Downland Garden Rooms Unveils New 2026 Garden Room Design with Full Golf Simulator Capability Through Partnership with Sports Simulator
Downland Garden Rooms has announced the launch of an all-new garden room design for 2026, specifically engineered to accommodate a full, high-specification golf simulator—without the need for planning permission. The new design is being introduced alongside a strategic partnership with Dorking-based Sports Simulator, integrating their advanced GSX golf simulator hardware and software into Downland’s latest generation of premium garden buildings.
This new launch responds directly to rising demand from homeowners seeking immersive leisure experiences at home, particularly golf simulators that require generous internal dimensions, high ceilings and careful technical planning. Historically, accommodating a golf simulator within a garden room has often meant navigating complex planning regulations. Downland Garden Rooms has now addressed this challenge by developing a compliant design that can be built under Permitted Development rules, while still providing sufficient space to swing a golf club comfortably and safely.
The result is a garden room that combines architectural innovation, practical compliance and cutting-edge sports technology. Designed and manufactured in the UK, the new 2026 model builds on Downland’s long-standing reputation for quality, durability and bespoke design, while opening the door to a new category of high-performance leisure buildings.
Central to this launch is Downland’s partnership with Sports Simulator, a locally based company with international reach. Sports Simulator supplies its proprietary GSX golf simulation hardware and software worldwide, with particular success in the United States. The system offers highly accurate ball tracking, realistic virtual courses and a premium playing experience that appeals to golfers of all abilities.
Paul Field, Sales Manager for Sports Simulator, welcomed the collaboration, saying:
“We are delighted to be working in partnership with a highly respected, locally based garden room company who have a great customer satisfaction rating, and hope we’ll be able to provide them with lots of our systems for all of their Surrey and South West London new customers. Our Sports Simulator system has appeal for the whole family to play over 30 different sports so it means Downland’s new garden rooms have a huge range of uses.”
While golf is a central feature of the new partnership, the versatility of Sports Simulator’s technology significantly broadens the appeal of the new garden room design. With more than 30 sports and activities available, the room can function as a multi-sport arena, interactive games room or family entertainment space. This adaptability aligns closely with Downland’s philosophy of creating garden rooms that enhance everyday living and can evolve with changing needs.
Phil O’Sullivan, Marketing Director for Downland Garden Rooms, highlighted the importance of working with a local technology partner:
“We are so pleased that we’ve partnered with a local supplier of golf sim technology – it makes the whole project so much more exciting. Sports Simulator sell their proprietary software worldwide, with huge success in the States, so having them on our doorstep was too good an opportunity to turn down!”
From a technical perspective, the new design has been carefully developed to integrate the simulator from the earliest stages. Ceiling height, room depth, screen positioning, lighting and acoustic performance are all factored into the structure, ensuring optimal play while maintaining the refined aesthetic expected from a Downland Garden Room. The company’s expertise in insulation and build quality also ensures the room can be used year-round, regardless of weather conditions.
Importantly, the building remains compliant with Permitted Development regulations, removing one of the biggest barriers for homeowners considering a golf simulator. By maximising usable internal volume within the allowable limits, Downland has created a solution that delivers both performance and peace of mind.
The 2026 garden room design is aimed at homeowners who want more than a standard garden office—those looking to invest in lifestyle, leisure and long-term value. Whether used for serious golf practice, social entertainment or family activities, the space is designed to be as functional as it is visually impressive.
The launch marks a significant step in Downland Garden Rooms’ continued expansion into specialist and experience-led garden buildings. As home environments increasingly reflect personal interests and hobbies, the integration of advanced sports simulation technology represents a natural evolution for the brand.
The new golf simulator-ready garden rooms are available to order now, with installations planned across Surrey, South West London and beyond.
