

Barrel Canopies
All weather barrel canopies represent a great shade solution when covering large areas like sports courts, large seating and outdoor learning spaces.
Weather Protection
Barrel canopies protect your outdoor areas from wind, rain, and harsh sunlight. They are durable and provide a reliable barrier against the elements.
Flexible Outdoor Spaces
Barrel Canopies allow for year-round flexibility. They can also be paired with outdoor blinds to provide complete shelter.
Versatile Customisation
With a range of frame finishes and membrane options available, we can create a bespoke solution for your space and requirements.
Barrel canopies transform your school’s outdoor spaces by delivering robust, weatherproof coverage for fields, courts, and playgrounds. At Lidgard Shades, we offer a range of high-quality barrel canopies designed specifically for educational settings.
Our canopies provide essential protection from wind, rain, and harsh sunlight, ensuring that sporting events, PE classes, and recreational activities remain safe and accessible year-round.
Engineered with durable materials to withstand even the roughest weather, our barrel canopies add value to your school grounds while also creating versatile spaces that promote outdoor learning and play.
Installing a barrel canopy allows you to extend the usability of your facilities, making them more inviting for both students and staff.
CASE STUDY
St Brigid’s Catholic School Barrel Canopy
SPECIFICATIONS
Discover how our barrel canopies can create secure, comfortable, and multi-functional outdoor areas that add lasting value to your campus.
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Width x Height
We can tailor make barrel canopies to practically any size depending on budget.
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Membrane
Galvanised or stainless steel.
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Fixings
High quality aluminium and stainless steel
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Finishing
Epoxy paint system, hot dipped galvanised or powdercoat.
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Frame
Hot dipped galvanised steel.
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Warranty
20 years specific to project specifications.
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Structurally Engineered
Expertly Designed by a registered engineer.
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Consent and Council Approvals
We take care of all council applications and consent requirements.

Learning Centre
Everything you need to know about our range of barrel canopies.
Our barrel canopies feature frames available with a hot-dipped galvanised finish, powder coated, or enamel paint finish. For the canopy membrane, you can choose between durable shade cloth or architectural PVC.
Yes, our shade cloth meets or exceeds the NZ Cancer Society’s recommended 94% UV block out, ensuring superior protection from harmful UV rays.
Each Lidgard canopy structure comes with up to a 25-year warranty, giving you long-term peace of mind for your investment.
Our barrel canopies are an ideal design solution for covering large areas such as sports courts, outdoor learning spaces, and fields, providing versatile and weatherproof coverage.
Absolutely. Their spacious design makes them perfect for hosting school assemblies, sporting events, and other large gatherings.
By offering expansive, weatherproof spaces, barrel canopies help maintain physical distancing, an essential feature in managing health risks during events and in educational settings.
Our barrel canopies are engineered for durability and require minimal maintenance, allowing you to enjoy a long-lasting, reliable outdoor solution.
Yes, you can select from various frame finishes and membrane options to tailor the canopy’s appearance to suit your commercial or educational environment.
Lidgard barrel canopies are designed for all New Zealand weather conditions. They provide robust protection against wind, rain, and intense sunlight, ensuring usability throughout the year.
Our experienced team manages the entire installation process, ensuring your barrel canopy is securely and professionally fitted, so you can quickly start utilising your new outdoor space.
Book a Free Consultation
Interested in a barrel canopy for your school? Contact us for a no obligation free consultation and quote