During 2024 the skies over the United Kingdom have repeatedly turned an ominous shade of grey.
As news of the next expected storm filled the airwaves, with fierce winds and torrential rain expected to lash England, Wales and Scotland for days, farmers and gardeners alike scrambled to protect their crops, dreading the havoc the storm might wreak. But in quiet coastal corners and remote areas of the UK, rows of Keder greenhouses stand stoic, their translucent walls shimmering faintly in the dim light.
For years, these greenhouses had been a trusted ally to local growers. Known for their resilience against the elements, Keder greenhouses were built with a unique combination of strength and flexibility. Their robust frames and special bubble-like laminate covering (with a thermal R value of 1.7) weren’t just for show; they had proven themselves time and again against the UK’s unpredictable weather.
The Calm Before the Storm
As the first gusts of wind swept across the countryside, Keder owners stood outside their greenhouses, securing the last few latches on the doors. Inside, their prized crops glistened.
Over the last 30 years serious growers have invested in a Keder greenhouse having previously lost a season’s worth of crops to yet another storm.
Arrival of the Story
Once the storm arrives, the sky unleashes its fury, winds howl at speeds exceeding 90 miles per hour, tearing through hedgerows and sending debris flying. Sheets of rain pelted the land, turning fields into rivers. Across the region, trees were uprooted, roofs peeled away, and power lines snapped under the relentless onslaught.
But amidst the chaos, the Keder greenhouses stood firm.
The wind battered the structure, but the flexible plastic membrane absorbed the gusts like a sail, bending but never breaking. Inside, the crops remained unscathed, their leaves barely rustling. Keder owners watch through the rain-streaked windows of their homes, amazed at how their greenhouses seemed to almost dance with the wind, deflecting its power.
While other growers in the area reported shattered glass and collapsed tunnels, the Keder structures weathered the storm. The reinforced frame and tensioned membrane proved impenetrable, even as gusts whipped around it with a banshee’s wail. When morning arrives, the crops inside are as pristine as they had been the day before.
The Aftermath
When Storms finally move on, they leave a trail of destruction in their wake. Fields now waterlogged, fences down, and many growers faced the heartbreaking sight of ruined crops. Yet, the Keder greenhouses stood as islands of hope in a sea of devastation.
News of their resilience spread quickly. Neighbours arrive to marvel at the untouched crops. “It’s a miracle,” one farmer exclaimed. “Not a scratch on it.”
“It’s no miracle - it’s Keder. This isn’t just a greenhouse, it’s a fortress.”
A Testament to Innovation
Over the last 30 years, in the weeks that follow a storm, demand for Keder greenhouses surge. Horticulturists, farmers, smallholders, crofters and gardeners who had been sceptical of their unique design were now convinced.
Keder Customers comments
“They’re not just greenhouses; they’re peace of mind”
“If I’d had my time over again, I would have bought a Keder first.”
Colin Moore, founder of Keder Greenhouse stated “For Keder, each storm is a testament to our mission: creating structures that protect and sustain livelihoods, no matter what nature throws their way.”
As the UK begin to rebuild after yet another storm, the Keder greenhouses stood as a symbol of resilience, proof that innovation and craftsmanship could weather even the fiercest of storms.
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