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A real quality product, & very convenient delivery. Only wish I’d gone for the cutting service for one panel as I had assumed the frame was just overlapping timber lats so easy for a DIY resize, but... See more
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Well made and good looking panels. Did treat them with clear wood preservative when delivered although they are already treated but added a bit extra protection for good luck.
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Terrific quality product and excellent sales and aftersales service. A pleasure to deal with. Ignore that its expensive. Cheap trellis lasts no time at all and looks shoddy very quickly. The Iroko... See more
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Garden Trellis Company sell Trellis, Fence Panels, Arbours & more, with outstanding customer service. FSC certified wooden joinery available ready painted.
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355a Old Road, CO15 3RQ, Clacton-on-Sea, United Kingdom
- 01255688361
- lisa@gardentrellis.co.uk
- gardentrellis.co.uk
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Very well made new trellis toppers (arched)
Needed some new trellis toppers to replace ones that had gone rotten and falling apart. Nice choice of styles and was able to get the exact height, width and curve that I needed to match the rest of the fence. These seem very well made compared to the old ones I had, and hoping that they will last a good time. Quick service and painless delivery and all in all extremely pleased with purchase.
February 19, 2026
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Excellent quality product
Excellent quality product, we ordered RHS panels and Trellis painted
Delivery driver was helpful and considerate
Poor communication post order as to when delivery would be, an area to improve
April 10, 2026
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Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're so pleased to hear that you love the trellis and that the quality met your expectations. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Ordered an unpainted natural wood
Ordered an unpainted natural wood colour to match the three panels I have already bought from “Garden Trellis”
Although the trellis is well made, it is of a heavier
thicker wood, and mismatches my 3 fitted trellis sections, from “Garden Trellis” in colour and manufacture.
February 24, 2026
Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you for your review and for your feedback.
We’re pleased to hear that you found the trellis to be well made, although we’re sorry for the confusion regarding the difference in appearance.
The original panels you previously ordered were from our standard range, whereas the panel you most recently ordered was from our RHS Prestige range.
The RHS Prestige range is manufactured using Thermally Treated Timber and the framing and slat are thicker, which is why it differed slightly in both construction and colour from the standard range panels you already had installed.
We can see that this has now been resolved and that a matching panel has since been delivered to you. If you need any assistance with future orders, please don’t hesitate to contact us and we’ll be happy to help.
Quality products and customer service
Quality products and superb customer service when I experienced issues with the delivery courier. This is a human-led company that really cares about its customers
February 20, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience.
We’re delighted to hear that you’re happy with the quality of our products and that our team was able to support you when the delivery issue arose. While courier problems can be frustrating, we always aim to step in quickly and make things right.
We always aim to offer the best customer service experience we can, so your lovely feedback is appreciated.
Thank you for your support, we’re always here if you need anything else.
Very bad service on trellis which fell apart
Very bad! Just complained about a trellis which we bought and it literally fell apart. You wouldnt believe it. They said I put it up wrong - but they sent no assembly instructions?!? Asked for a discount to replace it and they offered me nothing. Never use them again!
February 17, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
We’re sorry to hear you’re disappointed with your trellis.
Having reviewed your order, the panels were purchased over three years outside of the stated warranty period. While we would not normally expect panels to fail, the images provided show the trellis tied to a low roof terrace railing, with a significant portion of the panel unsupported and exposed to movement. In windy conditions, this type of installation would unfortunately place considerable strain on the structure and can cause panels to come apart.
As outlined in our online guides and on the product page, trellis panels must be secured to appropriately installed posts to ensure stability. Because installations vary widely depending on the setting and intended use, we do not supply bespoke fitting instructions with each order. We provide guidance resources to help customers plan their installation, including advice on suitable posts and support requirements. Where customers are unsure, we would recommend either using our own installation service or seek advice from their preferred installer.
While we’re unable to offer free of charge replacements or the level of discount requested in this instance, we did offer a goodwill 10% discount should you wish to replace them, along with advice on how best to install the new panels to prevent recurrence.
We are always happy to offer advice before purchase to help ensure the correct products selected.
Not a good as expected
The timber of the slatted wall topper panel looks to be well treated with preservative so should ward off rot and insect infestation. However, I’m highly dubious if the flimsy sections of timber used and the stapled construction will stand the test of time, it all feels a bit ‘lightweight’. The spiked post were chunky enough for the job but required the installer to spend much more time getting them set as 4 out of the 5 delivered had the steel rods inserted at an angle which then necessitated larger holes to be bored in the bricks and longer curing time for the resin fixing…and cost to me.
Overall, the Jacksons Fencing alternative would probably have been significantly better for just a little more.
January 2, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review. We’re pleased to hear that you found the timber to be well treated and suitable for resisting rot and insect infestation, but we’re sorry to learn that other aspects of the product and installation did not meet your expectations.
Regarding the construction of the slatted wall topper panels, we’d like to note that we clearly state the size and specification of all timbers used on our website, allowing customers to make a fully informed choice prior to purchase.
With reference to your comparison with an alternative supplier, it can be difficult to make a like-for-like comparison, as some manufacturers do not advertise the timber sizes used in their panels. We do, however, offer a wide variety of fencing and topper panels with differing specifications to suit different requirements and budgets. Our RHS Prestige range is our most robust option, and while this is reflected in the price, we recognise that it may not be suitable or affordable for every customer. For this reason, we aim to provide the best possible solution based on individual budgets and needs.
We’re particularly concerned to hear about the issues you experienced with the spiked posts. The steel studding is inserted by machine specifically to ensure accuracy and consistency, so we’re unable to see how this would normally occur. If possible, we would appreciate it if you could send us images of the angled studding so we can investigate this further.
If you would like to discuss this further, please don’t hesitate to contact our customer service team, who will be happy to assist.
Excellent customer service
Excellent customer service. The quality of the privacy panels I received is top notch. I did have a short wait for the panels to be made up and painted but it was worth the wait. Now fitted they look excellent.
November 27, 2025
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Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear that you’re so pleased with the quality of the privacy panels and the finished result now they’re fitted.
We appreciate your patience while the panels were being made and painted, and it’s great to know that you felt the wait was worthwhile. Your feedback on both our customer service and product quality means a lot to the team.
Thank you again for choosing us, and we hope you enjoy your panels for many years to come.
The delivery arrived just when I…
The delivery arrived just when I anticipated, and the sizing was accurate. I'm very pleased with the product's quality. I even had the chance to speak directly with a technical expert regarding a question I had. There's nothing to fault, so it deserves a full five stars.
December 23, 2025
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Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you for the fantastic five-star review. We’re really pleased to hear that the delivery arrived as expected, the sizing was accurate, and that you’re happy with the quality of the product.
It’s also great to know that our technical team were able to help answer your question directly, we always aim to make sure customers feel fully supported and confident in their purchase.
Thank you again for your kind feedback and for choosing us.
Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you for your review. We're glad to hear you had a good experience with our service. If you ever need anything else, we're here to help.
Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we’re delighted to hear you’re pleased with your trellis panels . Your feedback is appreciated. If you need anything else, we’re always happy to help.
Fantastic experience
I had a fantastic experience with the garden trellis company! My garden store is stunning, the quality is very good. And the highly personalised customer service and aftercare was exceptional. I will be using them again and strongly recommend !
September 1, 2025
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Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you so much for your review. We’re delighted to hear that you’re so pleased with your garden store and that the quality and craftsmanship met your expectations. It’s wonderful to know our personalised service and aftercare made such a positive impression.
We appreciate you taking the time to review us and look forward to helping you in the future.
Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear you’re happy with the quality of our product and the speedy delivery. We really appreciate your support!
Great quality- great service
Love the quality of your products and attractive colour options. Delivered by very considerate driver . Altogether a good shopping experience .
September 26, 2025
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Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you love the quality and colour options of our products, and that your delivery experience was smooth and considerate. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and hope to welcome you back again soon!
Product was great
Product was great. Very good quality. Exactly what we wanted.
September 9, 2025
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Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you so much for your kind words. We're thrilled to hear the product met your expectations and that you're happy with the quality. It's great to know it was exactly what you were looking for.
If there's anything else we can help with in the future, we're always happy to help.
Quality product and excellent service
Terrific quality product and excellent sales and aftersales service. A pleasure to deal with. Ignore that its expensive. Cheap trellis lasts no time at all and looks shoddy very quickly. The Iroko weathers to a lovely soft grey
August 4, 2025
Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback. We're thrilled to hear that you're happy with the quality of our product and the service you received from our team. It's true, while Iroko may be an investment, its durability and the beautiful way it weathers really do set it apart. We're so pleased you're enjoying it, and truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Thanks again for choosing us.
Just what was ordered
Just what was ordered, delivered hundreds of miles to the Middle of Nowhere by the Sea. Excellent. Thank you.
October 1, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you so much for the great review! We're thrilled to hear that your order arrived safely - even all the way to the "Middle of Nowhere by the Sea"! 😊 We're glad everything was just as expected. Your support means a lot to us.
Excellence all-round
Friendly advice on the telephone pre-order and personal delivery over 200 miles away. Tie that to an excellent product...highly recommend.
August 1, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you appreciated the friendly advice over the phone and that the long-distance personal delivery made a positive impression. We believe great service should go hand-in-hand with a great product, so it's fantastic to know we hit the mark for you.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re always here if you need anything in the future.
Good quality trellis
Good quality trellis, fast time between buying and delivery. I ordered unpainted and did it myself. It looks fantastic
July 6, 2025
Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear you’re happy with the quality of the trellis and that delivery was nice and quick. We’re so pleased it turned out fantastic. Enjoy your new addition, and we’d love to help again in the future!
Very disappointed
Very disappointed with the quality of two items I received from this company. After researching to find what sounded like a reputable quality manufacturer, I chose the Garden Trellis Company and ordered two trellis panels, two posts and two post toppers.
When they arrived, one panel and one post were substandard. Large unsightly knots likely to affect the durability of the product, splits in the wood, gapping in the joinery, rough unfinished surfaces - very poor.
When I emailed the company to let them know, the response was that they felt this was acceptable as part of their standard range rather than the “premium” RHS range. Given that the panel and post cost just shy of £250 plus the delivery cost, I disagree I’m afraid, and frankly I may as well have bought from one of the large DIY chain stores.
September 1, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from The Garden Trellis Company
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear you were disappointed with the items you received.
Timber is a natural product, so features such as knots and slight movement in the wood are naturally occurring and not considered faults. If a knot had been loose or fallen out, we would of course have replaced the panel, but the image you shared showed it was intact and would not affect the strength or integrity of the product.
The panels you ordered are from our standard range, which differs from our RHS Prestige range. The Prestige panels are handmade by our team of joiners here in Essex, using low-knot, smooth-sanded timber with mitred corners and screwed joints for added durability. By comparison, our standard bought-in panels use nest and pin corners (not screwed) and are more economical, which is reflected both in their finish and price. For example, the comparable RHS Prestige panel is £433, whereas the standard panel is £222. The images and descriptions on our website are accurate representations of each range, and the products supplied to you matched these.
We do understand that some customers expect the premium specifications of our Prestige range when ordering our standard panels, and we try to make the differences as clear as possible. We also offered you the option to return your order for a refund when it wasn’t what you expected, but understand you chose not to take this up.
We value your feedback and will continue to improve how we communicate the differences between our ranges so customers can choose the option that best suits their needs.
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