22/09/2025 03:04 PM
A garden gate is often the first thing visitors notice, setting the tone for the rest of your outdoor space.
Most garden gates are sold without hinges or fittings, leaving installers to source and attach them separately. Every Jacksons garden gate, however, comes complete with high quality adjustable hinges, a ring latch, and all essential fittings already in place, ready to hang. This not only saves considerable time during installation but also provides the assurance that everything has been fitted to the correct specification.
A range of additional accessories is also available to further enhance security, functionality, and appearance.
From locks and latches to decorative features, the right accessories can make your gate easier to use, more secure, and better suited to your needs. Here’s a guide to popular garden gate accessories, their uses, and how to choose between them.
Security Accessories
Brenton Bolt
A strong, sliding bolt ideal for securing gates from one side. Available in various sizes, smaller versions for lighter gates, and larger, heavier-duty versions for wide or tall gates. Can be used with a padlock for extra protection.
Oval Pad bolt
An oval bolt is a type of gate lock that features a padlockable staple and a curved (oval) bolt. Used primarily where there is not enough space to fit a Brenton Bolt. Should be used with padlock to secure lock.
J Lock Gate lock
Ideal for timber courtyard gates and heavy framed garden gates, this stainless steel insert lock is suitable for both single and double leaf timber designs. It features a 60mm back-set and includes an adjustable self-latching bolt combined with a stainless steel hook dead bolt for enhanced security. We recommend this lock is fitted during manufacture.
Drop Bolt
A vertical bolt that secures one leaf or a double gate in position, preventing it from swinging. Sometimes used with locking bars or fittings to allow the drop bolt to be locked in place. All Jacksons double leaf garden gates come with drop bolts as standard.
Convenience Accessories
Cabin Hook
Keeps your gate held open; useful for windy conditions or when moving items through. Available in different lengths to suit the gate’s positioning.
Automatic Latch
Closes and secures automatically when the gate shuts, handy for busy households. Can be combined with a padlock for extra security.
Gate Return Spring
Automatically closes the gate after you pass through. Ideal for ensuring gates are never left open, especially for pet or livestock areas.
Decorative & Functional Enhancement
Ring Latch
This simple ring latch allows access to the gate from either side. It keeps the gate securely closed until the ring is turned, releasing the latch and allowing the gate to open. The straightforward design makes it practical, reliable, and easy to use, which is why every Jacksons standard garden gate is supplied with one as standard.
Capping Rail
A capping rail is often added to fences or gates to help prevent water soaking into the boards and causing them to rot. With a Jacksons fence or gate, this isn’t necessary thanks to our superior design and pressure treatment. Instead, the capping rail serves purely as a decorative feature, creating a neat and attractive finish. Every garden gate we make includes a capping rail as standard, except for styles such as picket or Jaktop gates where it cannot be fitted.
Gate Hinges
All our garden gates are supplied with adjustable hinges as standard. As wood is a natural material; wooden gates naturally move over time, adjustable hinges are highly recommended, as they allow quick and simple realignment without the need to remove or refit the hinges.
For larger or heavier gates, upgrading to heavy duty hinges is advised to provide additional strength and long term durability.
Image shows adjustable hinges, drop bolts and a ring latch.
Gate Stops
Prevent the gate from swinging too far and protect hinges from strain.
Gate Stop for Entrance and Uni Gates
Post Caps and Finials
Add a decorative flourish to gate posts while helping protect timber from weathering.
Weather Strips
Fitted to the bottom of a gate to reduce gaps, helping block debris or draughts.
Shutting strips
Wooden strips are fitted to the sides and middle of the gate, providing a secure surface for the gate leaf to close against. This design protects both the gate and the posts, ensuring greater durability and stability.
Garden Gate Fixings & Fittings
Choosing the Right Garden Gate Accessories
When selecting garden gate accessories, think about:
- Security level – Is it for a decorative garden entrance, or a driveway that needs extra protection?
- Frequency of use – High-traffic gates benefit from automatic latches or return springs.
- Aesthetics – Decorative hinges or finials can elevate your gate’s appearance.
- Environment – In windy or exposed locations, gate stops and cabin hooks can prevent damage.
Whether you’re upgrading for security, convenience, or style, the right garden gate accessories will make a noticeable difference. With Jacksons’ high quality fixings and fittings, you can be sure your gate not only looks good but works flawlessly for years to come.
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