Take a look inside the Gateshead shed considered one of the UK's best
A Gateshead shed has been listed as one of the top garden spots in the UK.
The shortlist for Cuprinol Shed of the Year 2025 was announced last week, giving 22 Brits another reason to show off their glorious gardens.
This year’s competition attracted 84 entries from across the country with 22 spectacular sheds making it through to compete for the coveted title of Shed of the Year.
One of the shortlisted entries for the new Eco Haven category comes from Gateshead, where Dave and Joanie have built The Potting Shed to accompany their garden.
Built at a cost of between just £150 to £249, the couple have constructed their shed out of reclaimed scaffold boards to act as a base for them while gardening, fit with a toilet and wood burner.
“This year’s entries have been nothing short of magical”, says Marianne Shillingford, Cuprinol Creative Director & Colour Expert. “It’s been incredible to see how people transform even the smallest spaces into something truly special; each one is a reminder that a shed is never just a shed. This year, it’s been especially inspiring to discover the personal stories behind these unique creations.
“I’m especially excited about the new Eco Haven category - it’s opened the door to such thoughtful, sustainable designs that are not only beautiful, but bursting with purpose.”
The Tyneside site makes up the final two in the eco category and will face off against a Lincoln build made of recycled wood.
Andrew Wilcox, Founder and Head Judge of the competition, adds: “19 years in, and I’m still constantly amazed at how much passion and imagination people pour into their sheds. Behind many of them lie powerful stories - sheds that connect generations, bring families together, and serve as hubs for communities. These aren’t just garden buildings; they’re meaningful spaces full of history, purpose, and connection.”
Public voting for the awards remains open until the end of July.
More photos of the sheds can be seen on the awards’ website.