Back Garden Landscaping in Shortlands that turns underused space into a refined outdoor room. From patios and lawns to lighting and water features, we design and build gardens that suit BR2 homes and busy London lives.
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Shortlands homeowners often want gardens that feel calm, private and easy to enjoy after a commute. Whether you’re near Shortlands station or closer to Ravensbourne, we create layouts that work for entertaining, family time and quiet evenings outdoors. Expect well-proportioned patios, crisp lawn edges and planting that looks good year-round. We can also add lighting, water features and discreet storage to elevate the space.
The Shortlands area is known for generous plots and character homes, from large Edwardian houses and Victorian villas to well-built 1930s properties. These gardens can have long runs, mature trees and shaded boundaries that influence planting and lawn performance. We design around existing features, improving drainage, levels and access where needed. The result is a garden that complements the architecture and feels considered from the first step outside.
Our process starts with a site visit, measured survey and a clear design proposal with itemised costs. We manage everything in-house: groundworks, paving, decking, fencing, structures, planting and electrics for garden lighting. You’ll get a tidy site, a realistic programme, and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty. Many clients choose us for back garden landscaping in London Borough of Bromley because we’re local, responsive and detail-driven.
In BR2 we often encounter heavier clay soils, mature tree roots and gardens with changes in level. We specify the right sub-bases, drainage and planting to avoid waterlogging and patchy lawns. Access can be tight on some roads, so we plan deliveries, parking and waste removal to keep disruption down. Where needed, we also consider London Borough of Bromley guidance for boundary heights, electrics and structures.
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Costs vary by size, access and specification. As a guide, a patio refresh with edging and minor planting might start around £3,000–£7,000. A mid-sized redesign with new patio, lawn, fencing and planting is often £12,000–£30,000. Larger BR2 gardens with decking, lighting, structures and water features can be £30,000–£80,000+. We provide itemised options to match your budget.
Most projects take 1–3 weeks for a straightforward build such as a new patio, turf and planting. A full redesign with level changes, drainage, fencing, lighting and bespoke structures typically runs 4–8 weeks. Timescales depend on garden size, access for machinery, curing time for concrete, and lead times for materials. We agree a programme before work starts and keep you updated throughout.
Many back garden upgrades are permitted development, including patios, paths, planting and like-for-like fencing. Planning can be required for certain raised platforms, large outbuildings, significant level changes, or if your property is listed or in a restricted area. Rules can also affect drainage and how water is managed on site. We’ll flag any likely permissions early and can help you check requirements with the London Borough of Bromley.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our landscaping workmanship, covering installation issues such as movement from inadequate sub-base, poor jointing, or fixings and construction faults on installed elements. Materials are covered by manufacturer warranties where applicable, and we’ll pass those details on. Planting is living material, so we advise on aftercare and can offer maintenance plans to help it establish well.
For patios, clients often choose porcelain paving for a clean, low-maintenance finish, or sandstone for a softer, traditional look that suits period homes. Decking can be composite for durability or timber for warmth. We regularly install contemporary slatted fencing, pergolas, built-in seating, and subtle LED lighting. If you want movement and sound, we can add rills or compact water bowls. We guide you through samples and a design that fits your lifestyle.
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