Large Rabbit Hutches

Garden Woodcraft builds premium, handcrafted outdoor rabbit hutches in the UK using heavy-duty, sustainably sourced timber and predator-resistant wire mesh. Designed to withstand British weather year-round, every rabbit hutch combines insulated roof construction, deep living quarters, and secure locks. We deliver our hutches fully assembled across mainland Britain so your pets have safe, spacious housing from day one.

Every rabbit hutch we craft prioritises animal welfare over convenience, combining predator-resistant construction with the spacious dimensions rabbits need to exercise, stretch, and thrive.

Choosing the right rabbit hutch size for welfare

According to the Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund (RWAF), standard compact pet-shop cages are inadequate for healthy pets. Rabbits need enough room to take three continuous hops, stand upright on their hind legs without their ears touching the roof, and lie fully stretched out. Choosing the correct size is vital to prevent skeletal deformities, obesity, and behavioural distress:

• Large rabbit hutch (4ft to 5ft): Built for single dwarf rabbits or as a sheltered sleeping retreat connected to a permanent outdoor run. A large rabbit hutch provides raised, draft-free bedding space, giving smaller breeds adequate headroom to sit up tall while keeping them secure from damp ground.
• Extra large rabbit hutch (6ft): The recommended minimum baseline standard set by the RWAF and RSPCA for a bonded pair of rabbits. An extra large rabbit hutch offers the required floor area and headroom for two companion rabbits to rest side-by-side, hop freely, and live together without territorial conflict.
• XXL rabbit hutch (7ft to 8ft+): Specially proportioned for giant breeds like British Giants and Continental Giants, or bonded groups of three or more rabbits. An XXL rabbit hutch features reinforced floors, wider access ramps, and deep compartments that give larger rabbits the room they need to move without straining joints or spine.

Frequently asked questions

What size hutch is best for two rabbits?

For a bonded pair of average-sized rabbits, the Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund (RWAF) recommends a minimum shelter size of 6ft by 2ft, making an extra large rabbit hutch the ideal standard. This footprint ensures both rabbits can take three consecutive hops, stretch out flat together, and share resting areas comfortably. To satisfy full welfare guidelines, the hutch should connect directly to a secure exercise run that gives them freedom to move throughout the day.

Are your outdoor rabbit hutches fully weatherproof?

Yes, all our hutches are built with thick, tongue-and-groove Scandinavian timber and a waterproof roof designed specifically for the wet British climate. The roof includes a built-in air gap for all-season thermal insulation alongside a generous front overhang that keeps wind-driven rain away from the living quarters. For severe winter conditions, we also offer removable wooden winterising panels that slide over wire doors to shield pets from freezing drafts.

When do you need an XXL rabbit hutch?

An XXL rabbit hutch is essential if you keep giant breeds like British Giants or Continental Giants, or if you care for three or more bonded rabbits. Larger rabbits require higher ceilings so their ears do not press against the roof when sitting upright, as well as wider ramps and reinforced floors to support their weight. Choosing an XXL model ensures your pets avoid chronic health issues like spinal curvature and sore hocks caused by restricted movement.

How do you ensure your rabbit hutches are predator-resistant?

We fit heavy-duty, 16-gauge galvanised steel weld mesh that foxes, badgers, and rats cannot chew through or push inward, avoiding cheap chicken wire. Hutch doors feature robust metal sliding bolts and safety latches that keep closures firmly locked against inquisitive paws. If you place your setup on grass or soil, we also offer wire mesh floor skirts and ground anchors to stop wild predators from digging in underneath.