything was taken care for us. It’s rare to say this of a company – we have not had a single issue with Kingsholme. Thank you to everyone involved.
We would wholeheartedly recommend this company. Every member of the team were polite and helpful, from our initial site meeting through to completion of the project. We feel that they offered a very high standard of work at a fair price. The design is top end and certainly comparable with the companies that advertise in House and Garden Magazine and buildings that we have seen exhibited at The RHS Chelsea Flower Show. From the groundwork team through to the decorator, every member of the team were highly experienced and meticulous with every detail of the work that they did to create a stunning orangery for us.
I would like to take the opportunity to thank you for all your help, assistance and understanding. It has been a pleasure dealing with you and we are delighted with the end result. If you wish to use us as a reference we would be more than happy to recommend you/ Kingsholme to prospective clients.
Excellent throughout; friendly, courteous employees. Good to your word regarding all aspects of the build.
Thanks for a good job – we are very happy with the end result.
I’m very happy with the quality of work and materials, the finished conservatory is exactly what I wanted. I would be happy to recommend Kingsholme or provide a reference site.
All the workmen were helpful, efficient and trustworthy. The standard of work was excellent and we are very satisfied with the end result. We would have no hesitation in recommending your firm to friends and neighbours.
The attitude of everyone connected with the selling and building of the conservatory was very good, both to their jobs and to the customer. I would recommend Kingsholme to anyone I knew who were considering having a conservatory.
Many thanks for the support and advice during the problems with the neighbours and development company. I appreciated very much the care and effort given during my major stress-out times! Your calm and matter of fact approach was very reassuring.
I am very pleased with the result, thank you.
We are delighted with our orangery, thank you for all your hard work.
Thanks again to you and all the team for your efforts, we are exceptionally happy with the end result, it has truly made a big improvement to our living space and we look forward to spending some quality time in the new garden room for many years to come.
We would like to thank you [Mark] and Kingsholme for installing us a wonderful conservatory and paying great attention to detail.
Many thanks to Mark for his professional and courteous attention to all matters from planning permission, to the final successful outcome.
Many thanks for a super job that has been well done.
We are very pleased with our conservatory and would like to thank you and your team for the good workmanship, attention to detail, care and consideration that has been shown to our property and us and would be happy to recommend your company. We would be grateful if you could pass these sentiments on to those involved.
Thanks to you, [Mark] Dave and Ian for a great job, the conservatory is all I had hoped for.
We were very pleased with your service, and we are delighted with the result. Thank you for all that you have done.
Thanks for your help in everything, you have given us a very good service!.
A very workable solution to a difficult situation. Mark has been very diligent and has delivered what was proposed. A good job, many thanks.
Would not hesitate to recommend Kingsholme to anybody.
The job was very much to our satisfaction. Dave (fitter) is a good asset to Kingsholme.
Friendly and professional approach adopted by all staff, Dave and Ian demonstrated a particular pride in their work. Very happy with our new conservatory, we would recommend you to others.
Builders and glaziers were very professional and tidy, excellent job.
We were extremely pleased with the team that constructed the conservatory, they were especially polite and considerate to our needs regarding our dogs, and carried out their work in a very professional way. Your company is lucky to have them. All in all, we are very pleased with the end result.
All aspects of the total job seemed exceedingly well done. In particular I would mention the friendliness and extreme helpfulness of all those involved.
Fitters, workmen were all professional, polite and easy to communicate with. They took care to do a good job. We are very pleased with the conservatory and it is how we imagined it would be.
Our requirements have been met and we are very satisfied with the end product. Good supervision and communication with Mark throughout.
Excellent quality of work and people, many thanks!
Your staff were all excellent workers and very helpful. I am delighted with my new conservatory, which though small, does greatly enhance our living space.
We are very pleased with the conservatory and will have no hesitation in recommending you to all who admire it.
We have already recommended you to two other people, both of whom are having conservatories built by you. All the workmen were pleasant and polite, and got on well with the job. We are really pleased with the end result, and would have no hesitation in recommending you to anymore of our friends who are thinking of having a conservatory.
We are very pleased with our conservatory and patio, and would recommend Kingsholme to others
I am delighted with my conservatory and had my fist Sunday afternoon tea in it this weekend.
We have had lots of compliments on the standard of build, and so far are very pleased with conservatory.
We are very pleased with the final result. We would recommend Kingsholme to friends and would use your services again. The workmen were excellent.
We have been very impressed by the design and build overall. Seeing the design develop into a finished conservatory has been very satisfying.
All involved have been helpful, polite and tidy. Nothing was too much trouble and the level of service was very good.
Very good team of builders and installers; always helpful and courteous.
We wish to thank you and your team for carrying out a very good job, we are pleased with the result.
Overall the work was done to a very professional standard, particularly groundworks, foundations and finish (plastering, flooring, electrics and heating) Care was taken to keep things tidy and to clean up afterwards. Very satisfactory!
Nestled in the historic borough of Barnet, traditional orangeries and conservatories stand as timeless testaments to architectural elegance and sophistication. With their classic designs and meticulous craftsmanship, these structures seamlessly blend tradition with modern living, offering residents versatile spaces that harmonize indoor comfort with outdoor serenity. In Barnet, where the past intertwines with the present, traditional orangeries and conservatories serve as cherished additions to residential properties, enhancing their aesthetic appeal while providing functional living spaces that adapt to the needs and lifestyles of homeowners.
The allure of traditional orangeries and conservatories lies in their timeless charm and versatility. Crafted from high-quality materials such as timber and featuring intricate detailing, these structures exude a sense of grandeur and refinement. Whether inspired by Victorian opulence or Edwardian elegance, orangeries and conservatories in Barnet are designed to complement the architectural character of the borough’s historic homes, adding a touch of sophistication to their surroundings.
Beyond their visual appeal, traditional orangeries and conservatories offer practical benefits for residents of Barnet. With their expansive windows and glazed roofs, these structures flood interiors with natural light, creating bright and airy spaces that promote a sense of well-being. Whether used as a cozy retreat for relaxation, a light-filled dining area for entertaining guests, or a tranquil oasis for gardening enthusiasts, orangeries and conservatories provide residents with versatile living spaces that can be enjoyed year-round.
Moreover, traditional orangeries and conservatories play a vital role in preserving Barnet’s architectural heritage. As the borough seeks to maintain its historic character and charm, these elegant structures serve as nods to Barnet’s rich history while embracing modern-day living standards. By blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscape and reflecting the timeless elegance of Barnet’s heritage homes, traditional orangeries and conservatories contribute to the borough’s unique sense of place and community identity.
In conclusion, traditional orangeries and conservatories are cherished additions to residential properties in Barnet, enriching the lives of residents with their timeless elegance and versatility. As Barnet continues to evolve, these architectural treasures serve as enduring symbols of tradition and sophistication, preserving the borough’s heritage for generations to come. In Barnet, where the past meets the present, traditional orangeries and conservatories remain steadfast in their role as architectural gems, enhancing the borough’s beauty and charm for all who call it home.
Barnet Planning https://www.barnet.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control
Barnet Society https://www.barnetsociety.org.uk/
The Barnet Post https://barnetpost.co.uk/
In the bustling borough of Barnet, securing planning permission is a critical step for individuals and developers looking to undertake construction projects. Governed by a robust framework of regulations aimed at balancing development with preservation, understanding the nuances of planning permission is essential for residents and businesses alike. Whether proposing new developments or renovating existing structures, navigating the planning process in Barnet requires careful consideration and adherence to local guidelines.
Understanding the Fundamentals
Planning permission serves as the cornerstone of development projects in Barnet, encompassing a wide range of endeavors, from residential extensions to commercial developments. The process begins with the submission of a formal application to the Barnet Council, the local planning authority. This application provides detailed plans, environmental impact assessments, and other relevant documentation outlining the proposed development’s scope, design, and potential impact on the surrounding area.
Permitted Development Rights
Before submitting a planning application, it’s crucial to determine whether the proposed development falls under permitted development rights. These rights allow certain minor alterations and extensions to be carried out without the need for formal approval. However, it’s essential to consult the specific guidelines applicable to the property, as permitted development rights can vary based on factors such as property type, location within conservation areas, or proximity to green belt land.
Submitting a Planning Application
For developments requiring planning permission, a comprehensive application must be submitted to the Barnet Council. This involves providing detailed plans, environmental impact assessments, and other relevant documentation demonstrating the project’s compliance with local planning policies and regulations. The council conducts a thorough review process, considering factors such as environmental impact, architectural design, and community feedback.
Engagement with the Community
Community engagement plays a crucial role in the planning process in Barnet, with residents and stakeholders encouraged to participate in consultations and provide feedback on proposed developments. Public consultations, neighborhood meetings, and written submissions offer avenues for expressing concerns, suggestions, and support for projects. Engaging with the community fosters transparency, addresses potential concerns, and enhances project acceptance.
Appeals and Enforcement
In cases where planning applications are refused or conditions imposed, applicants retain the right to appeal to the Planning Inspectorate, an independent body responsible for adjudicating planning disputes. Conversely, the Barnet Council possesses enforcement powers to address breaches of planning regulations, ensuring compliance with approved plans and conditions.
Conclusion: Striking a Balance
Navigating the process of planning permission in Barnet demands diligence, foresight, and collaboration. By understanding the intricacies of the process, engaging with the local planning authority and community, and adhering to regulations, residents and developers can navigate the journey with confidence. As Barnet continues to evolve and grow, effective planning permission practices ensure the borough’s continued prosperity and harmonious development for generations to come.