To celebrate 25 years of master hutmaking, Plankbridge co-founder Richard Lee has designed The Hermitage Hut – a beautifully crafted hut, rooted in sustainability, mindful simplicity and a desire to tread lightly on the land. A gentle return to the essence of hut life, the Hermitage invites you to slow down and embrace the freedom of off-grid living, whether deep in woodland, beside a lake or in the quietest corner of your garden or plot.
In a departure from the classic Victorian corrugated-iron shepherd’s hut, The Hermitage is clad in waney-edge Western red cedar – rich in character and Grown in Britain certified to support responsible forestry. Each board is left to follow its natural grain, echoing the organic shapes of the landscape, while a sedum living roof enhances biodiversity and a solar panel provides renewable energy in keeping with our low-impact philosophy. For year-round warmth and breathability, The Hermitage is lined with Thermafleece sheep’s wool insulation.
Ever mindful of our responsibility toward sustainable materials, Richard invited Rose of Jericho – celebrated for their expertise in handmade paints, lime mortars, plasters and renders – to curate a bespoke palette for the tongue-and-groove panelling. Chosen to complement the hut’s natural aesthetic, these timeless shades draw on traditional pigments and natural tones, bringing a soft, chalky depth that enhances the sense of calm and connection to nature.
Get in touch to talk through your plans: 01300 348414 | enquiries@plankbridge.com
At the heart of the space is a snug box bed with a Naturalmat organic mattress, handmade in Devon – the perfect cocoon for deep, restorative sleep. A built-in bookshelf at the foot of the bed keeps well-thumbed novels, a pair of binoculars and bird-spotting guides within easy reach, while a feature wall lined with a fragrant flax fleece from Organoid – made from ferns, moss, pine shavings, spruce needles and wild herbs – brings the scent of the wild indoors.
Tucked into a cosy corner, the Salamander Hobbit wood-burning stove casts a warm, flickering glow, offering the perfect place to boil a kettle for tea or warm a pan of soup after a day outdoors, and a fold-down ash desk invites quiet moments of writing or sketching. There’s even space for a comfy armchair for relaxing with a good book or simply enjoying the view, the stable door open to birdsong and the countryside beyond…
Example shown: 14ft x 7ft 5in
Price: £43,600 incl VAT
Get in touch to discuss your ideas: 01300 348414 | enquiries@plankbridge.com
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We have put together some information about the uses for shepherd’s huts:
Green Friday is an opportunity, not only to offer our customers meaningful savings but also to give back to a charity that is making a positive impact on the natural world. We will be donating a percentage of each sale of a shepherd’s hut or cabin during this period to The Rivers Trust.
The 5% offer is redeemable from Monday 24th November 2025 to Friday 19th December 2025. Initial deposit must be paid by 19th December 2025 in order to use the discount. This offer applies to new orders only.
