Garden Skateboards

Overview

Garden Skateboards is a skateboarding brand based in Edinburgh, Scotland, producing decks, clothing, and related apparel with graphics inspired by music and lo-fi aesthetics. It operates independently, focusing on showcasing skateboarding, artwork, and music without corporate concessions. The brand supports a team of Scottish and UK riders including Miles Kondracki, Daniel Nicholas, George Horler, Rory Muirhead, Cameron Lenton, and others, and releases video parts filmed in the UK and Europe.¹³⁹

History

Garden Skateboards started in 2017 in Edinburgh, Scotland, as an independent brand.¹ It has released video parts such as 'Danger,' filmed north of Hadrian's Wall featuring the full squad, and 'Hands Across the Wall,' shot across the UK and Europe by Kieron Forbes and Ben Dixon, highlighting team riders like Ellis Gardiner, Nuno Da Silva, and Billy Wells.⁴⁵⁹

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Manufacturing location is not specified in available sources. Products appear to be produced through standard skate industry suppliers, as decks and apparel are sold via independent retailers like Consortium and Zumiez.¹²⁷

Notable Products

• Catherine Deck - 8.25-inch skateboard deck priced at £59.95.
• Wells Deck - Skateboard deck priced at £59.95, associated with rider Billy Wells.
• Good Luck Deck - Skateboard deck priced at £40.00.
• Goddess Deck - Skateboard deck priced at £59.95.
• Ralph T-Shirt Faded Black - Casual t-shirt priced at £34.95.
• Good Time Deck - Featured skateboard deck.

Reputation

Garden Skateboards is perceived positively by skate enthusiasts for its authentic, non-corporate approach, detailed graphics, cohesive team, and quality video productions despite limited financial backing.¹⁹ Riders and media highlight its role in representing Scottish skateboarding on a broader scene.¹⁵ No significant criticisms noted in sources.