When you walk into a Pathfinder Home, you can sense the difference immediately — the warmth that greets you, the stillness in the air, the weight of quality in every detail. But what gives our homes that unmistakable sense of strength and comfort?
The answer lies in both the craftsmanship you can see and the build you can’t — the unseen structure, precision, and standards that make each Pathfinder Home as dependable as it is beautiful.
At the core of that promise is one key benchmark: BS 3632.
What is BS 3632?
BS 3632 is the British Standard for residential park homes and lodges, published by the British Standards Institution (BSI). It’s the highest specification for homes intended for year-round living, setting rigorous requirements for construction, energy efficiency, insulation, ventilation, and safety.
Unlike holiday lodges built to lighter, seasonal standards (such as EN 1647), BS 3632 homes are designed and built for permanent comfort — offering the performance, durability and longevity of a traditional house, in a luxury lodge format.
Built for Year-Round Living
When temperatures drop and winter sets in, a Pathfinder Home remains a haven of warmth and comfort. BS 3632 sets high standards for thermal efficiency, requiring exceptional levels of insulation throughout the walls, floors and roof.
Under the most recent updates to the standard, U-values — a measure of how well a home retains heat — must meet or outperform the following benchmarks:
What does that mean for you?
Less heat loss, reduced energy consumption, and the perfect indoor temperature — whatever the weather outside. Combine that with advanced double glazing and energy-efficient heating systems, and your Pathfinder Home performs like a true residential property.
Strength and Stability at the Core
Every Pathfinder Home begins with a precision-engineered steel chassis, providing lasting strength and ensuring structural integrity during transport and throughout its lifespan. Above that, our timber-frame construction delivers natural insulation, flexibility, and sustainability — designed to stand strong against time and the elements.
Each frame is built with millimetre accuracy, inspected at every stage by our expert craftsmen and independent quality assessors. This meticulous approach ensures your home remains solid, secure, and beautifully quiet — year after year.
Comfort, Safety and Craftsmanship in Every Detail
BS 3632 doesn’t just cover how a home stands — it covers how it feels to live in. The standard ensures:
At Pathfinder Homes, these aren’t boxes to tick — they’re the foundation of our craft. We build homes you can trust, homes that perform beautifully, and homes that let you live without compromise.
Designed to Impress, Built to Last
Of course, true luxury lies in the blend of form and function. While BS 3632 defines the structure, Pathfinder design defines the experience.
From The Hawthorne’s bold architecture and striking open-plan layout, to The Astbury’s calming palette and natural textures, every Pathfinder Home pairs advanced engineering with timeless design. You’ll find vaulted ceilings, statement lighting, bespoke kitchens, and spa-inspired bathrooms — each detail chosen to enhance both beauty and usability.
And because every home is crafted by hand, we can tailor finishes, layouts, and features to your exact preferences — creating a lodge that’s uniquely yours.
The Pathfinder Promise
Choosing a BS 3632-certified lodge means choosing a home built for all seasons, for a lifetime of comfort and peace of mind. Choosing a Pathfinder Home means going one step further — embracing craftsmanship, care, and innovation that go beyond any standard.
Because while BS 3632 defines excellence, Pathfinder defines exceptional.
Let’s build a brighter future.
