water butt

Family business Arthur Jack & Co has launched its latest classic gardening product – a beautifully hand-crafted round water butt developed in collaboration with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS).

Made from heavy-gauge galvanised steel, this durable yet elegant water butt is designed to be a striking focal point in any garden. Inspired by 18th-century lead cisterns found in historic estates, it combines heritage craftsmanship with modern functionality.

With a capacity of 225 litres, the water butt stands 80cm high and 60cm in diameter, held together by more than 80 coach bolts. Each butt is carefully hand-assembled in Bedfordshire by artisan craftworkers, featuring a hose-ready tap positioned at the perfect height for filling a watering can. To ensure durability, all joints are treated with waterproof mastic, while an etched finish gives the water butt a distinctive aged patina.

“Following the success of our square water butts, we’re excited to introduce a traditional round design for those who prefer a classic look,” said Arthur Jack founder Tim Dawson. “We are especially delighted to have designed a bespoke product with the RHS for the first time, and as a mark of this special partnership, we have incorporated the highly recognisable RHS shield on the front in place of our usual Arthur Jack flowers.”

The new RHS round water butt is priced at £895 (delivery extra) and available from www.arthurjack.co.uk. A galvanised grille to protect against rodents, birds and leaves is also available, priced at £85.

The rest of the Arthur Jack range: Arthur Jack’s steel garden range includes hand-crafted window boxes, garden planters, obelisks, water feature, trough, boot wash and scraper, as well as a small square water butt (185 litres) and large square water butt (335 litres).

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Notes for editors:

Arthur Jack’s products are the result of a great deal of research by a couple of keen gardeners who were unable to find exactly what they wanted for their own garden.

Made of heavy gauge galvanised steel, they are decorated in a traditional Georgian style, complete with Tudor roses and decorative balls. They are made in England by artisan metal craftworkers and then finished with a special treatment to give them an aged patina. Because they are hot dip galvanised, they will have a long life.

® The Royal Horticultural Society. Trademarks of The Royal Horticultural Society (Registered Charity No 222879/SC038262) used under license from RHS Enterprises Limited.