You said it. This a wild and unruly bush and left to its own devices will occupy a good deal of space. The good news is that fuchsias are not averse to pruning. Without seeing it, it's hard to say, but you could easily reduce it by 50% or more without any ill effects. Best time: early spring. Good luck. Ian.

Thanks Ian, I didn't know it was a "wild and unruly bush" that occupied that much space.

I've just planted it so it's still pretty small but I will prune it when needed.

It's planted in a good deal of shade, it will only get some direct sun in the summer, next May on here in the states. I hope it can take that much shade? So far it's looking healthy.