22 incredible sheds, 1 national title – cast your vote and help crown Britain’s most brilliant backyard creation
The 'Cosy Cabin' was built to house a family while house renovations were being completed(Image credit: Cuprinol)
The finalists for the Cuprinol Shed of the Year 2025 have been announced, featuring a diverse and imaginative selection of garden buildings.
Out of 84 entries from across the UK, 22 sheds have been chosen to compete for the title, showcasing creativity, sustainability, and practical design.
The public can now vote for their favourite to win £1,000, a nature getaway experience, and £250 worth of Cuprinol products before voting closes on 31 July.
Meet the finalists: A variety of styles and stories
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The Garden Room is fitted with a wood burner and sofa(Image credit: Cuprinol)
You can vote for Redondo Trading, which was built using reclaimed materials(Image credit: Cuprinol)
The Pottery Shed was built by a husband for his wife to help her with her pottery hobby(Image credit: Cuprinol)
SHEDstudios has been equipped with a fully kitted out boho-style music studio(Image credit: Cuprinol)
The Tiny Workshop was built to expand when needed and close into a compact shed when not(Image credit: Cuprinol)
The 22 shortlisted sheds demonstrate a wide range of ideas, from vibrant entertainment spaces and cosy cabins to eco-friendly builds and functional workshops.
Some were constructed using reclaimed materials, while others serve as retreats for hobbies, family time, or social gatherings.
Each shed reflects the unique vision and needs of its creator, highlighting how versatile and meaningful these garden spaces can be.
This year’s competition features several categories celebrating different types of sheds:
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Most Colourful Shed
Simple but Effective
Budget
Cabin/Summerhouse
Pub/Entertainment
Unexpected/Unique
Workshop/Studio
Introducing the new 'Eco Haven' category
The Potting Shed was made from reclaimed scaffold boards and you can vote for it in the 'Eco Haven' category(Image credit: Cuprinol)
This year’s competition includes a new Eco Haven category, which celebrates sheds designed with biodiversity and sustainability in mind.
Developed in partnership with environmental organisation Bee1, these entries focus on creating habitats that support pollinators and reduce environmental impact.
The category brings attention to sheds that blend practical use with ecological purpose.
“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.
“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."
Vote now to choose the winner
Voting is now open to the public until 31 July 2025.
Everyone can visit the competition website to view the shortlisted sheds and cast their vote.
The winning shed will receive a £1,000 prize, a nature-inspired getaway experience, and £250 worth of Cuprinol products.
News Editor Joseph has previously written for Today’s Media and Chambers & Partners, focusing on news for conveyancers and industry professionals. Joseph has just started his own self build project, building his own home on his family’s farm with planning permission for a timber frame, three-bedroom house in a one-acre field. The foundation work has already begun and he hopes to have the home built in the next year. Prior to this he renovated his family's home as well as doing several DIY projects, including installing a shower, building sheds, and livestock fences and shelters for the farm’s animals. Outside of homebuilding, Joseph loves rugby and has written for Rugby World, the world’s largest rugby magazine.
