Usually delivered: 2-7 Working Days.
Description
The Rowlinson Harrogate Arbour provides a classic focal point for any garden. Designed with a traditional apex roof, this sturdy structure works well in both formal and cottage-style landscapes. It is supplied in a natural timber finish, presenting a rustic appearance right away, while also offering a blank canvas for those who prefer to paint or stain the wood to match an existing colour scheme.
Designed with comfort in mind, the arbour features a carefully measured 22-degree seat back angle to ensure an ergonomic resting position. The generously proportioned bench comfortably seats up to three people, making it an ideal gathering place for family or a spacious retreat for one. A subtly decorative shaped front seat rail completes the seating area, alongside convenient flat armrests that provide a handy ledge for a mug of tea or a book.
Constructed with a solid tongue-and-groove back panel, roof, and sides, this garden building creates a pleasant sense of enclosure and privacy. The solid tongue-and-groove roof panels also provide welcome shade on sunnier afternoons. To aid longevity, the sustainably sourced timber is fully pressure-treated. This manufacturing process infuses the wood with preservatives to help resist rot and fungal decay, ensuring your seating area remains a reliable fixture year after year.
Features:
Framing Finish - Smooth planed timbers
Seats - Up to 3
Treatment - Pressure-treated for longevity
Leg Dimensions - W95 x D45 mm
Delivery - Delivered flat-packed for easy construction
Make the Most of Your Garden Arbour
To get the best out of the Harrogate Arbour, consider its placement within your garden carefully. Positioning it against a dense hedge or tucked into a quiet corner can maximise the feeling of privacy created by the solid panels. It serves beautifully as a destination point at the end of a garden path or as a spot specifically to catch the late-afternoon sun. Adding a selection of outdoor-safe cushions will instantly increase the comfort level, turning this wooden seat into an inviting outdoor living space where you can enjoy a morning coffee or a quiet evening unwinding.
Beyond just a seating area, the arbour offers an excellent opportunity to integrate more colour and greenery into your outdoor space. While it arrives ready to use, painting the timber in a soft sage green or a striking slate grey can alter its character entirely. You might also encourage climbing plants, such as scented jasmine, clematis, or rambling roses, to grow around the robust outer frame. As the foliage intertwines with the timber over the seasons, the arbour will blend naturally into the environment, creating a shaded, fragrant canopy that looks entirely at home in your garden.
Optional Professional Assembly Service Available
Rowlinson offer a convenient assembly service for the Harrogate Arbour, carried out by their experienced installation team to ensure a professional finish. This optional service saves time and guarantees the structure is correctly and securely assembled for immediate enjoyment.
About Your Order:
The Rowlinson Garden Arbour is a flat-pack delivery for easy assembly. All the fixtures and fittings required for assembly are provided. Easy-to-follow instructions are included. The delivery team will use their discretion to ensure a safe and reasonable placement of the arbour. Please note that unrestricted access is required, and the delivery team will not pass through your home or garage. We prioritise the safety of your property and will not deliver to an unsafe location that could potentially cause damage.
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Garden Arbour Maintenance
The Rowlinson Harrogate Arbour Seat is made from pressure-treated timbers for excellent durability and longevity. Rowlinson’s pressure-treated products do not require annual re-treatment. If desired can be painted or stained. An anti-rot solution in the timber structure improves resistance to rot. The treatment may leave a greenish tinge on the wood; this is normal and will grey over time. The manufacturer advises that if you want to paint your garden arbour a different colour, ensure the treatment you choose is recommended for pressure-treated timber.
elbec recommends Protek wood treatment. Browse our Protek Royal Exterior Wood Finish Paint range to find the best arbour paint to add your own finish.
About Rowlinson
Rowlinson, a family enterprise established in 1926, boasts over 95 years of timber-trading and manufacturing expertise. With a rich legacy in timber expertise and innovative product development, Rowlinson Garden Products has positioned itself as a premier UK manufacturer and importer of a wide range of garden structures, buildings, storage solutions, furniture, and landscaping items.
Today, their expansive portfolio includes over 400 products, ranging from traditional timber buildings to contemporary metal sheds. The team is dedicated to constant innovation and ensures that products meet the latest BS EN standards. Rowlinson pledges unwavering dedication to environmental performance, leveraging its vast experience and resources for ongoing refinement and sustainability in all operations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does the timber require any immediate treatment before use? No, the arbour is supplied pressure-treated to help resist rot and decay from the moment it is assembled. However, you can paint or stain the natural timber finish straight away if you wish to change its appearance.
How many people can sit in the arbour? The wide bench is designed to comfortably seat up to three people.
Are the back and side panels slatted or solid? The structure features a solid tongue-and-groove back panel, roof, and sides, providing excellent privacy, shade, and a highly sturdy build.
What is the angle of the backrest? For optimal comfort and posture support, the seating area features a carefully designed 22-degree seatback angle.
Is all the required hardware included for assembly? Yes, the Harrogate Arbour comes complete with comprehensive instructions and all the necessary fittings required for a straightforward build.
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Delivery
How Your Order Will Arrive
All Rowlinson products are delivered flat-packed and ready for self-assembly. Delivery is made to the kerbside or driveway of your property using a Hi-ab vehicle (a truck with a mechanical crane).
Booking Your Delivery
Deliveries are handled by our carrier partner, DX. Within 1–2 working days of placing your order, DX will contact you to arrange delivery. If you’ve provided a mobile number, you’ll receive a text message; otherwise, you’ll be contacted by phone. You’ll be given a delivery date and a 3-hour time slot.
Estimated Delivery Timeframes
You can find the estimated lead time for each product on the product page above.
Please note:
- Lead times are shown in working days (Monday to Friday, excluding Bank Holidays).
- These are estimates provided by the manufacturer, based on current demand. While we aim to deliver on time, these are not guaranteed.
- Remote areas may take a little longer to receive deliveries.
Delivery Surcharges
A delivery surcharge applies to the following postcode areas:
AB, DD, DG, FK, G, IV*, KA, KY, ML, PA, PH
To check if this applies to you, simply enter your postcode in the ‘Delivery Surcharge Checker’ above.
We’re Unable to Deliver to These Areas
Unfortunately, we cannot deliver Rowlinson products to the following postcode areas:
BT, GY, HS, IM, JE, KW, PA (20–78), ZE, PO (30–40), IV (41–56)*
Collection Charge
If you decide to return the item, please note that there is a collection charge for the following postcodes. To enquire about the collection charge, please use our Contact Us form:
AB, DD, DG, FK, G, IV*, KA, KY, ML, PA, PH
Specification
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The Rowlinson Harrogate Arbour offers classic styling and robust construction, providing a secluded spot to relax in your garden. Crafted from sustainably sourced timber, this pressure-treated structure features a thoughtful design tailored for everyday comfort.
- Spacious bench design that comfortably seats up to three people
- Ergonomic 22-degree seat back angle for superior comfort and support
- Solid tongue-and-groove back panel, roof, and sides for enhanced privacy
- Supplied in a natural timber finish that is ready to paint or stain
- Traditional apex roof styling paired with a decorative shaped front seat rail












