Wirksworth
Container Case Study
A meadow project in Wirksworth town required a practical space for volunteers and gardeners to use throughout the year. The council needed a facility that could provide both office space and secure storage while operating completely off-grid on solar power.
In addition, volunteers required a comfortable area to work and relax while maintaining easy access to gardening equipment and supplies.
Therefore, the project required:
- A fully off-grid solar powered garden office
- Separate office and storage areas
- Shelter for volunteers working outdoors
- A solution suitable for long-term use
How Did Lion Containers Provide the Solution?
Lion Containers supplied a new 20ft shipping container and transformed it into a bespoke solar powered garden office with integrated storage.
To create two functional spaces, the team installed an internal partition halfway down the container. This divided the unit into:
- A dedicated office area for volunteers
- A secure storage area for tools and equipment
Specifications
- Fully lined and insulated interior with plywood finish
- One personnel door
- One window to provide natural light
- One internal door between the office and storage sections
External Features
- External awning to provide shade and shelter for volunteers working outdoors
- Finished in standard green prior to delivery
Following installation, the client added their own custom graffiti artwork, giving the container a unique appearance that reflected the character of the project.
Delivery
Lion Containers completed the build in 6 weeks. The client prepared the foundations before delivery which allowed the installation to proceed smoothly once the container arrived on site.
What Results Did the Client Achieve?
The completed project delivered:
A fully off-grid solar powered garden office
- Secure storage for gardening equipment and supplies
- A comfortable workspace for volunteers
- Additional outdoor shelter through the integrated awning
- A unique community asset customised after installation
The client was delighted with the finished result and gained a practical facility that supports the ongoing maintenance and development of the meadow.
Case Study
Summary
Why Choose Lion Containers for a Solar Powered Office?
Lion Containers creates bespoke solar powered offices tailored to individual project requirements.
Our team provides:
- Off-grid container solutions
- Solar-powered systems
- Insulated and partitioned interiors
- Custom layouts for work and storage
- Fast, reliable project delivery
To get started on your solar powered office project, get in touch with us.
FAQs – Solar Powered Garden Office
What is a solar powered garden office?
A solar powered garden office is a workspace that uses solar panels and battery storage to operate without a mains electricity connection.
Can a garden office include storage space?
Yes. Internal partitions can create separate office and storage areas within the same container.
Are solar powered garden offices suitable for remote locations?
Yes. Off-grid systems make them ideal for community projects, gardens, parks and rural sites without access to mains power.



