The air bites with a frosty edge, leaves crunch underfoot, and the sky hangs heavy with the promise of snow. There’s no better time to retreat to the warm embrace of The Drunken Apple, my humble garden pub shed, and indulge in a steaming mug of mulled cider. And not just any mulled cider, mind… Continue reading The Drunken Apple’s Guide to the Perfect Winter Warmer: Mulled Cider with a Cognac Kick
Andrew Wilcox
I love sheds
Founder & judge of Shed of the year - Wilco writes mainly about sheds.
The Ultimate Gift Guide for the Shed-Obsessed Gardener
For some, it’s a potting shed, a haven of horticultural hustle. For others, it’s a workshop, a sanctuary of sawdust and satisfaction. And for yet others, it’s a hideaway, a tranquil escape from the everyday. Whatever its purpose, the garden shed holds a special place in the heart of many a UK gardener. So, when… Continue reading The Ultimate Gift Guide for the Shed-Obsessed Gardener
Shed of the Year 2024: Pub and Entertainment Extravaganza!
The Shed of the Year competition is over for another year, and the Pub and Entertainment category is once again overflowing with incredible creations! These backyard havens are more than just sheds; they’re personalized pubs, bars, and entertainment spaces where creativity knows no bounds. From cozy corners to fully stocked bars, these sheds offer the… Continue reading Shed of the Year 2024: Pub and Entertainment Extravaganza!
Cuprinol Shed of the year 2024 overall winner is the Wrinkly, Rusty and Retro
Wayne Dawber, a school art technician from Crewe, has been crowned champion in this year’s Cuprinol Shed of the Year competition. His shed ‘Wrinkly, Rusty and Retro’ soared past 160 other entrants to claim top spot, after being voted king of the ‘Unexpected/Unique’ category by the general public, and selected as the winner by a… Continue reading Cuprinol Shed of the year 2024 overall winner is the Wrinkly, Rusty and Retro
Posh Sheds: Transforming Your Backyard into a Luxurious Escape
The Posh shed company appears on our Shed Directory The humble garden shed has long been a staple of the British backyard. Traditionally used for storage of gardening tools and pool equipment, sheds have evolved into much more in recent years. Today, with a focus on creating an extension of your living space and a… Continue reading Posh Sheds: Transforming Your Backyard into a Luxurious Escape
Vote for Shed of the year 2024
Vote for this year’s shortlist of sheds. Vote today for Shed of the year 2024 by Andrew Wilcox – Head Sheddie Behind the shed #72 – Probably the most important vote this week? Read on Substack
Turning your garden shed into a fine dining experience
From Shed to Soiree: Transforming Your Garden Haven into a Pop-Up Party Space Who says entertaining has to be confined to the living room? With a little creativity and elbow grease, your humble garden shed can be revitalized into a unique and unforgettable pop-up party space, perfect for hosting intimate fine dining experiences or lively… Continue reading Turning your garden shed into a fine dining experience
It really is the last chance this time, Enter Shed of the year 2024, or add photos before it’s too late
It really is the last chance this time, Enter Shed of the year 2024, or add photos before it’s too late by Andrew Wilcox – Head Sheddie Behind the shed #71 – Win £1000 & Cuprinol products Read on Substack
Where are all the sheds from?
I have been running shed of the year since 2007 and thought it would be good to update the data on where in the World we get entries from. Here are the Top Ten places in the UK with the most sheds entered into the competition (data updated 5 June 2024) View all the sheds
Last chance for Shed of year 2024 entry Behind the shed #68 : Young sheddies (18-25) are welcome
Last chance for Shed of year 2024 entry by Andrew Wilcox – Head Sheddie Behind the shed #68 : Young sheddies (18-25) are welcome Read on Substack