DIY cat fence kits for UK gardens

A safer garden.
A freer cat.

Turn your existing fence into a cat-proof boundary, giving your cat more freedom and you more peace of mind.

Not sure which size? View measuring guide
Free UK delivery Arrives24–48 hours after dispatch
Cat fence kitFrom Β£75.99

How it works

How Safe Whiskers Stops Escape Artists

Our cat fence barrier turns your existing garden fence into a secure cat-proof boundary using a full 60cm inward horizontal overhang. When your cat reaches the top, the normal escape route is interrupted by the barrier above them.

  1. 1

    They reach the top

    Your existing fence remains the main boundary.

  2. 2

    They meet the 60cm overhang

    A full horizontal barrier extends inward above them.

  3. 3

    The escape route is blocked

    Mesh closes the route over the top.

Real customer proof

Real cats. Real gardens. Real escape artists.

See how real Safe Whiskers customers have made their gardens safer for their cats without losing the open feel of the space.

Laura V.’s cat enjoying the garden after Safe Whiskers cat fencing was installed
β€œOne of our top priorities was to get the garden cat proofed so we can all spend time there together safely.”Laura V. Β· Safe Whiskers customer
Open customer garden with a safer Safe Whiskers boundary
Built for everyday gardens.No separate boxed enclosure.
Safe Whiskers cat fencing fitted in an everyday customer garden
Open garden, safer boundary.Dark mesh recedes against foliage.

Cat fencing for UK gardens

A safer garden, without the planning headache.

You shouldn’t have to solve one problem by creating another. For nearly all UK gardens, fences can be up to 2m without planning permission, and Safe Whiskers stays within that limit on a typical 6ft fence. Cats can jump 1.5–1.8m, so security is about stopping the route over the top, not simply building higher.

Read our UK cat fence planning guide β†’

Different rules can apply to road-facing boundaries or properties with special planning restrictions.

Safe WhiskersWithin the limit
Typical systemsPlanning permission required

Compare your options

Specialist confidence without the premium price

An affordable cat fence that bridges the gap between budget kits and premium systems.

Comparison Safe Whiskers Premium Budget
Complete kit from Β£75.99 Β£230+ Β£57.99+
Bracket material AluminiumCannot rust Steel Steel
Let your cat test it 90 daysNo-Escape Guarantee 30 daysDecision period 30 daysReturns

Starting prices and policies checked 28 August 2026. Kit contents and terms differ. Correct installation and guarantee conditions apply.

Measure once. Choose with confidence.

How to measure for your cat fence kit

  1. 1

    Measure the boundary

    Measure every fence or wall section that needs coverage.

  2. 2

    Mark the awkward bits

    Note gates, corners, sheds, trees and changes in height.

  3. 3

    Add it together

    Choose the next kit size above your total length.

Example garden with shed
Back7m Right4.5m Front3m Left6m
Shed
Around shed3.5m
House Β· 6m
Gate
Measured24m
Round up
Choose26m kit

Everything in one box

What is included in your cat fence kit?

Choose your kit length to see exactly what will arrive in the box.

Choose a kit size to reveal the exact quantities.
Components included in the selected Safe Whiskers cat fence kit
Rust-Free Aluminium Brackets Black Cat-Proof Mesh Corner Extenders
Safe Whiskers aluminium cat fence brackets
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Safe Whiskers black cat-proof fencing mesh
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Safe Whiskers cat fence corner extender
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Every kit also includes

  • Screws and wall plugs
  • Washers and cable ties
  • Installation instructions
View quantities for every kit size
Safe Whiskers cat fence kit component quantities by kit size
Kit size Aluminium brackets Cat-proof mesh Corner extenders
10m kit 5 10.5m 2
15m kit 7 15.5m 3
20m kit 10 21m 4
26m kit 13 27m 4
30m kit 15 31.5m 5
36m kit 18 36.5m 5
40m kit 20 41.5m 5
50m kit 25 52m 5
Ready for safer garden adventures?90-day No-Escape Guarantee Β· UK delivery

A repeatable DIY job

Simple DIY Cat Fence Installation

DIY-friendly, with two people recommended for easier measuring and mesh tensioning. Allow an afternoon for many smaller gardens.

Before you startTools to have ready
  • Tape measure
  • Drill or screwdriver
  • Heavy-duty stapler
  • Safety equipment
Before you startTools to have ready
  • Tape measure
  • Drill or screwdriver
  • Heavy-duty stapler
  • Safety equipment
  1. Assembling a Safe Whiskers cat fence bracket1

    Assemble

    Feed the screw through the bracket, hook the mesh over the screws, then secure the saddle washer in place.

  2. Fixing a Safe Whiskers cat fence bracket to a timber fence2

    Fix

    Attach each bracket to your existing fence. Screw directly into timber posts, or drill a pilot hole and use the supplied plugs on concrete posts.

  3. Securing mesh to a Safe Whiskers cat fence bracket3

    Secure

    Use the holes at the top of each bracket and the supplied ties to secure the mesh. Then fix the bottom edge tightly back to your existing fence line.

  4. Completed garden fitted with Safe Whiskers cat fencing4

    Repeat

    Keep working around the boundary until the full garden perimeter is protected.

Easy to install, all fittings supplied, don’t need to be an expert in DIY.

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90days

The Safe Whiskers promise

Let your cat test it for 90 days

Give them the garden without taking the risk. If your cat escapes within 90 days after correct installation, you’re protected by our No-Escape Guarantee.

Read the full guarantee terms

Customer feedback

Happy cats. Calmer humans.

4.8 37 product reviews

Questions curious cat people ask

Cat Fence FAQs for UK gardens

ChoosingHow do I know which kit length to order?

Measure every boundary section that needs coverage, add the lengths together, then choose the next kit size above your total. Allow a little extra for corners and awkward joins. Our printable sheet makes this easier.

ChoosingWhat if my garden falls between two kit sizes?

Choose the larger kit. Spare mesh is useful around corners and uneven areas, and any unopened spare parts can be kept for future fence repairs or changes.

InstallationCan I install it if I am not very handy?

The system uses common tools and a repeatable bracket-and-mesh process. Allow an afternoon for a smaller garden. One person can fit it, although a second pair of hands makes measuring and tensioning easier.

InstallationDoes it work with concrete posts and gates?

The supplied fixings cover common timber and concrete-post installations. Gates and unusual joins need careful planning so the protected boundary stays continuous.

PropertyWill the mesh make my garden look enclosed?

The dark mesh is designed to disappear against foliage and fence shadows. Customer feedback consistently mentions that the finished system is much less noticeable than expected.

PropertyCan I use it in a rented property?

The brackets can be removed and fixing holes repaired, but you should ask the property owner before drilling and check any tenancy or boundary restrictions.

PropertyCould another cat get into the garden?

A continuous inward overhang can discourage visiting cats, but every garden and cat is different. Avoid leaving climbable objects near either side of the boundary and check the garden regularly.

GuaranteeWhat does the 90-day promise cover?

If Safe Whiskers is correctly installed and your cat still escapes within 90 days, you're protected by our No-Escape Guarantee. Full conditions apply.

Happy cats. Calmer humans.

Give them the garden.
Keep the peace of mind.

Your selected cat fence kit, free UK delivery and 90-day reassurance are all shown together before you add it to the basket.

Measure first if you are unsure β†’
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