Hardwood Gate for Julia's House

  • by Phil Barratt
  • 22 Feb, 2023
After our fundraising initiative for local children's hospice, Julia's House, our team was commissioned to design and install a bespoke driveway gate.

Raising Money for Julia’s House 

As a result of our day-to-day work, we often have plenty of timber offcuts which we give away to friends and family for firewood.

Phil realised that this would be a great opportunity to raise money for a local charity. He chose Julia’s House, a children’s hospice based in Corfe Mullen, Dorset. He bought some plastic tubs and we got to work spreading the word on social media!

Members of the public are now able to visit our workshop on a Thursday and buy a tub of timber for a minimum £5 donation in aid of Julia's House.

Julia's House Then Commissioned Us for a New Hardwood Gate!

Following our money-raising efforts, Julia’s House reached out to our team in October 2022, as they were in need of a new driveway gate. We were more than happy to help, and got to work designing a made-to-measure Sapele hardwood gate that perfectly fit their driveway entrance.

Julia’s House were thrilled with their new entrance gate, which will remain in excellent condition for decades to come.

If you are interested in a new driveway or garden gate, don’t hesitate to contact our friendly and professional team on 01202 670770.
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