Orangery Extension Carlton
An orangery gives you a bright, brick-built living space that feels like part of the house all year round. We design and build orangeries across Carlton, Gedling and Netherfield, handling everything from the first survey to the finished lantern roof.
With solid walls, a flat perimeter roof and a glazed roof lantern, an orangery stays warmer than a conservatory in winter and cooler in summer – ideal for kitchens, dining rooms and garden lounges.
- Fixed written quotes with no hidden extras
- Planning and building regs handled for you
- Local Carlton team, 15+ years of extensions
Orangery Builders Serving Carlton and Gedling
Carlton has a great mix of housing for orangeries. The Victorian and Edwardian terraces near Carlton Hill and Cavendish Road suit a classic brick orangery that matches the original masonry. The 1930s semis around Westdale Lane and the post-war homes towards Gedling and Porchester often have generous rear gardens with room for a wider, open-plan design.
An orangery sits between a conservatory and a full extension. You get solid brick pillars or walls, a flat insulated perimeter roof with a glazed lantern on top, and large glazed doors out to the garden. Because more of the structure is solid and insulated, it holds heat far better than a conservatory and can be used every day of the year, not just in spring and autumn.
Most Carlton orangeries we build become kitchen-diners or garden rooms. We match brickwork to your existing house, take care of drainage and foundations (important on some of Carlton’s sloping plots), and manage building control sign-off so the space is fully compliant and adds real value when you sell.
Best For
Homeowners in Carlton who want a light-filled, year-round room – a kitchen-diner, family lounge or home office – without the heavier look of a standard extension.
Typical Timescale
Most single orangeries in Carlton take 8 to 12 weeks on site, plus 2 to 4 weeks for design and approvals before we start.
Benefits of an Orangery Extension in Carlton
More light than an extension, more comfort than a conservatory.
- Year-round use – insulated walls and roof keep the room warm in a Nottinghamshire winter and comfortable in summer.
- Natural light – a glazed roof lantern and full-height doors flood the room with daylight, even on north-facing Carlton gardens.
- Added value – a well-built orangery typically adds more to a Carlton home’s value than a conservatory of the same size.
- Matches your home – brick and render finished to match the existing house, so it looks original rather than bolted on.
- Often no planning needed – many Carlton orangeries fall within permitted development, and we confirm this before any work starts.
- Flexible living space – works as a kitchen-diner, playroom, dining room or garden lounge, open-plan or with doors.
Our Orangery Process in Carlton
Free Survey
We visit your Carlton home, measure up, check levels and drainage, and talk through how you want to use the space.
Design & Quote
You get drawings and a fixed written quote covering the full build, glazing, roof lantern and finishes.
Planning & Regs
We confirm permitted development or submit a planning application to Gedling Borough Council, plus building regs drawings.
Groundworks
Foundations, drainage and the base go in first, with care taken around existing pipes and garden access.
Build & Glaze
Brickwork, flat roof, roof lantern, doors and windows are installed, then electrics, heating and plastering.
Finish & Sign-Off
Flooring and decoration completed, building control sign-off arranged, and a full handover with certificates.
Orangery Costs in Carlton (2026 Guide)
Every plot is different, so treat these as guide ranges. Your fixed quote follows the free survey.
| Orangery Type | Typical Size | Guide Price |
|---|---|---|
| Compact orangery | 3m x 3m | £30,000 – £40,000 |
| Mid-size orangery | 4m x 4m | £40,000 – £55,000 |
| Large / kitchen orangery | 5m x 4m+ | £55,000 – £75,000 |
| Premium bespoke orangery | Bespoke | £75,000+ |
Prices include structure, roof lantern, glazing, electrics and plastering. Kitchens, underfloor heating and premium flooring are quoted separately.
Do You Need Planning Permission in Carlton?
📋 Planning Rules for Carlton Orangeries
Many orangeries in Carlton can be built under permitted development: single storey, up to 4m deep on a detached house or 3m on a semi or terrace (more with prior approval), no higher than 4m, and using materials that match the house. If your home is near Carlton’s conservation area boundaries, has had rights removed, or you want a larger design, a planning application to Gedling Borough Council is needed. We check your address, handle any application, and provide all building regulations drawings – our planning success rate is 100%.
Areas We Cover
Based locally, we cover Carlton, Gedling, Netherfield, Colwick and the surrounding NG4 postcodes.
Orangery Projects Near Carlton
What Carlton Homeowners Say
“Our orangery off the kitchen has completely changed how we use the house. Warm in January, which our old conservatory never was. The brick match to our 1930s semi is spot on.”
“They handled the planning application with Gedling council and kept us updated the whole way. The lantern roof makes the dining room so bright. Ten weeks start to finish, as promised.”
“Tidy, polite team who protected the garden and cleaned up daily. The fixed quote was exactly what we paid. Our Carlton terrace now has a lovely garden lounge we use every evening.”
Orangery FAQs for Carlton Homeowners
Often not. Many Carlton orangeries fall within permitted development if they stay within the size and height limits. If your home is affected by conservation rules or you want a larger design, we handle the application to Gedling Borough Council for you.
Most Carlton orangeries cost between £30,000 and £75,000 depending on size and specification. A typical 4m x 4m orangery sits around £40,000 to £55,000. We give a fixed written quote after a free survey.
An orangery has solid brick walls or pillars and an insulated flat roof with a glazed lantern, so it holds heat much better. A conservatory is mostly glass. For year-round use in Carlton’s climate, an orangery is the more comfortable choice.
Most Carlton orangeries take 8 to 12 weeks on site, with 2 to 4 weeks beforehand for design and approvals. We give you a clear programme before work starts.
Yes, in most cases. A well-designed orangery adds usable living space with full building regs sign-off, which local agents value more highly than a conservatory. Uplift varies by street and finish, so we can discuss realistic figures at the survey.
Ready to Plan Your Carlton Orangery?
Book a free, no-obligation site survey and get a fixed written quote for your orangery extension.