We recently delivered a bespoke Trinity Timber Clad Shelter solution for an academy facing a common challenge: a growing student body and a Victorian building, dating from 1824, with no room left for cloakroom storage. Having worked with us on two previous occasions, the academy came back to us for a practical outdoor alternative, with covered, weather-protected space where students can leave sports kit, coats and bags safely within the school grounds.

The first shelter is a spacious open-fronted structure measuring 7000mm wide by 3000mm deep. It is built on a fully galvanised steel frame, powder coated in RAL 9005 Black, and clad to the rear and sides in pressure-treated PAR timber hit-and-miss boarding. The result is a natural finish that sits comfortably alongside the historic building. Galvanised box profile roof sheets and powder coated flashings keep the contents dry, and the open front gives students quick, easy access between lessons. Inside, seven perimeter benches and two central double-sided benches give generous space for cricket and sports bags. Composite hook boards above, fitted with plastic hooks, give plenty of room for coats and satchels.

Alongside this, we supplied a bespoke L-shaped shelter to make the most of the available footprint. It uses the same galvanised steel frame and timber cladding, and is fitted with eight heavy-duty bench-style shelving units. Each unit has two storage shelves plus extra crossbars with hook boards, giving the academy organised storage for larger kit bags and equipment.

All internal benching and shelving was factory-fitted, using powder coated metal frames with composite slats, composite hook boards and plastic hooks. These materials won’t rot, splinter or need painting, so the shelters stay tidy and safe for students with very little upkeep.

Both shelters were supplied in kit form for quick on-site assembly, keeping disruption to the school to a minimum. With galvanised steel, pressure-treated timber, composite fittings and quality roofing materials, they are built to cope with years of daily use by students in all weathers.

This project shows Secure Cycle Store’s ability to design and manufacture fully bespoke timber clad shelters around each customer’s needs, and why customers like this academy keep coming back. Whether the need is cloakroom overflow, sports kit storage, covered seating or multi-purpose outdoor space, every shelter is made to exact specifications using durable materials and finishes that look good for the long term.