The Crane
Request A CatalogThe Crane Greenhouse is the second to largest structure in our Kew Collection. It offers you plenty of flexibility in customization, with space for benching, built in beds and pots. It is also a classic statement piece for any garden.
A must have accessory is our benching, at waist height to make gardening easier and relaxing. Enhance your growing environment with our LED Grow Lights to extend daylight hours and bring on seedlings all year-round.
Like all of our greenhouses, The Crane has been designed with you in mind. We ensure each aluminum greenhouse is built to the highest quality, whilst remaining low-maintenance and beautiful.
All our Kew greenhouses have been named from the inspiration that lies within the history of the British botanical gardens. The Crane Greenhouse is named after Paul Crane, former Director of Kew and a knowledgeable individual within the horticultural world.
Product dimensions
11’5” x 20’11” with extended feature lobby.
How to order
To get your project started please email us at info@alitex-greenhouses.com where we can organize one of our Sales Designers to contact you to fully understand your project. We will also visit you on site to ensure you’re choosing the right structure, location and answer any questions you may have about your greenhouse journey.
With over 70 years of experience, we have curated the perfect selection of accessories to enhance your growing environment.
Details & Personalization
Once you’ve chosen your greenhouse style and colour you also have the opportunity to embellish your greenhouse further.
- Cresting – This runs along the ridge of the greenhouse, you can opt to remove the traditional cresting for a more contemporary look.
- Finials – These are the decorative points that are traditionally situated at each end of the greenhouse roof and at the front of each lobby. You can choose between ball or spike finials, or no finials at all.
- Spandrel – Our spandrels are decorative as well as structural. These cast iron fittings are available in the Alitex ‘A’ emblem or a rose design.
- Door Furniture – We have three standard door handle choices with the option to upgrade to a further two designs. Your hinge, hook, and plaque will compliment your chosen door handle finish.
Materials
- All of our greenhouses are made from aluminium and glass, which is infinitely recyclable. We are often asked why you should choose an aluminium greenhouse. As one of the planet’s most inexhaustible resources, aluminium is a sustainable, lightweight and high-strength material. It is extremely resistant to rust and corrosion, therefore the perfect choice for creating beautiful glasshouses that will stand the test of time.
- Your greenhouse frame will be powder coated, low maintenance and durable, meaning your structure requires very little effort to keep it in such good condition when compared with other materials.
Materials
Our greenhouses are constructed from aluminum, a material that is infinitely recyclable, aligning with our commitment to sustainability. The finishing touches, including spandrels, finials, and cresting, are all crafted from cast aluminum, mirroring the techniques used by the Victorians. Additionally, each greenhouse is equipped with 4mm toughened safety glass for enhanced durability and safety.
Paint & Finish
Our structures undergo a powder coating process in our factory, followed by baking in our ovens to achieve a tough, durable, semi-gloss finish. We provide customized colors and finishes to suit your preferences, including a marine finish option designed to withstand the harsh elements of coastal environments.
Ventilation
To ensure optimal ventilation for your plants, our greenhouses feature vents positioned on opposing sides, creating a chimney effect. The manual opening side vents are situated below the gutter line, allowing air to be drawn through the automated roof vents. This setup facilitates adequate airflow and ventilation within the greenhouse environment.
Choose Your Paint
The Kew collection standard color palette
We offer a wide range of colors to suit various preferences, ranging from classic shades of white to muted greens and greys, as well as bold options including blues and black. Our standard colors come in a satin finish, except for Bronze Manganese, which is available in a matte finish. If you prefer a bespoke color or finish, we can accommodate this by providing the RAL code, available at an additional cost. Please view our color range below for more details.
Please select your paints below you wish to sample
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Accessories for The Crane
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Rain Water Diverter
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External Greenhouse Shades
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Traditional Greenhouse Benching
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Greenhouse Light
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Specialist Benching
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Strawberry Board Shelving
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Internal Reservoir and Pump
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Plant and Fruit Supports and Vine Wires
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Greenhouse Cold Frames
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Potting Shoe
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Professional Propagator
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need planning permission for a greenhouse?
- The greenhouse is located on land at the front of the property
- The height of the greenhouse would exceed 4.0m for a dual pitch roof, 3.0m for any other roof. The height of the greenhouse would exceed 2.5m if located within 2.0m of a boundary
- The height of the eaves would exceed 2.5m
- More than 50% the area of land around the ‘original house’ would be covered by additions or other buildings
- In general if you live in a Conservation Area, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, National Parks or the Broads, planning permission will be required. In these areas the maximum area to be covered by all outbuildings more than 20.0m from the house to be limited to 10msq. Greenhouses in these areas located at the side of the property will require planning permission
- Within the curtilage of a listed building, a greenhouse will require planning permission and, if built against a listed wall – listed building consent.
How long will the planning process take?
Our Sales & Project Support Team will submit and manage the application on your behalf, and we usually expect a decision from Councils in roughly 10 – 12 weeks after submission, during which time we will keep you updated with your progress.
Will Alitex build the base for my greenhouse?
How do I arrange a no obligation visit?
Help, I’m not sure what I need!
Don’t worry this is where our years of experience can help. Contact us and we will chat through your growing requirements and advise you on your various options. Often, a no obligation visit is a good starting point. If you would like to arrange a visit contact us on 01730 826900 or email us on enquiries@alitex.co.uk.
Where can I see examples of your work?
Over the years, we have created some beautiful Victorian greenhouses. On our case studies page, you will find a range of projects from our National Trust Collection and bespoke greenhouses. These case studies are a fraction of what we have built, we hope that you will find inspiration for your project.
We also have a number of display structures at our premises in Hampshire and have also built several in Hampshire, Surrey and Sussex as well as the Channel Isles. We have customers nationwide so may well have a structure nearer to you. Please get in touch and we will let you know.
Request a catalog
Curious about our mission and methods? Explore our acclaimed collection of greenhouses in our catalog for inspiration.
Our services
If our Kew Collection greenhouse selection doesn’t match your vision, our skilled designers and engineers can craft a fully customized greenhouse just for you.
Book a visit
Now that you’ve received our catalog and are ready to proceed, one of our Sales Designers can visit you on-site to help envision your dream greenhouse.
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