The orangery is the forerunner to the conservatory and dates back to the 17th Century. Originally, these structures were reserved for the nobility, the rich, and the privileged, to grow and display exotic plants and fruits brought back from tropical countries. 

Orangeries were largely constructed in stone with large timber windows and doors and one or more lantern roofs with a lot of ornamental decoration. 

Today, the distinction between an Orangery and a conservatory is less clear and the word “Orangery” is applied more generally - but usually refers to a building with glazed sides rising from brick or stone walls and with a partially glazed lantern style roof. 

Our hardwood conservatories are ideal to be designed to include the traditional features of the orangery and, given the extensive period detailing available, this can also be achieved with our Evolution range. 

Customers can compare the two at our Windlesham showsite where both are featured.

Sherborne operate throughout Hampshire, Berkshire and Surrey, including Basingstoke, Guildford, Reading, Farnborough, Windsor and Bracknell.