Our popular Walk-In Steel Corridor Cage has undergone a revamp and emerged as a versatile and stylish solution to protecting soft fruit, cordon-trained tree fruit, vines and even long narrow vegetable plots and allotments - and when you consider the quality of the framework and netting, along with the very generous 2.4m of working and growing height and 1.2m width, you'll wonder how you managed before!
The frame of the Walk-In Steel Corridor Cage is manufactured from 25mm square x 1.5mm thick steel, both galvanised and powder coated black and carrying the swagger of a 10 year guarantee, whilst the protective extra heavy-duty 19mm x 19mm knotted premium quality crop protection netting will keep hungry birds on the outside all summer long.
Entry to and from the cage couldn't be simpler with our patented net access strip; the Walk-In Steel Corridor Cage is available in 4 different lengths (3, 6, 9 and 12m) and although we can't put up the cage for you, we provide all fixings, ground pegs and a set of fully illustrated instructions.
*Please note that our cage sizes can vary slightly depending on the size cage you are ordering. Please allow an extra 2% to the measurements for fitting. If you require an exact size contact our Bespoke Design team on 0333 400 1444.
- Designed and manufactured by us in the UK
- 10 year framework guarantee
- Walk-In Steel Corridor Cage available in four lengths - 3m, 6m, 9m and 12m
- All cages measure 2.4m in height and 1.2m wide
- Unique 25mm x 1.5mm wall square section steel framework provides exceptional strength
- Steel Framework is fully galvanised and matt black polyester powder coated for a weatherproof finish
- Black flush fitting connectors include steel inserts for greater strength and rigidity
- Complete with extra heavy-duty 19mm x 19mm knotted premium quality crop protection netting
- Easy access by way of the patented net access strip
- Supplied complete with fixings and ground pegs
- Fully illustrated instructions - you can also view assembly hints and tips video on our YouTube Assembly Videos Playlist
- Ideal configuration for protecting long vegetable plots or allotments
- Perfect for covering raised beds
- Additional net access strips available for extra entry/exit points
- Ground sockets and Footplates available separately for secure installation in exposed sites or in softer soil
- This product is supplied as a kit for self assembly.
It is possible to add 3m extensions to your Walk-In Steel Corridor Cage at a later date if required - please e-mail our Customer Services Team or telephone 0333 400 6400 (local rate) for details.
Installing your cage on a sloping site? Can't see the size you want?
Contact our Made to Measure team:-
- email - madetomeasure@harrod.uk.com
- phone - 0333 400 1444 (local rate)
- Complete our simple online quotation form for a free, no obligation quote.
Product Reviews
Delivery was quick, efficient. Excellent simply construction instructions, just what we were looking for, thank you.
The quality of the frame is excellent. As we live in a very windy area we needed something both strong and sturdy. However we were very disappointed with the netting cover. At the price we paid we did expect a shaped cover (as in the poly tunnel covers) not a few pieces of netting that had to be stretched into shape (approximately) and then cobbled together with cable ties. While we would buy the frame again we would suggest you improve the quality of the cover.
i`ve had this cage for a year and can recommend it. Was a bit worried about the `entry` system even tho` the HH staff were so helpful (as always). Its strong, taller than expected, quite easy to put up and looks good. The netting does have to be stretched and shaped to fit but is also strong. My worries about the entry system were unfounded, in fact I ordered a second strip so I could enter the cage at either end, great for an awkward garden like mine!
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STEEL CORRIDOR FRUIT CAGE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. What are the benefits of purchasing a steel fruit cage from you, rather than from another company?
Our steel cages are made using square tubing, whereas other companies use round tubing; 25mm square tubing is stronger than 25mm round section tube. Also, our connectors are plastic coated solid steel with square sections, again making them stronger. Other companies’ connectors are of a different design that simply screws to the tops of the uprights. Also, our door is far superior to most others because it has a support brace for strength, a footplate for the upright to hold it firmly in place, and a door catch. The support brace prevents the door frame from ‘dropping’ out of shape, which could allow a gap to appear above the door frame, which in turn, could allow birds to enter.
Of course it's easy to dismiss competitor's cages and praise our own design but we hope the information above gives plenty of substance to our claims!
2. What are the benefits of purchasing a steel walk-in fruit cage, rather than an aluminium one?
Steel cages are stiffer and feel more rigid than aluminium. Our steel cages are supplied with galvanised, powder coated square tubing which allows us to offer a 10 year guarantee. Steel cages also tend to look better in the garden as their black framework allows them to blend in better to the garden.
3. How many support braces would I need for my fruit cage?
These give a cage extra rigidity when exposed to high winds, or softer soil. For these specific cages, we would recommend that you brace all 4 corners of a cage. For cages over 6m/19’6” we recommend that at least the middle upright is braced. Please contact our Customer Services Department or call us 0333 400 6400 to find out exactly how many braces you will require for your cage.
4. How many footplates would I need for my fruit cage?
These ensure that uprights maintain position on softer grounds, or in areas that are exposed to windy conditions. We recommend that all uprights are fitted with a footplate. Please contact our Customer Services Department or call us 0333 400 6400 to find out exactly how many are required for your cage or see our Steel Fruit Cage Footplates and Sockets Guide for an instant answer.
5. How many ground sockets would I need for my fruit cage?
These make installation of your uprights much easier and the cage more rigid in softer soils as they sink into the ground further and are a snug fit on the uprights. However they can be difficult to drive into stony hard baked soils. Please contact our Customer Services Department or call us 0333 400 6400 to find out how many are required for your cage or see our Steel Fruit Cage Footplates and Sockets Guide for an instant answer.
6. Where do I position my door unit?
We recommend that you position your door unit against a corner upright, purely for stability. However, you may position it against any of the external uprights of your cage. Should you wish to position it in-between two external uprights, you will also need to purchase some extra parts, which are available to buy separately - https://www.harrodhorticultural.com/additional-door-parts-for-steel-fruit-cage-pid10589.html
7. Can I order extra parts for my fruit cage e.g. spare connectors?
Yes, you may. The component parts for our fruit cages are not currently advertised on our website, so please contact our Customer Services Department or call us 0333 400 6400 to order.
8. Can I see one of these cages already installed?
Being a mail order company, we do not have our products on display. You may however visit one of our show or reference gardens dotted around the country. Please visit our Products on Display section for more details.
9. Can a decorative roof unit be added to a standard flat roofed steel cage at a later date?
Unfortunately this would not be an easy process. However, we will always evaluate customers requirements, so please contact our Customer Services Department or call us 0333 400 6400 for a free quotation form. Alternatively you can complete our online quotation form for a free, no obligation quote.
10. You advertise that these cages can cope with ‘slightly sloping’ ground. How much is ‘slightly sloping’, before the cage has to be quoted as a bespoke cage?
The aim is always to achieve a level roof 2m from the ground, so that the doors and the side netting work correctly. If the slope in question means that distance of the uprights at one end of the cage will be less than 25cm into the ground, then the cage needs to have longer uprights, and therefore would be classed as ‘bespoke’. This is to ensure that the uprights are inserted into the ground sufficiently to achieve the required structural integrity. These standard steel cages can cope with locally uneven ground of about plus/minus 10cm on one upright per bay, but it is better to level any dips or bumps before erecting the cage.
For sloping ground we advise contacting our Made to Measure Team:-
- email - madetomeasure@harrod.uk.com
- phone - 0333 400 1444
- Complete our simple online quotation form for a free, no obligation quote.
11. Can footplates and braces be added to my cage at a later date, if required?
Yes they can. However, it is a little tricky because you will need to remove the horizontal bars and connectors from the uprights in order to add these parts. It is far easier to plan your purchase carefully, order the braces and footplates with your cage and fit them as you install the cage.
12. Can I fit the braces to internal uprights, as well as external?
The braces are designed to be fitted to the external uprights, but there is no reason why you cannot also add them to the internal uprights, to give your cage that little bit of extra stability.
13. What is the longest bar length you do, without it being supported by an upright?
The longest bar length that we supply as a standard size is 3.5m long. If you would like more information regarding the size of bars supplied with our cages, please contact our Customer Services Department or call us 0333 400 6400.
14. If I order a standard cage, but then cut the bars to get exact sizes, does this affect my guarantee?
Unfortunately altering a standard cage will affect its guarantee. If you require a size that is not advertised as a standard size please contact our Made to Measure Team:-
- email - madetomeasure@harrod.uk.com
- phone - 0333 400 1444
- Complete our simple online quotation form for a free, no obligation quote.
15. I have fitted the roof netting to my cage however it has left a lot of overhang in the corners, which looks messy. Any tips?
The roof netting supplied with a cage will always be slightly larger than the cage itself, because we like to allow approximately 50cm overhang on each side for securing it into place. You can simply roll up any overhang and secure it into place using the releasable cable ties, that are supplied with your cage as standard fixings.
16. Can I swap the standard netting for another type?
Yes you may request alternate netting than that supplied with the cage as standard. Please contact our Customer Services Department or call us 0333 400 6400 for details of the netting we can provide.
17. Can I order a size that is not advertised on your website?
For a non-standard, or ‘bespoke’ size fruit cage please contact our Made to Measure Team:-
- email - madetomeasure@harrod.uk.com
- phone - 0333 400 1444
- Complete our simple online quotation form for a free, no obligation quote.
18. Can I use insect mesh to cover my cage?
Due to the extremely small mesh size of both of our insect meshes, we do not advise that you cover a walk-in fruit cage with this material; the wind would not pass easily through the mesh, so would act a little like a boat sail. This could cause damage to the netting and the cage.
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