Metal alleyway gates turn an often-overlooked side passage into a secure, private boundary without blocking natural light or feeling oppressive. If you are looking to close off a footpath, bin store area, or rear access point, this range gives you a sturdy lockable barrier that still lets air and light flow through. Every gate is British made, made to measure, and supplied at factory direct pricing that undercuts typical high-street quotes by up to 40%.

Designs purpose-built for narrow side entrances
The defining feature of a metal alleyway gate is its taller, leaner proportion — built specifically for pedestrian-width openings rather than vehicle access. You will find open-bar styles that maintain visibility along the passage while still creating a clear boundary between public and private space. This is especially useful for shared or overlooked alleyways where you want security without a solid wall effect.

Tall, slim frames that fit typical 900 mm to 1,200 mm footpath openings
Vertical bar and plain-top designs suited to rear garden and bin-store access
Open infill patterns that preserve natural light and sightlines
Bolt-through locking points compatible with rim locks and nightlatches

Choosing the right alleyway gate for your opening
Inward versus outward swing
Check whether your alleyway slopes, steps, or has obstructions like drainpipes against the wall. An inward-swinging gate keeps the footpath clear for neighbours and passers-by, while an outward swing can work better where internal space is tight — such as a bin storage bay directly behind the gate. All our alleyway gates can be hinged left or right to suit the site.

Privacy level and bar spacing
For bins, bikes, and general storage, closer bar spacing or a mid-rail design limits what passers-by can see. If the gate leads to a well-kept garden that you want to glimpse from the street, a wider-spaced vertical bar pattern opens up the view. Powder-coated aluminium and galvanised steel are both available across this category, with aluminium being the lighter option for high-use daily access.

Materials and fixing point considerations
Alleyway gates almost always fix into brick, rendered block, or stone side walls rather than freestanding posts — so the load-bearing capacity of the wall matters. Aluminium gates reduce the weight on masonry fixings, while steel offers a heavier, more traditional feel in period terraces. Both materials arrive pre-finished in a black or dark grey coating that sits neatly alongside existing railings, brickwork, and timber fencing.