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Shepherd's huts - have they become "uncool"?

Emmeline Westin

6 years ago

In case you missed it, David Cameron recently bought a shepherd's hut, which he plans to use as a writing retreat. For some, that means that shepherd's huts are no longer a unique hideaway, but all of a sudden, a trendy must-have garden feature for the masses.

What say you?

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Comments (4)

PRO
Harris Interiors Ltd
6 years ago
I would say they are still a unique cool garden feature! Although many people love the idea of them, the majority will lack the space in their garden; keeping them unique!
PRO
The Dormy House Furniture & Soft Furnishings Ltd
6 years ago
We absolutely love the shepherd hut as a cool alternative for a shed or summer house - definitely unique.
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A B
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I'm still not a fan of these outdoors rooms (i just think spiders and cold!) but if I was going to get one I think a shepherd's hut would be amazing :)
Diane J
6 years ago
Anything associated with David Cameron is distinctly uncool.

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