Description

The Elite Thyme 8x14 Glass-to-Ground Greenhouse is one of the larger models in the 8ft range, delivering a spacious and elegant solution for gardeners with ambitious growing plans. Measuring 8’5” wide and 14 feet long, this greenhouse combines generous growing space with a refined, Victorian-inspired glass-to-ground design. The 12-inch glazing sections flood the interior with natural light, creating the perfect environment for tall crops such as tomatoes, grapevines, small fruit trees, and vibrant flowers and fragrant herbs.

Built with durability and practicality in mind, the Thyme 8x14 features a strong aluminium frame reinforced with high-tensile nuts and bolts and strengthening cantilevers for long-lasting stability. The low-threshold sliding doors ensure smooth and easy access, even with heavy tools or pots, while integral gutters collect rainwater efficiently to support sustainable irrigation. Inside, the diamond shelf provides a practical space for organising pots, seedlings, and tools, keeping your growing area neat and functional.

The 4mm toughened safety glass provides exceptional durability and impact resistance, ensuring both long-lasting clarity and enhanced safety for years of reliable use. Ventilation is expertly managed through four roof vents and two 5-blade louvre vents, ensuring steady airflow and balanced humidity levels for thriving plants throughout the year. Decorative crestings and finials complete the greenhouse with a touch of period charm, making it a stunning centrepiece in any garden.

Customise your Thyme greenhouse with a choice of over eleven powder-coated colours, including deep Olive, sleek Graphite, or rich Berry, to complement your outdoor space. The classic alloy silver finish remains a timeless option for a more traditional look.

Proudly manufactured in the UK, the Elite Thyme 8x14 Glass-to-Ground Greenhouse delivers the ultimate combination of style, space, and strength. Whether growing climbing vegetables, nurturing fruit trees, or creating a colourful floral display, this greenhouse provides everything you need to achieve exceptional gardening results on a grand scale.

The 20 Year Elite Guarantee

Every Elite Greenhouse comes with a 20-year frame guarantee as standard, a true mark of confidence in their craftsmanship. Backed by a dedicated team passionate about quality, each greenhouse is designed to bring lasting enjoyment and to stand proudly in your garden for a lifetime.

At elbec, we’re proud to have partnered with Elite for over 20 years, also showcasing their exceptional greenhouses at our showsite and sharing their heritage of excellence with our customers.

Bespoke Greenhouse Options

You have the flexibility to select bespoke options for this aluminium greenhouse. The options are available for any desired length, offered in unlimited 1ft increments. While the depth can be tailored to individual preferences, please note that the front width remains fixed.

This bespoke service allows you to create a greenhouse that perfectly suits your needs and space requirements. The Thyme range offers a variety of sizes, but if none fit your needs perfectly, simply let us know your preferred depth, and we can customise it to your specifications. You can add an extra double door to the rear, a partition with a single door to further personalise your growing space, making it even more versatile and tailored to your requirements.

Elite Greenhouse Accessories Options

Elite Greenhouses also provides a selection of recommended optional accessories to enhance functionality and convenience. Add extra roof and louvre vents for improved airflow where plants need additional ventilation. In addition to the standard slatted shelving, you can add extra shelving along the opposite length, providing a stylish and practical solution to maximise growing space while keeping plants and tools neatly organised.  A rainwater collection kit can be fitted to the integral gutters, allowing you to harvest and reuse rainwater for more sustainable watering practices.

Explore the full range of optional accessories in the ‘Choose Additional Options’ section above.

Please note: Images may show additional items such as furniture or accessories that are not part of the purchase. Please check the specification table for the standard features included with this greenhouse size.

Features:

After Care – Maintenance free

Frame finish - Silver aluminium finish or optional powder coating in various colours

Wall Glazing – 4mm toughened safety glass

Roof Glazing – 4mm toughened safety glass

Roof Style – Apex style

Roof Vents – 4 manual

Louvre Vents – 2 manual

Base – Integral base

Doors – Double sliding doors located on the 8ft front width

Access – Dropped doors with low threshold and cambered cill for easy access

Lock – Lockable (2 keys supplied)

Bar Capping – Powder coated colour options

Size options – Unlimited size options available

Recommended Base Types

When installing your Elite Thyme Greenhouse, selecting the right base is crucial for stability and long-term use. One of the most popular methods is to create a level, flagged area. Making the slabbed surface slightly larger than the greenhouse dimensions is recommended, as the listed measurements are nominal, and the actual structure may be a few inches larger. Refer to the metric measurements on the specifications table to ensure you make the base the right size. For instance, for an 8’x6’ greenhouse, a slab area of 10’x8’ is ideal, allowing space for positioning water barrels and providing access for cleaning and maintenance.

If you are constructing your greenhouse on soft ground, such as soil or grass, solid support under the door cill is essential to prevent damage from repeated use. This can be achieved by placing flags under the cill or using Elite’s soft soil support, ensuring the door(s) run smoothly on the track. Whether installed on a hard or soft surface, Elite provides options to securely anchor the base, ensuring a stable foundation.

Easy Assembly & Professional Installation Options

Every Elite Aluminium Greenhouse is designed to make set-up as easy as possible. All fixtures and fittings are included, and the detailed instructions walk you through each step. With only a few standard tools, most customers can assemble their greenhouse over a weekend, the pace depends on your skills, confidence, and how many helping hands you have.

If you’d rather not build it yourself, we offer access to professional third-party installers. This service gives you peace of mind that your greenhouse will be assembled correctly and ready to enjoy. Simply contact us for details of recommended fitters in your area.

Aluminium Greenhouse Maintenance

Maintenance and care are essential for prolonging the lifespan of your Elite Greenhouse. The upkeep is simple but can ensure your greenhouse serves you for many years, even decades. Cleaning your greenhouse is crucial in enhancing the plant-growing environment by eliminating algae, moss, and grime. It allows more light in and also helps in managing pests and diseases.

To maintain your greenhouse effectively, start by temporarily relocating your plants. Use a brush to clean tabletops, remove cobwebs from corners, and eliminate floor debris. Ensuring clean windows inside and outside is vital for maximising light levels. You can clean the glass, aluminium, and plastic surfaces with a microfibre cloth, using hot, soapy water or a commercial greenhouse cleaning product. Rinse with clean water and let it dry.

About Elite Greenhouses

With over 70 years of craftsmanship passed through three generations, Elite continues to design and build greenhouses at their Bolton, Lancashire factory. This heritage of quality is confidently supported by an unrivalled 20-year guarantee.

Elite Greenhouses has a history spanning over five decades. It is known for its exceptional commitment to quality and service that is challenging to surpass. Elite's core values have remained steadfast throughout the years, rooted in a simple yet enduring formula evident across its entire product range. It persistently crafts greenhouses designed to last a lifetime, drawing from decades of experience and a deep pride in its work.

Elite offers the most extensive selection of greenhouses, featuring distinctive products in a wide range of optional colours. Complementing their greenhouses is a vast array of optional accessories, allowing you to tailor your Elite greenhouse to be uniquely yours. Every Elite greenhouse, just like the very first one crafted over half a century ago, leaves the factory meticulously packaged and distributed with the same level of care. All components of Elite Greenhouses adhere to UK industry standards.

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Delivery

ALL DELIVERIES ARE DELIVERED TO KERBSIDE OR DRIVEWAY, DELIVERIES CAN BE MADE TO THE BACK OF THE PROPERTY SO LONG AS THERE ARE NO ACCESS OR RESTRICTION ISSUES. PRODUCTS ARE DELIVERED FLAT PACKED READY FOR ASSEMBLY.

On Order
Once you have placed your order you will receive three automatic emails from elbec about your order.

Booking Delivery

Between 15-20 working days after placing your order you’ll be contacted by telephone by our manufacturer’s delivery team with a delivery date. Your delivery is made by Elite’s own transport.

Delivery Leadtimes

The estimated delivery lead time for this product is identified on the product page above (please be aware if ordering a coloured greenhouse the leadtime is extended by up to 2 weeks). Lead times are in working days (Monday - Friday) excludes Bank Holidays. These estimated lead times are provided by the manufacturers and are. These estimated lead times are provided by the manufacturers and are not guaranteed - due to fluctuation in demand - but are provided in good faith and are representative of delivery at that time. Some remote areas will take a little longer.

Upon Delivery

Delivery is between 7am to 7pm. Your order is a kerbside delivery in many instances the driver can deliver your order either to the side of your property or the back. You do not have to be present on the day of the delivery. If you are unable to be present please can you let the delivery team know when they call to book in your delivery date, as they will be able to leave the item somewhere safe this would be at your own risk. There must be no access or restriction issues. Unfortunately we will not be able to go through your property.

Delivery Areas:

A delivery surcharge may apply to deliveries offshore or some remote parts of Scotland.  Please contact our Sales Team through our 'Contact Us' Section..

Specification

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The Elite Thyme 8x14 Glass-to-Ground Greenhouse, the largest in the 8ft range, combines Victorian elegance with modern strength for exceptional growing potential. Top features include:

• 20 year frame guarantee
• Integral base and gutters
• Double doors with low threshold access
• 12” wide glazing sections for a classical look
• Diamond shelf to one length
• Four large roof vent and two louvre vents
• Cantilevers for added strength, decorative cresting and finials
• Apex roof shape and maintenance-free design
• Optional powder-coated finish available in a choice of colours