Orangery extensions in Bridport
Planning an orangery extension in Bridport? We survey the house, work out the planning route, draw the design and build it, so you deal with one team from the first visit to the completion certificate.
- Guide price in BridportFrom £30,500 inc VAT
- PlanningSame limits as single-storey rear; glazing checked for building regs
- Build time10–16 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsDT6
Will the council need to approve it?
In England a glazed or orangery-style extension follows the same size limits as any single-storey rear extension: 3 m or 4 m without an application, or up to 6 m and 8 m through prior approval. Building regulations limit glazing to about a quarter of the new floor area plus the openings it replaces, unless whole-house calculations show the design still performs.
The planning position for a specific Bridport address depends on its history and any designations, which is why we check it at the first visit.
Building over or within 3 m of a public sewer needs the water company's consent, usually through a build-over agreement, before the foundations go in.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
Covering Bridport
Our survey diary covers Bridport, including DT6. The same team covers Dorchester (15 miles), Weymouth (16 miles), Poole (35 miles), Wimborne Minster (35 miles), all within easy reach.
Yeovil, in Somerset, is roughly 15 miles from Bridport and also on our list. South West homes range from terraced streets in the cities to stone cottages and bungalows in the countryside, and conservation areas are common in historic centres.
What should I budget for an orangery extension in Bridport?
These guide figures apply our South West England adjustment (×1.02) to national rates. They include VAT at 20% and cover the build itself; design and council fees are listed separately.
Typical rates in Bridport: £2,450 to £4,590 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 m × 4 m 12 m² | £30,500 – £37,000 | £34,000 – £43,000 | £41,500 – £55,500 |
| 4 m × 4 m 16 m² | £39,000 – £47,500 | £45,500 – £57,500 | £55,000 – £73,500 |
| 4 m × 6 m 24 m² | £58,500 – £71,000 | £68,500 – £86,000 | £83,000 – £110,500 |
For a figure based on your own dimensions, use our guide-price tool.
Included in a typical project
- Opening into the main house
- Thermal calculations where glazing is generous
- Foundations, walls and insulated perimeter roof
- Aluminium or timber lantern and full-height glazing
- Heating sized for the glass area
How the project works
Site visits are free and there is no obligation. Where drawings are needed, the design stage is priced in writing before it starts.
Free site visit
First, a site visit: we look at the house, garden, access and drains and listen to what you need.
Design and approvals
Once the layout is agreed, we deal with the council: planning permission or written confirmation that none is needed, plus building control.
Fixed written price
With the design and specification agreed, you get a fixed written price and a start date.
Build and sign-off
Our team builds the extension, keeps you updated weekly and finishes with building control sign-off.
Questions people ask about orangery extensions
Do you cover all of Bridport?
Yes. We cover Bridport and the surrounding parts of Dorset. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
How long does an orangery extension take to build in Bridport?
On site, typically 10 to 16 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 6–12 weeks design and approvals.
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Bridport, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
What is the difference between an orangery and a conservatory?
An orangery has a solid roof perimeter with a central lantern and more solid wall, so it is warmer and more like a room. A conservatory is mostly glass. Building regulations treat a heated orangery joined to the house as an extension.
Will an orangery be too hot in summer?
Not if it is designed with solar-control glass, a solid perimeter and ventilation. We size the lantern and opening vents with that in mind.
Book a free site visit in Bridport
We will measure up, check the planning position and give you honest guide figures.
- Free, no-obligation site visit
- Planning route checked before you spend on drawings
- Written price once the design is agreed
- Building control sign-off at the end
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Book a free site visit
Tell us a little about the project and we will arrange a time.