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Outdoor dining
Create a defined setting for meals, entertaining and long summer evenings.
Freestanding outdoor living
Create a destination in your garden.
Premium aluminium pergolas that stand independently on their own posts. Unlike a veranda, a pergola is not fixed to the house. Glass, polycarbonate and louvred roof options are available depending on the chosen system.
Approved Deponti Installer5-Year Deponti GuaranteeBath & Bristol Specialists
What makes a pergola different?
Freedom to create an outdoor space away from the house.
A veranda is attached to the house. A pergola is not attached to the house: it is a completely freestanding structure supported by its own posts.
The structure can shelter a dining area, lounge, outdoor kitchen, hot tub or entertaining space without relying on the house for support.
Discuss your garden →
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Relax and unwind
Turn an open part of the garden into a comfortable and purposeful retreat.
Choose your roof
Different ways to enjoy light, shelter and shade.
The defining difference is the installation: every pergola shown on this page must be freestanding. Its roof may then be specified in glass, polycarbonate or louvres, depending on the selected system.
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Polycarbonate roof
A practical, lightweight roof available in a selection of finishes to balance natural light, privacy and solar control.
- Clear, opal or solar-control options
- Reliable shelter from rain
- Excellent value
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Glass roof
A premium choice that maximises natural light and creates a crisp, refined architectural finish.
- Bright and open appearance
- Premium safety glazing
- Wide garden views
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Louvred roof
Rotating or retractable louvres provide greater control over sunlight, shade and airflow at the touch of a button.
- Adjustable natural light
- Ventilation and shade control
- Integrated lighting available
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Designed for real life
Comfort from daytime through to evening.
Your pergola can be specified with integrated lighting, side screens, sliding glass panels and other options to make the space more comfortable and useful.
Integrated LED lightingScreens for shade and privacySliding glass panelsRemote-controlled roof options
Designed around your lifestyle
One structure. Many possibilities.
Because a pergola is freestanding, it can be positioned to create a distinct destination within a larger outdoor space.
Garden entertaining
A comfortable hub for family gatherings and evenings with friends.
Outdoor kitchens
Shelter cooking, preparation and dining areas within one coordinated design.
Hot tubs and pools
Add privacy, shade and shelter around a dedicated wellness area.
Commercial terraces
Create attractive covered seating for hospitality, leisure and workplace settings.
Freestanding inspiration
Pergolas designed as destinations in their own right.
Each structure shown here stands independently from the house, creating a defined outdoor room elsewhere in the garden.
Our process
Carefully planned from first conversation to installation.
Every project begins with understanding the property, the intended use and the finish you want to achieve.
Consultation
We discuss your garden, preferred position, intended use and approximate dimensions.
Design & quotation
We recommend a suitable system, roof and accessories before preparing your quotation.
Site preparation
Ground conditions, access and fixing requirements are confirmed before installation.
Installation
Your pergola is professionally installed, checked and handed over ready to enjoy.
Pergola FAQs
Useful answers before you get started.
Every installation is different, so we will confirm the final specification after discussing your property and requirements.
What is the difference between a pergola and a veranda?+
A veranda is attached to the house. A pergola is a separate, freestanding structure supported entirely by its own posts and is not fixed to the house.
Can a pergola have a glass or polycarbonate roof?+
Yes. A freestanding pergola can have glass, polycarbonate or louvred roofing depending on the chosen Deponti system and the project requirements.
Can the roof open?+
Selected pergola systems are available with rotating or retractable louvres, giving you control over sunlight, shade and airflow.
Can sliding glass doors or screens be added?+
Compatible systems can be upgraded with screens or sliding glass panels. Availability depends on the specific pergola model and dimensions.
Do I need planning permission?+
Many domestic pergolas may fall within permitted development, but this depends on the property, position, dimensions and local restrictions. We recommend checking the requirements for your specific project before work begins.
Where do you install pergolas?+
Foxwood Verandas serves Bath, Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire, West Wiltshire and selected areas of the Southern Cotswolds.
Start your project
Ready to create your own garden destination?
Tell us how you would like to use the space and we will help you explore the right freestanding pergola options.