For over 25 years Twinfix has been providing canopies for the education sector throughout the UK. As a family owned and managed business we offer a high quality range of canopies, shelters and walkways.
When choosing a Twinfix structure you can rest assured that you are not only getting a superior product that has been manufactured in the UK, but also a level of customer service that we are extremely proud of. We are always on hand at every stage of the process to answer any questions that you may have.
The entire process from your initial quote, through to design and manufacture is undertaken by our own skilled teams. Working in schools is second nature to our highly trained installation teams. Every installer is DBS (previously CRB) checked and our site managers will ensure the installation runs smoothly and safely.
Canopies are a perfect addition to a school. Commonly used to provide addition play and learning space, they can be fitted almost anywhere and can help to extend classrooms, provide attractive entrance covers or weatherproof covered walkways.
Use our installation map to find a Twinfix canopy near you. And, for additional peace of mind, take a look at testimonials received from other schools.
Finally, if you would like to take the first step towards obtaining a canopy for your premises, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
The Twinfix team are here and happy to help!
Used for a variety of purposes from work and play areas in the education sector to railway platform canopies, our structures enable outdoor spaces to be used whatever the weather.
The majority of our structures are manufactured with powder coated aluminium frames that have a long and trouble-free life. However, should you prefer, you can choose a steel or wooden frame.
Multiwall or solid polycarbonate are our glazing materials of choice, although a laminated glass option is available on pitched roof designs. Polycarbonate gives protection against UV to those using the canopy. It is also incredibly tough and will not crack or craze in use.
For all pitched roof canopies we use our Multi-Link-Panels NF for the roof glazing as these have been tested as non-fragile to the HSE's recommended drop test for roofing assemblies, ACR[M]001:2019.
You can choose from a range of different styles, depending upon your site conditions. However, should you want something a little out of the ordinary our design team will be pleased to work with you to create a bespoke cover for your area.
 | Fast installation |
 | Non-fragile roof glazing |
 | Long lasting and durable |
 | Recyclable |
 | Non-rusting aluminium frame |
 | UKCA mark of safety |
 | Variety of colours |
 | Choice of glazing material |
 | Optional extras |
The answer is "maybe". Firstly, you may not require planning consent if you are replacing "like for like" in terms of location, size, design and colour. If your school is a Listed Building, in a Conservation Area, National Park or Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, or if any part of the proposed canopy or walkway is within 1m of a boundary, then planning consent will almost certainly be required.
In all cases we would always advise you to consult your local planning department to determine if planning consent is required. If your school is on County owned land, consult your local County Council contact first. Otherwise your local District or Borough Council, as this will be your local planning authority.
If you do require planning consent, Twinfix will be able to advise you on the procedure that you will need to undertake. We can also supply you with typical canopy or walkway drawings, which you may require as part of your application. We can offer you a visualisation of your canopy to assist with your application if required.
If your Twinfix canopy does require planning consent, this may take up to 12 weeks to complete. We can take an order whilst this planning consent is going through which will secure your installation slot and there will be no charge if the canopy plans are rejected.
Please note that any single canopy or walkway that has a ground area of 30m² or above, or is within 1m of a boundary, will still be subject to Building Control approval. You must advise your local District or Borough Building Control Department of the project details. You may, however, commence any works from 48 hours following your Building Control application.
Twinfix have partnered with a trusted funding provider in the UK who exclusively specialises in the education sector, to offer a new funding package to establishments across the UK.
Our new financing solution allows you to get the canopy, shelter or walkway your school needs while spreading the cost.
Spreading the cost allows your school to get the canopy or shelter you need without tying up all your budget.
Your school can immediately benefit from having a new canopy and not start paying until the next budget year with the deferred payment option.
Once an agreement is made, you know exactly what to pay and when, making it easy to budget for the future by giving your school more financial certainty.
Our funding partner has made the process simple; their agreements are only a single sheet of A4!
As the payments are fixed for the duration of the agreement, there are no unexpected expenses or surprises. This provides financial certainty making forward planning and budgeting very straightforward.
Our funding option enables you to pay for your new canopy as you use it, allowing you to better manage your capital outlay.
Customer feedback is extremely important to us as it allows us to see what we did well, and where we could use a little improvement. Our team review all feedback and action it appropriately, continuously improving our processes to help ensure that our customers are 100% happy with their purchase and the service they receive throughout the entire process.
We have had 3 canopies from Twinfix and each time we have received excellent personal service and good value for money. 
Having the canopy out of the front of our Preschool building has made such a difference to our parents waiting to either bring in, or collect, their children. They have remained dry and the children safe whilst waiting. It has provided us with extra space which also enables our Breakfast and After School Clubs children to gather their possessions without knocking over their younger friends waiting to come in! It has been a great addition to our setting.
We have had 2 canopies and 1 covered walkway installed by Twinfix. The 2 early years canopies have electric shutters which allows us to set up activities and store all our outside equipment under them at the end of the day. This saves a great deal of the staff’s time. You can also use the canopy all year round, opening and shutting the shutters when required. We love these canopies as do the children. Staff from visiting schools also always comment on how effective they are.
I would highly recommend Twinfix.
We are absolutely thrilled with our Twinfix canopy. Visitors regularly comment on the way in which it has provided additional definition and character to our building. Your attention to our needs and wants was second to none. It has resulted in an eye-catching useful space which the children enjoy daily in a wide variety of ways. I honestly don’t know how we would manage without it. It starts off in the morning as a socialising hub before school which is quite remarkable as this area was previously always exposed to the elements. As the day flows it helps to nurture our school’s outdoor learning focus whilst providing a delightful recreational space for breaks and lunchtimes. Who could ask for more? Professional dialogue with you and your design team ensured we exceeded our own expectations.
Thank you.
The Early Years children and staff at Torkington Primary School love the outdoor play area created by a canopy installed by Twinfix. The professional and helpful service throughout the project, from the initial advice and design process to the final installation, was excellent.
The following case studies all feature a Twinfix covered solution at an educational premises. We hope that you find them beneficial and that they offer additional re-assurance when choosing one of our canopies for your premises.
 | Case Study, The Orchards School - Manchester Earlier this year, Twinfix was approached to help The Orchards School in Stretford to enhance its outdoor learning environment. Catering to children with a variety of learning ... [read more] | 15/10/2024 09:48:23 |
 | Case Study - Unity Academy, Kidderminster During the construction of Unity Academy, a state-of-the-art Alternative Provision (AP) primary school in Kidderminster, Portakabin approached Twinfix to design, manufacture, and i... [read more] | 23/05/2024 11:20:31 |
 | Cheswick Green Primary School - Case Study In a recent project, Twinfix displayed their commitment to excellence through the installation of eight free-standing semi-curved canopies spanning 302 square meters at Cheswick Gr... [read more] | 18/01/2024 13:32:42 |
 | East Leake Primary School, Nottinghamshire - Case Study At Twinfix, we take pride in transforming educational environments, and our recent project at East Leake Primary School in Nottinghamshire exemplifies our commitment to creating in... [read more] | 27/11/2023 22:23:42 |
 | Enhancing Learning Environments: Twinfix's Canopy Work in Welsh Schools As we strive to create optimal learning environments for students, innovative solutions that blend functionality with aesthetics are gaining popularity. Among the frontrunners in t... [read more] | 26/06/2023 09:52:10 |
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