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Retractable Pergolas Ireland — Motorised Aluminium Roofs, Supplied & Fitted Nationwide

Aluminium Pergolas with Motorised Retractable Roof — Supply & Fit in Ireland

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Retractable Pergolas in Ireland for Homes and Businesses

   Looking for a retractable pergola in Ireland that copes with our unpredictable weather? GardenZone designs, supplies and installs premium aluminium pergolas with motorised retractable roofs for homes, restaurants, hotels and commercial spaces across Dublin, Cork, Galway and nationwide.

   Every pergola is built for the Irish climate — wind and rain resistance class 3 as standard — so you get shade on a sunny day and shelter within seconds when the weather turns. From compact manual models to large motorised beer garden pergolas, we supply and fit the full range with nationwide delivery.

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Square retractable pergola over a timber deck fitted by GardenZone

MOST POPULAR

 

SQUARE CLASSIC

 

Our main retractable pergola. The fabric roof runs out and back on the motor in under a minute, with gutters and side gaskets keeping the rain out all year.

 

  • Up to 9 m wide and 7 m projection

  • No middle post up to 6 m wide

  • Gutter, side gaskets and hood as standard

  • Class 3 wind and rain resistance

  • Electric motor with remote and sensors

  • Options: spot LED, ZIP-78 screens, sliding glass

 

Width: up to 9.0 m

Projection: up to 7.0 m

Posts: no middle post up to 6 m

Wind & rain resistance: Class 3

Drive: electric motor

 

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AGAINST THE HOUSE

 

SQUARE WALL

 

Fixed to the house wall on two front posts. The most common choice for a patio behind the house, with the fabric roof running out from the wall on a motor.

 

  • Wall or ceiling brackets, two front posts

  • Fabric roof runs out and back in under a minute

  • Integrated gutter drains through the posts

  • Options: spot LED, ZIP-78 side screens, sliding glass

 

Width: up to 9.0 m

Projection: up to 7.0 m

Front post height: 2.3 m standard

Roof pitch: 8 to 14°

Wind and rain resistance: Class 3

 

Wall-mounted Square retractable pergola on a terrace fitted by GardenZone
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Free-standing Square retractable pergola in a garden

FREE-STANDING

 

SQUARE FREE

 

Stands on four posts anywhere in the garden: by the pool, at the end of the lawn or on a deck. No wall needed.

 

  • Four posts up to 5 m wide, six posts above that

  • Fabric runs in three guide rails into a system cover

  • Gutter in the front beam, drained through the posts

  • Frame anthracite as standard, other RAL colours available

 

Width: up to 9.0 m

Projection: up to 5.5 m

Front post height: 2.3 m standard

Posts: 4 up to 5 m, 6 above

Wind and rain resistance: Class 3

 

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LOW ROOFS

 

SQUARE FLAT

 

A flatter roof line for low walls and bungalows where height is limited. The same waterproof fabric roof, fitted lower.

 

  • Made for low walls and limited height

  • Waterproof PVC-coated fabric roof on a motor

  • Rain and wind sensors available

  • Works with LED lighting and ZIP-78 screens

 

Width: up to 5.0 m

Projection: up to 5.0 m

Post height: lower, made to measure

Wind and rain resistance: Class 3

 

Low Square retractable pergola on a bungalow terrace
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Wide Square Duo retractable pergola over a large terrace

LARGE AREAS

 

SQUARE DUO

 

Two roofs sharing one frame, for restaurant terraces and wide gardens. Modules can be joined to cover very wide areas.

 

  • Two fabric roofs on one frame

  • Wide covered area from a single structure

  • Ideal for restaurants, pubs and hotel terraces

  • Sensors, LED and ZIP-78 screens available

 

Width: made to measure

Projection: made to measure

Modules: 2 roofs, one frame

Wind and rain resistance: Class 3

 

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FABRIC ROOF

 

PERGOLA SOLID

 

A sturdy pergola with a waterproof fabric roof that folds back. A strong 165 mm beam gives it a solid, architectural look.

 

  • Waterproof fabric roof that retracts on a motor

  • Wall-mounted or free-standing

  • Works with ZIP screens and LED

  • Any RAL frame colour

 

Width (max / min): 4.0 m / 1.5 m

Projection (max / min): 7.0 m / 2.0 m

Clear height: 2.5 m

Beam: 165 mm

 

Retractable pergola with waterproof fabric roof over a patio
Retractable pergola with lounge furniture on a deck

CLOSE IT IN

 

Add ZIP-78 screens on the front and sides to keep out wind and low sun, or sliding glass walls to turn the pergola into a garden room.

 

LIGHT AND WARMTH

 

Spot LED lights in the frame and infrared heaters make the space usable long after sunset.

 

Pergola Gallery

Retractable or bioclimatic pergola?

Both keep you dry. The difference is in the roof — fabric that rolls away, or louvres that tilt.

 

See the bioclimatic pergolas →

 

Also see: Square retractable pergolas · Glass roof verandas · Awnings · Parasols · Commercial projects

ROOF

 

Retractable pergola: Fabric, retracts fully

Bioclimatic pergola: Aluminium louvres that tilt

OPEN SKY

 

Retractable pergola: Yes, 100%

Bioclimatic pergola: Louvres open up to 135°

SPAN WITHOUT POST

 

Retractable pergola: up to 6 m

Bioclimatic pergola: up to 5 m per module

RAIN

 

Retractable pergola: Watertight when closed

Bioclimatic pergola: Watertight when closed

FEEL

 

Retractable pergola: Light, like a large awning

Bioclimatic pergola: Solid, like a room

BEST FOR

 

Retractable pergola: Wide terraces, sea views

Bioclimatic pergola: Year-round outdoor room

Included with every pergola

01

FREE SURVEY

 

We check the wall, ground and drainage before ordering.

02

MADE TO MEASURE

 

Built to your size, fabric and RAL colour.

03

FOUNDATIONS & FITTING

 

Our own installers, anywhere in Ireland.

04

AFTERCARE

 

Servicing, fabric care and add-ons later.

Pergola questions

How is the price of a retractable pergola worked out?

 

Each pergola is made to measure, so the price depends on the system, width, projection and options such as LED, screens or glass. We survey for free and send a written quote with fitting and VAT included. Humm finance is available.

Is the fabric roof really waterproof?

 

Yes. With the roof closed, rain runs into the gutter at the front and side gaskets seal the edges.

What about wind?

 

The Square pergola has Class 3 wind resistance. A wind sensor retracts the roof automatically when gusts get too strong.

Do you install in my county?

 

Yes, nationwide — recent projects in Dublin, Kildare and Galway.

GET YOUR FREE PERGOLA QUOTE

 

Tell us the rough size and send a photo — we usually reply the same day.

Professional Pergola Installation & Warranty

Every GardenZone pergola includes a free survey, a made-to-measure design, foundations and fitting by our own installers anywhere in Ireland, and aftercare.

Retractable pergolas in Ireland, made to measure

A retractable pergola has a waterproof fabric roof that runs out and back on a motor, so you get open sky on sunny days and a dry roof in minutes when the rain comes. Our Square range spans up to 9 m wide and 7 m projection, with no middle post up to 6 m wide, and is rated Class 3 for wind and rain.

Wall-mounted or free-standing pergolas

Fix the pergola to the house wall on two front posts, or stand it on four posts anywhere in the garden. Low-profile versions suit bungalows and low walls, and double-roof systems cover large terraces, restaurants and hotel gardens.

Screens, glass, lighting and heating

Add ZIP side screens against wind and low sun, sliding glass walls to create a garden room, spot LED lighting and infrared heaters for evenings outside. Rain and wind sensors close the roof automatically.

Retractable or bioclimatic pergola?

Both keep you dry. A retractable pergola opens fully to the sky and spans wider without posts; a bioclimatic pergola has tilting aluminium louvres and a solid feel for an all-year outdoor room. Pricing depends on the system, size and options, and Humm finance is available.

Retractable pergola FAQs

How long does a retractable pergola last in Irish weather?

The frame is powder-coated aluminium, so it does not rust, rot or need painting. The roof is a heavy PVC-coated membrane made for outdoor use, and the motor is sealed against rain. With a simple clean once or twice a year a retractable pergola gives many years of service, and the roof fabric can be replaced later without changing the frame.

Can I leave the roof closed in rain and wind?

Yes. The roof is waterproof and rain runs into gutters built into the frame and down through the posts. In very strong wind the roof should be retracted, and the optional wind sensor does this for you automatically.

Do I need foundations?

Each post stands on a concrete pad, or is bolted to an existing patio if the slab is strong enough. We check this at the free survey and include the foundations in your quote.

How long does installation take?

Most home pergolas are fitted in one to two days by our own team. Larger commercial pergolas with several modules take longer and are planned around your opening hours.

Can a pergola be fitted to a bungalow or a low wall?

Yes. Low-profile models are designed for low eaves, and a freestanding pergola on four posts needs no wall at all.

Aluminium pergola or pergola kit?

Flat-pack pergola kits come in fixed sizes and are rarely built for Irish wind and rain. A made-to-measure aluminium pergola is designed for your patio, engineered for wind and snow loads and installed by our own team, with a warranty.

Retractable pergolas for pubs, restaurants and hotels

A retractable pergola is a popular way to cover a beer garden or a restaurant terrace. Modules join side by side to cover long areas, the roof opens fully on summer evenings, and side screens and heaters keep the space in use through spring and autumn. We work directly with venue owners and with contractors and fit-out companies on larger projects.

Where do you install pergolas?

We supply and fit pergolas across Ireland, including Dublin, Meath, Kildare, Wicklow, Cork, Kerry, Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Cavan, Westmeath, Waterford and Kilkenny. Send us the width and depth of your patio for a free survey and a fixed quote.

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