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Rakeswood Driveway Gate

£635.00

  • Actual gate width for both sides added together.

    TO CALCULATE GATE WIDTH:

    Take three horizontal measurements between existing posts or pillars.

    Reduce lowest measurement by 40mm (1 1/2").  Find the closest size on the drop down list and select the next size lower. 

    *WIDTH

    Actual gate width for both sides added together. For example, if you selected a width from the drop down of 10ft (3m 048mm), you would receive 2 x gates at 5ft wide (1m 524mm).

    *HEIGHT

    Taken to the highest point of the gate. We recommend leaving a gap of 25mm (1") clearance between the bottom edge of the gate and ground level. 


    *HORN DESIGN

    Change the design on the side and centre gate horns. 

    FINISH OPTIONS

    Professionally finished. Please note. Colour may look slightly different on the gate due to screen settings. Knots on the timber and screws will be visible. We do offer free samples on request. To order your free sample, please contact us.

    *ENTER RAL COLOUR CODE*

    POSTS

    All posts are 8ft (2m 440mm) in length. Sold online in pairs. If you require single posts, please call to order.

    HINGE SET

    Available in either galvanised or galvanised and black finish. Heavy duty adjustable gate hinge set which includes hinges, drop bolts, brenton bolt, latch and fixings (for gate only). For gates over 10ft wide, we recommend our 36" adjustable set.

    All hinge sets come with a 5 yr guarantee.

    GATE LOCK

    Double locking, black and chrome. Includes 5 keys.

    ADDING AUTOMATION NOW OR IN THE FUTURE?

    Extra support for the gate is needed if planning on automating your gates. This is due to the force of the automation to the gate. Standard rails (over time) will fail. Add either a solid middle rail if attaching automation arms to middle of the gate (also know as above ground automation), or bottom middle rail if using underground automation.


    AUTOMATION KITS

    Supplied to us by BFT, one of the most reliable automation manufacturers out there. All kits come complete with a 2 year manufacturers guarantee.

    * 

How to Measure

Measuring for your new gate is actually a very simple process.

If existing posts/ pillars are in place, take three horizontal measurements. Top, middle and bottom as shown below.

Make a note of the SMALLEST width.

** If you are replacing the posts, take a measurement of the whole opening width and reduce size by the width of the posts. For example: Opening width of 3m 460mm minus 2x posts (at 100mm wide each) = 3m 260mm.

Next, decide how the gate will hang and reduce width accordingly. The is by far the most popular option. Gate hinges are mounted to the rear of post. A gap of 15mm between edge of gap and post (each side) and a centre gap of 10mm for opening/ closing.

figure 1a - driveway opening set up example

Reduce 40mm off your smallest measurement (from “Step 1”).

If ordering online and exact measurement not offered. Reduce to closest size. Want it exact? No problem, call our team to order – 0800 6124 965.

Download PDF Guide

Estimated delivery time: Monday 2nd December to Friday 6th December. (Additional 5 - 10 working days if paint/ stain is added.)

Need it faster? Call our team on 0800 6124 965 to discuss our EXPRESS SERVICE.

FREE (mainland) delivery on orders over £750 (excludes Scotland). Orders under this amount are subject to a delivery charge depending on product. See "here" for more.

Need advice?

Call our team on 0800 6124 965
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

Our customers love us...

  • 0% Finance Spread the cost of your new gate interest free.
    Orders over £1000 to £6000. Option available at checkout.

Rakeswood Driveway Gate

£635.00

Using only the finest materials and mounting on a structural gra ded frame, the Rakeswood Driveway Gate is an ideal way to secure your pets or children without spending vast amounts of money! Pine 6″ x 1″ based on a structural graded (C16) frame. Matching Side Gate & Garden Gates and Fence Panels can also be manufactured to your size.

  • Actual gate width for both sides added together.

    TO CALCULATE GATE WIDTH:

    Take three horizontal measurements between existing posts or pillars.

    Reduce lowest measurement by 40mm (1 1/2").  Find the closest size on the drop down list and select the next size lower. 

    *WIDTH

    Actual gate width for both sides added together. For example, if you selected a width from the drop down of 10ft (3m 048mm), you would receive 2 x gates at 5ft wide (1m 524mm).

    *HEIGHT

    Taken to the highest point of the gate. We recommend leaving a gap of 25mm (1") clearance between the bottom edge of the gate and ground level. 


    *HORN DESIGN

    Change the design on the side and centre gate horns. 

    FINISH OPTIONS

    Professionally finished. Please note. Colour may look slightly different on the gate due to screen settings. Knots on the timber and screws will be visible. We do offer free samples on request. To order your free sample, please contact us.

    *ENTER RAL COLOUR CODE*

    POSTS

    All posts are 8ft (2m 440mm) in length. Sold online in pairs. If you require single posts, please call to order.

    HINGE SET

    Available in either galvanised or galvanised and black finish. Heavy duty adjustable gate hinge set which includes hinges, drop bolts, brenton bolt, latch and fixings (for gate only). For gates over 10ft wide, we recommend our 36" adjustable set.

    All hinge sets come with a 5 yr guarantee.

    GATE LOCK

    Double locking, black and chrome. Includes 5 keys.

    ADDING AUTOMATION NOW OR IN THE FUTURE?

    Extra support for the gate is needed if planning on automating your gates. This is due to the force of the automation to the gate. Standard rails (over time) will fail. Add either a solid middle rail if attaching automation arms to middle of the gate (also know as above ground automation), or bottom middle rail if using underground automation.


    AUTOMATION KITS

    Supplied to us by BFT, one of the most reliable automation manufacturers out there. All kits come complete with a 2 year manufacturers guarantee.

    * 

Estimated delivery time: Monday 2nd December to Friday 6th December. (Additional 5 - 10 working days if paint/ stain is added.)

Need it faster? Call our team on 0800 6124 965 to discuss our EXPRESS SERVICE.

FREE (mainland) delivery on orders over £750 (excludes Scotland). Orders under this amount are subject to a delivery charge depending on product. See "here" for more.

Need advice?

Call our team on 0800 6124 965
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

Our customers love us...

  • 0% Finance Spread the cost of your new gate interest free.
    Orders over £1000 to £6000. Option available at checkout.

Rakeswood Driveway Gate

£635.00

  • Expertly crafted by hand in the UK
  • Made to any size
  • Mortise, tenon and dowel jointed
  • Stainless steel fixings
  • Routered edging
  • Rebated frame
  • Free UK delivery (over £750)
  • 0% Finance available

Using only the finest materials and mounting on a structural gra ded frame, the Rakeswood Driveway Gate is an ideal way to secure your pets or children without spending vast amounts of money! Pine 6″ x 1″ based on a structural graded (C16) frame. Matching Side Gate & Garden Gates and Fence Panels can also be manufactured to your size.

  • Actual gate width for both sides added together.

    TO CALCULATE GATE WIDTH:

    Take three horizontal measurements between existing posts or pillars.

    Reduce lowest measurement by 40mm (1 1/2").  Find the closest size on the drop down list and select the next size lower. 

    *WIDTH

    Actual gate width for both sides added together. For example, if you selected a width from the drop down of 10ft (3m 048mm), you would receive 2 x gates at 5ft wide (1m 524mm).

    *HEIGHT

    Taken to the highest point of the gate. We recommend leaving a gap of 25mm (1") clearance between the bottom edge of the gate and ground level. 


    *HORN DESIGN

    Change the design on the side and centre gate horns. 

    FINISH OPTIONS

    Professionally finished. Please note. Colour may look slightly different on the gate due to screen settings. Knots on the timber and screws will be visible. We do offer free samples on request. To order your free sample, please contact us.

    *ENTER RAL COLOUR CODE*

    POSTS

    All posts are 8ft (2m 440mm) in length. Sold online in pairs. If you require single posts, please call to order.

    HINGE SET

    Available in either galvanised or galvanised and black finish. Heavy duty adjustable gate hinge set which includes hinges, drop bolts, brenton bolt, latch and fixings (for gate only). For gates over 10ft wide, we recommend our 36" adjustable set.

    All hinge sets come with a 5 yr guarantee.

    GATE LOCK

    Double locking, black and chrome. Includes 5 keys.

    ADDING AUTOMATION NOW OR IN THE FUTURE?

    Extra support for the gate is needed if planning on automating your gates. This is due to the force of the automation to the gate. Standard rails (over time) will fail. Add either a solid middle rail if attaching automation arms to middle of the gate (also know as above ground automation), or bottom middle rail if using underground automation.


    AUTOMATION KITS

    Supplied to us by BFT, one of the most reliable automation manufacturers out there. All kits come complete with a 2 year manufacturers guarantee.

    * 

How to Measure

Measuring for your new gate is actually a very simple process.

If existing posts/ pillars are in place, take three horizontal measurements. Top, middle and bottom as shown below.

Make a note of the SMALLEST width.

** If you are replacing the posts, take a measurement of the whole opening width and reduce size by the width of the posts. For example: Opening width of 3m 460mm minus 2x posts (at 100mm wide each) = 3m 260mm.

Next, decide how the gate will hang and reduce width accordingly. The is by far the most popular option. Gate hinges are mounted to the rear of post. A gap of 15mm between edge of gap and post (each side) and a centre gap of 10mm for opening/ closing.

figure 1a - driveway opening set up example

Reduce 40mm off your smallest measurement (from “Step 1”).

If ordering online and exact measurement not offered. Reduce to closest size. Want it exact? No problem, call our team to order – 0800 6124 965.

Download PDF Guide

Estimated delivery time: Monday 2nd December to Friday 6th December. (Additional 5 - 10 working days if paint/ stain is added.)

Need it faster? Call our team on 0800 6124 965 to discuss our EXPRESS SERVICE.

FREE (mainland) delivery on orders over £750 (excludes Scotland). Orders under this amount are subject to a delivery charge depending on product. See "here" for more.

Need advice?

Call our team on 0800 6124 965
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

Our customers love us...

  • 0% Finance Spread the cost of your new gate interest free.
    Orders over £1000 to £6000. Option available at checkout.

MADE IN THE UK

Expertly Crafted by Hand

All of our gates are expertly crafted by hand in the UK using time served construction techniques. Unlike others, we do not pin our gates together. We use a traditional framing method. Mortise and tenon joints, along with dowels, are a traditional woodworking technique that provide strong and durable connections between frame members. Combining these joints in a wooden frame enhances stability and longevity. When it comes to securing the cladding to the frame, we only use stainless steel screws. Standard screws will rust leading to the gate's structure to fail over time. Hardwood is a lot more of a stable timber compared to softwood but will expand and shrink during different stages throughout the year. This is completely normal. To protect this, we rebate the inner legs of the gate. This allows the cladding to expand and contract without causing any damage to the frame and without it being noticeable when looking at the gate.

Finish is in the detail. Routered detailing to the edges of the gate, creating a more polished and refined appearance. This decorative touch enhances the overall visual appeal of the gate, making it stand out as a well-crafted and finished piece.

We welcome and encourage our customers to come and visit our factory and see gates being produced for themselves.

FRAMED 3" x 3" (70mm x 70mm) - Mortise, tennon & dowel jointed
REAR BRACING 3" x 2" (70mm x 47mm)
CLADDING T, G and V, 19mm Deep x 125mm Wide (nominal)
FIXINGS Stainless Steel Screws
Mortise-tenon-and-dowel-jointed-frame
measuring-tape

Made to Measure

Mortice tenon

Mortise, Tenon & Dowel Joints

Rebated Frame

Stainless Steel Screws

Routered Edging

Routered Edging

Made in the UK

Made in the UK

measuring-tape

Made to Measure

Stainless Steel Screws

Mortice tenon

Mortise, Tenon & Dowel Joints

Routered Edging

Routered Edging

Rebated Frame

Made in the UK

Made in the UK

SOFTWOOD DRIVEWAY GATES

The Beauty of Redwood Pine

Redwood pine is known for its stunning natural beauty. It has a rich, warm color with prominent grain patterns that add elegance and charm to any gate. Its aesthetic appeal often enhances the overall look of the property. It is a durable wood, especially when properly treated and maintained. It has natural resistance to decay, rot, and insect damage, making it ideal for outdoor applications such as gates. With the right finish and care, a redwood pine gate can last for many years.

ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS

Redwood pine is a sustainable option. It is harvested from responsibly managed forests, ensuring that new trees are planted to replace those used. Choosing redwood pine for your gate helps support sustainable forestry practices.

SOFTWOOD DRIVEWAY GATES

The Beauty of Redwood Pine

Redwood pine is known for its stunning natural beauty. It has a rich, warm color with prominent grain patterns that add elegance and charm to any gate. Its aesthetic appeal often enhances the overall look of the property. It is a durable wood, especially when properly treated and maintained. It has natural resistance to decay, rot, and insect damage, making it ideal for outdoor applications such as gates. With the right finish and care, a redwood pine gate can last for many years.

ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS

Redwood pine is a sustainable option. It is harvested from responsibly managed forests, ensuring that new trees are planted to replace those used. Choosing redwood pine for your gate helps support sustainable forestry practices.

DRIVEWAY GATES

How to Measure

Measuring for your new gate is actually a very simple process.

   If existing posts/ pillars are in place, take three horizontal measurements. Top, middle and bottom as shown below.

Make a note of the SMALLEST width.

** If you are replacing the posts, take a measurement of the whole opening width and reduce size by the width of the posts. For example: Opening width of 3m 460mm minus 2x posts (at 100mm wide each) = 3m 260mm.

Next, decide how the gate will hang and reduce width accordingly. The is by far the most popular option. Gate hinges are mounted to the rear of post. A gap of 15mm between edge of gap and post (each side) and a centre gap of 10mm for opening/ closing.

figure-1a-driveway-opening-set-up-example-1

Reduce 40mm off your smallest measurement (from "Step 1").

If ordering online and exact measurement not offered. Reduce to closest size. Want it exact? No problem, call our team to order - 0800 6124 965.

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Optional Extras

Your Gate...Your Colour

Professionally applied. We offer a range of finish options for your gate. Clear oil, standard range of paint colours:

  • White
  • Anthracite Grey
  • Black
  • Rosewood
  • Grey/ Blue
  • Chartwell Green
  • Pebble grey

Have it your way. Match your home, any RAL colour finish is available.

Your gate - your colour 2
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Adjustable Gate Hinges

Available in either galvanised or galvanised and black finish. Heavy duty adjustable gate hinge set which includes:

  • 4x Adjustable Hinges
  • 4x Hinge Pins
  • 2x Drop bolts
  • Brenton bolt
  • Opening Latch
  • Fixings (for gate only)

For gates over 10ft wide, we recommend our 36" adjustable set.

All hinge sets come with a 5 yr guarantee.

Engraving

Custom engraving. Add your house name, number and road name etc.

Only available on flat top gates.

Engraving on gates
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Gate Automation

Add some power!

Gate Automation

Add some power!

Above ground kit or below ground kit available. All systems are backed with a manufacturer warranty.

If you are thinking of adding automation to your gate in the future, order your gate with the centre rail, automation ready.

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