Do I need a large hutch for a single rabbit?

Yes. Even a solitary rabbit needs enough space to take three full hops, stand fully upright and stretch out. A 6ft hutch is the recommended minimum for one rabbit, and larger breeds such as Flemish Giants or French Lops will need considerably more space still.

What should I look for in a large rabbit hutch?

Look for a solid plywood construction (not thin OSB), tongue-and-groove or fully overlapping roof panels that shed rain, galvanised wire mesh rather than chicken wire, and a separate sleeping compartment. A built-in run or the option to attach one is a significant bonus.

Large Rabbit Hutches UK (2026)

Q: What counts as a large rabbit hutch?

A large rabbit hutch is generally considered to be 6ft (180cm) or longer. The RSPCA recommends a minimum hutch size of 6ft x 2ft x 2ft (180cm x 60cm x 60cm) for a pair of average-sized rabbits, so anything at or above this qualifies as a proper large hutch.

If you keep a pair of rabbits, or a single larger breed, a “medium” hutch is too small. These are the extra-large hutches we’d genuinely consider for our own pets. See also our Best for Two Rabbits comparison.

What Counts as a Large Rabbit Hutch?

The RSPCA recommends a minimum hutch size of 6ft × 2ft × 2ft (180cm × 60cm × 60cm) for a pair of average-sized rabbits. Any hutch meeting or exceeding this qualifies as a genuinely large hutch — though “large” on Amazon product listings often means something considerably smaller. Always check the actual dimensions before buying.

For larger breeds — Flemish Giants, French Lops, Continental Giants — the minimum effectively doubles. These breeds need at least 8ft of length and 2ft 6in of internal height to stand and move comfortably.

Hutch	Length	Rating	Best for
Kendal 5ft Hutch & Run	150cm	10.0	Year-round bonded pair
PawHut Two-Storey	210cm	8.0	Budget, first hutch
Chartwell Double Luxury	152cm	9.0	Max floor space, separate run

How to Choose a Large Rabbit Hutch

Timber thickness: 12mm or more for outdoor use. Thinner boards warp quickly in UK winters and let in damp.
Wire mesh grade: galvanised 16-gauge or heavier. Chicken wire is not fox-proof.
Sleeping compartment: a separate enclosed sleeping area is essential — rabbits are prey animals and need a dark, enclosed space to feel safe.
Roof: overlapping tongue-and-groove or at minimum asphalt felt. Flat-board roofs let rain pool and rot within two seasons.
Run access: if the hutch has an integrated run, check it is secured with sliding bolts, not just a simple latch.

Kendal 5ft Outdoor Rabbit Hutch and Run

10.0 / 10

Our top pick at this size. UK-made from 14mm Scandinavian tongue-and-groove timber — thicker than almost anything else on the market — the Kendal pairs a 5ft sheltered upper section with a double-sized integrated run that can be installed front-facing or rear-facing depending on your garden layout. Side-opening doors make daily access easier than the top-lift designs you usually see at this size, and the arched divided sleeping area gives a clear “bedroom” for nervy rabbits.

Best for: a bonded pair living outside year-round. Watch-outs: assemble it where it’s staying — it’s heavy by design.

Dimensions: 150 × 120 × 120 cm
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PawHut Deluxe Two-Storey Wooden Rabbit Hutch

8.0 / 10

The PawHut sits in the budget-friendly half of this category but punches above its price. Two storeys give you decent vertical space without a huge garden footprint, two internal ramps move rabbits between levels, and the slide-out tray turns daily cleaning into a 30-second job. The asphalt roof handles UK weather better than the felt-only roofs you find at this price point.

Best for: first-time owners, smaller gardens, single rabbits with daily run time. Watch-outs: fir timber is lighter than the Kendal’s — brick the legs in for fox-resistance.

PawHut Deluxe Two-Storey Wooden Rabbit Hutch

Dimensions: 210 × 45.5 × 84.5 cm
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Chartwell Double Luxury Rabbit Hutch

9.0 / 10

The Chartwell is what you buy when you already own a run and want maximum sheltered space. UK-built from 10mm tongue-and-groove with a proper 10mm WBP plywood floor (not the chipboard most rivals use), it gives nearly 2ft of headroom — the dimension everyone else cuts corners on. The under-door cleaning bar is a genuinely smart touch: undo two toggles and you can sweep waste straight out the front.

Best for: owners who already have run space sorted and want the largest indoor footprint money can buy. Watch-outs: no integrated run — budget for one separately.

Dimensions: 152 × 61 × 122 cm
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