Wow, Renigeid! Nice looking setup you've got there. You sure look like you live in a nice country setting. I gather you must have livestock as well, from the look of that gate?
I have been pleased with my run design. I have a large outer run (20X40), as well as a covered, ultra secure inner run. The outer run is chain link, with a cement foundation, which the hens can enjoy on days when it's not raining hard... or snowing.
The inner run is great for rainy days, to be able to let the chickens outside, but not get wet.
The inner run is made of hardware cloth, even under the roof. I have buried the cloth down 1' into the ground. There are splashboards around the base to stop the roof drainage from splashing into the run, and acting as a bit of a wind break. As well, I have circled the hen house with it, also buried, to keep rats, etc., out from under it.
My shop protects the run area further from winds.
The hens can enjoy the view of the garden, of which I will let them till for me this fall..
It's actually a wire with smaller squares. It can be galvanized & welded. This makes it sturdier. Just make sure you get a strong gauge about 18 or so. This will hold up to any critters.
