What type of base is suitable for a yurt? The most effective and affordable option for a base is timber. A simple timber framework, a few inches above ground level that can be supported by posts in the ground or settled on paving slabs works well. This framework should be overlaid with planks such as decking or sawn timber. Ensure that 3 mm gaps are left between the boards to allow airflow and expansion. Your yurt base can be any shape; a simple square or octagon will do. Our customers have used many methods to build their yurt bases, from pallets with railway sleepers around the perimeter ..read more

A yurt in Bussière-Badil, France This beautiful 5m diameter yurt, from Yurt Specialists, was built in June 2023. It is located in delightful Bussiere-Badil in France. The region is home to an impressive selection of attractions and experiences, making it well worth a visit. The owner of the yurt had friends to help build the yurt and decorated the interior in a tasteful style. The sophisticated dark wood furniture with natural matting creates a simple yet tranquil sensation within the yurt. Two pots of indoor Areca Palm bring a natural vibe and generate such a relaxing space for guests to enjo ..read more

This 6m diameter yurt, Yurt Specialists’ Ger, was recently purchased and built in the heart of the Peak District, with quintessential views of the area. On this occasion, our trusted yurt building team pitched the yurt as well as designed and constructed a circular raised timber base, with an additional patio area, finished off with a stone wall at one side of the yurt, to make it look like part of the natural setting. Our customer was delighted with the whole job and even provided free accommodation to our team for the duration of the work. The post A brand new setting for a 6m ..read more

Are you keen to boost your business and enjoying a free PR opportunity on Channel 5? If you do, here could be an opportunity just for you…..     Tom Bomford, a Casting Researcher at Pi Productions (http://piproductions.tv/), a television production company run by John Silver, who created Grand Designs and reinvented MasterChef. They are making a brand new documentary series for Channel 5 that follows people as they relocate to start a new life and a new business. They are looking for families or couples who are planning to ditch the 9 to 5 to pursue a career in something they are pa ..read more

Yurts at Barnutopia Some Yurt Specialists’ yurts nesting in the rolling hill of green land of Powys, Wales, at Barnutopia (www.barnutopia.com).       The post Yurts at Barnutopia appeared first on Yurt Specialists ..read more

Green Yurts Are Available Due to a growing demand for green coloured canvas yurts from our customers, we have now started offering green yurts as an option. It is ideally to use at sensitive locations, where planning rules may be an issue. We are proud to introduce our army Green canvas Yurts, which have been used and tested in the U.K for the past 3 years. They have proven to perform as well as our classic white canvas. This option provides our customers with more opportunities to enjoy our traditional yurt structures, but in areas where it might be overlooked by neighbours or the public. The ..read more

A much needed break from your fast paced life – West Sussex Yurts! Sussex Escapes Yurt Next to A Stream Why not take a much needed break from your fast paced life into a tranquil surroundings. Therefore, to embrace the beauty of nature. For instance, Blackberry yurt and Rosehip yurt are happily situated in the most picturesque corner of the field next to a gentle stream and duck pond, on the edge of an Area of Outstanding Nature Beauty, in West Sussex. The downstream is a “secret wood”, which children can collect fire wood and create hides. Check it out what Wayne Bayley’s brand new glamping ..read more

Yurt, A Great Alternative To Prefab School Buildings We have recently installed an 8 metre diameter Mongolian yurt at Oxfords Montessori Forest School. We used the traditional Inner Mongolia colours and patterns to keep the authentic theme of the yurt. Our newly designed yurt structure requires no internal central supports. Therefore maximize the usable space. Making it feel huge and bright inside. This is a great alternative to prefab school buildings.   The post Yurt, A Great Alternative To Prefab School Buildings appeared first on Yurt Specialists ..read more

Inside the luxury yurt which is in the running to be named ‘Shed of the Year’ A 31 year-old artist who set up a unique yurt connected to his shed while waiting for a double hip replacement and a kidney transplant is the in the running for Shed of the Year. Jack Fetherstonhaugh has made the shortlist of ‘sheddies’ set to battle it out in the prestigious Cuprinol competition. Please vote for Jack Fetherstonhaugh for Shed of the Year. He is in category ‘unique’. Every vote helps. www.readersheds.co.uk For more info, please check out the video.     The post Inside the luxury yurt wh ..read more

A Yurt in Portugal The first 6m diametre yurt has been beautifully set up in sunny Portugal by Simon and Pam. The second one will soon be up running too.  Very well done to both of you! What a perfect place for Yoga Retreat and more. Yurt in Portugal made by Yurt Specialists   The post A Yurt in Portugal appeared first on Yurt Specialists ..read more