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Earlier this year, we identified three benefits of installing a canopy outside a classroom at a school, college or university campus. However, education isn’t the only sector that can benefit fr

Outdoor Classroom Day is fast approaching, with the first installment of the yearly campaign scheduled for Thursday 23rd May. Running once in May and again in November, Outdoor Classroom Day aims to &

Awning installations have become increasingly popular across the UK in recent years, as hospitality venues continue to embrace outdoor dining and creative outdoor spaces. With manual, motorised and au

Parasols are a simple way of adding another element to your pub garden and improving the space. And with summer fast approaching, ensuring your establishment is ready for al fresco dining and drinking

Canopies offer a plethora of benefits to schools looking to make the most of their outside space, from sheltered walkways to outdoor learning opportunities. However, one of the lesser-known advantages

Installing an external shelter is an effective way of enhancing your outside space. Whether you run a school, restaurant, bar or hotel, maximising your outside space can provide a wide range of benefi

Climate change is impacting our lives more and more. The extreme heatwaves across Europe last summer. Flash flooding in Pakistan. Even changes to where the Winter Olympics takes place due to increasin

Parasols are an excellent option for pubs, restaurants and bars looking to enhance their outside spaces. And with outdoor dining becoming a huge feature for many hospitality venues since the pandemic,

Al fresco dining is here to stay in the UK. After lockdown measures restricted venues to offering just outdoor seating for dining and drinking during the pandemic, there has been a huge rise in the po

From providing outdoor learning opportunities to creating additional social spaces, school canopies can be an excellent way to maximise outside space. But how can accessories elevate a canopy even fur

School canopies have become increasingly popular in the last decade. With pupil numbers growing year-on-year, schools have turned to canopies to provide vital extra space for outdoor learning, storage

To kickstart the new year, we took some time to reflect on an incredibly busy 2023 earlier this week, asking our Exterior Solutions Specialist, Michael Denyer, to pick out five of his favourite projec

In December last year, we asked our Exterior Solutions Specialist Michael Denyer to answer some of the most frequently asked questions from our projects in 2022. And to round off this year, we thought

Social media has become an indispensable marketing tool for businesses, especially in the hospitality industry. Capturing the attention of potential customers and creating a lasting impression is cruc

Hotels throughout the UK have been embracing the exponential growth of outdoor dining in recent years. While the concept is nothing new for the hospitality industry, the post-pandemic boom in populari

An aluminium canopy provides excellent shelter from the elements for students and staff. Many schools use them to provide covered walkways, play areas and spaces to enjoy lunchbreaks away from the cla

Outdoor learning is becoming a fundamental part of the school curriculum. Research continues to highlight the plethora of benefits it has on pupil health and wellbeing, from reducing obesity to improv

Canopies have a wide range of benefits when it comes to improving spaces. Whether you’re looking for a creative way to provide shelter from inclement weather or a solution for an overheating cla

School canopy installations have become increasingly popular in recent years. With class sizes increasing over the last decade, a number of schools have found themselves needing additional breakout sp

Alongside academic achievement, the health and wellbeing of pupils and staff is of paramount importance for schools. Though this has always been the case, the topic of mental health has been thrust in

The second Outdoor Classroom Day of 2023 is fast approaching, with schools across the globe getting ready to participate in the worldwide campaign on Thursday 2nd November. But what is the movement al

One of the main benefits of an external shelter is the protection they provide from the elements. But what difference does an external shelter actually make when it comes to temperature? We used the s

It’s a choice every specifier of an exterior canopy faces – should they opt for a glass or polycarbonate roof? There is no right or wrong answer to this question, but specifiers do need to weigh u

Choosing the correct exterior shelter or solar shade is crucial. But there are a host of things that need to be considered when making that decision. In summer, external structures provide the opportu

Improving the sustainability and energy efficiency of our buildings is of paramount importance. If drastic action isn’t taken, researchers predict the global temperature could pass the 1.5C glob

At a time where we should all be taking steps towards becoming more sustainable, a number of schools are looking to solar powered canopies as a solution. And following a host of enquiries on the matte

Introducing the MAY Parasols range! We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve enhanced our external shading offering by partnering with parasol specialists MAY Parasols. Founded in 1983, the G

We’re delighted to announce our sponsorship of the upcoming Alresford Golf Club Pro Am. Taking place on Thursday 7th September 2023, the event will see 200 golfers from the Southern region compe

In an age where al fresco dining has become increasingly popular, it’s never been more important for hospitality venues to maximise their outdoor space with shading solutions like bioclimatic pe

A quick Google search of ‘al fresco dining UK’ tells you all you need to know about the rise in popularity of outdoor dining in the last few years. The first page of the results is flooded

One question we’re often asked is: How much does a canopy cost? But the answer is not as straightforward as the question. In fact, there are a host of different factors that effect the overall

Gutters and downpipes are crucial elements of a canopy when it comes to rainwater management. And one of the many aspects to consider when specifying a canopy is whether to have these concealed within

Outdoor dining canopies are an essential feature for schools looking to maximise the space available on their campus. With nearly 25 per cent of secondary schools and sixth forms over capacity in 2022

When it comes to deciding which canopy best suits your outside space, it’s likely the debate is between a lean-to and a free-standing canopy. Traditionally the free-standing canopy has been the

Choosing a canopy for your school may seem like a simple decision on the surface. But if you want to fully maximise the outside space available, there are a host of things to consider. Our Exterior So

Research shows how interacting with nature and being outside improves our health and wellbeing. From improving concentration levels to brightening our mood, there are a host of benefits.   Canopies

We’ve had an incredibly busy few months since being launched back in May this year. While the majority of projects have been in the education sector, our jobs have also spanned across the hospit

We love answering questions at Waverley Exteriors. Whether it’s at a free on-site survey, over the phone or via email, we’re always happy to use our expertise to answer any query thrown ou

The Waverley Exteriors education newsletter has arrived! We’ve launched a brand new newsletter for those in the education sector. Ranging from industry articles to our relevant blogs and case st

Maximising outdoor spaces at schools, colleges and universities is hugely important for the welfare of both teachers and students. Outdoor learning, socialising and dining, protection from UV and shel

Waverley has launched a new division to handle increased demand for exterior shading and shelters as the UK seeks to harness the economic, social and environmental benefits of usable outdoor space. 

As a contractor or facilities manager, you will be aware of the plethora of choice when it comes to external canopies suitable for schools and public buildings. Whilst at first glance most look to be