Fencing like this is open. It marks the boundary of your garden and keeps a dog or sheep in. Light and views simply pass through. If you are looking for a solid screen instead, see fence panels and fences.
Wooden fencing: the robinia sheep fence
Our wooden fencing is the sheep fence: a 5-metre roll of vertical slats joined with wire. The timber is chestnut or robinia; the species of each roll is on the product page. Both are naturally very durable and do not need to be pressure-treated. It weathers to an attractive grey. You choose the height and the slat spacing. At 8/9 cm you see more through the fence. At 4/5 cm the fence is denser, so it also keeps small animals out.
| Sheep fence, 5 m roll | Slat spacing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 50 cm high | 8/9 cm | €33.85 |
| 80 cm high | 8/9 cm | €51.20 |
| 100 cm high | 8/9 cm | €67.60 |
| 120 cm high | 8/9 cm | €78.90 |
| 150 cm high | 8/9 cm | €96.75 |
| 50 cm high | 4/5 cm | €44.85 |
| 100 cm high | 4/5 cm | €89.70 |
| 120 cm high | 4/5 cm | €104.65 |
You will find all sizes under sheep fence.
Chestnut fencing and English fencing
Chestnut fencing is also known as English fencing: vertical slats of cleft timber joined with twisted wire. At Jan Sok you will find it as sheep fence on a roll, in the chestnut/robinia category. Want to be sure which species a roll is? Check the product page or ask us.
Posts for fencing
Open fencing catches little wind, so the posts do not need to be heavy. Robinia posts can go straight into the ground, without a concrete footing. Allow one post every 2 to 2.5 metres. Also place a post at each end and at every corner.
| Robinia post | Length | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Peeled, Ø 80/100 mm | 1.60 m | €9.45 |
| Peeled, Ø 80/100 mm | 1.80 m | €11.15 |
| Peeled, Ø 80/100 mm | 2.00 m | €12.40 |
| Peeled, Ø 80/100 mm | 2.50 m | €19.15 |
| Square, 70 × 70 mm | 2.00 m | €15.30 |
As a rule of thumb, the post goes about as far into the ground as the fence stands above it. So for a 100 cm fence you choose a 2.00 m post. You will find more posts under chestnut and robinia.
Metal fencing: only as mesh panels
Looking for iron or steel fencing for the garden? We only have galvanised mesh panels made of 4 mm steel wire. We do not sell wrought-iron fencing, metal garden gates or complete systems with metal posts. For those, you are better off with a fencing specialist.
Mesh panels are handy, though. You fix them to wooden posts or in a frame. They are ideal as a support for climbing plants. If you prefer the look of timber, choose a mesh panel with a wooden frame.
| Mesh panel | Size and mesh | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Galvanised mesh panel | 90 × 180 cm, mesh 10 × 10 cm | €12.00 |
| Galvanised mesh panel | 180 × 180 cm, mesh 10 × 10 cm | €22.00 |
| Galvanised mesh panel | 180 × 180 cm, mesh 5 × 5 cm | €39.95 |
| Douglas fir mesh panel with wooden frame | 180 × 180 cm | €80.30 |
| Black-sprayed mesh panel with wooden frame | 180 × 180 cm | €184.95 |
Fix the mesh with mesh clips or stainless steel screws. All panels are under mesh panels.
Worked example: a 20-metre garden fence
An example for a straight 20-metre wooden fence, 100 cm high, with 8/9 cm slat spacing. This is materials only; your situation may work out differently.
| Component | Quantity | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|
| Sheep fence 100 cm, 5 m roll | 4 | €270.40 |
| Peeled robinia post 2.00 m | 9 (every 2.5 m) | €111.60 |
| Total materials | €382.00 |
That is €19.10 per metre. A garden fence usually needs an opening too. The 100 × 100 cm sheep fence gate costs €191.70. You will find more gates and doors under garden gate and fence door.
Installing fencing
- Stretch a string line along the whole run and mark out the position of each post.
- Drive or set the end posts and corner posts first, straight and firm.
- Place the intermediate posts every 2 to 2.5 metres on the same line.
- Unroll the fence along the posts and fix it to one end post.
- Pull the fence taut and fix it to every post.
How high your fencing may be on the street side is explained on how high can a fence be. For a larger project or a long fence line, you can request a quote.
Read also: wire mesh fencing and mesh mats.
Frequently asked questions
Which fencing suits a rural garden?
Open wooden fencing such as a sheep fence suits a rural garden, yard or meadow well. It gives a clear boundary without a solid wall. If you want privacy, combine it with planting.
Do you sell chestnut fencing?
Yes, as sheep fence on a 5-metre roll in the chestnut/robinia category. The species of each roll is on the product page; if in doubt, ask us.
Do you have iron or metal fencing?
We only have metal fencing as galvanised mesh panels of 90 × 180 and 180 × 180 cm. We do not sell wrought-iron fencing or complete systems with metal posts.
How many posts do I need for a sheep fence?
Allow one post every 2 to 2.5 metres, plus a post at each end. For 20 metres of fencing that is about 9 posts.
Which posts do I use for fencing?
Robinia posts can go into the ground without a concrete footing. Choose a post that goes about as deep into the ground as the fence is high. For a 100 cm fence, a 2.00 m post fits.
What does wooden fencing cost per metre?
Take 20 metres of 100 cm high sheep fence with 9 robinia posts. The materials then cost €382.00. That is €19.10 per metre (prices as of 13 October 2026, incl. VAT).