Brickwork & Masonry Landscaping in Forest Hill that elevates period gardens and modern terraces alike. From crisp brick pillars to stone features and fire pits, we build outdoor structures that look right and last.
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Forest Hill gardens deserve masonry that feels considered, not off-the-shelf. Whether you’re near the Horniman Museum or a short walk from Forest Hill station, we create garden walls, archways and planters that frame your space and add structure. Our team also builds practical BBQ areas and fire pits for year-round use. Every build is set out carefully to suit levels, sightlines and how you actually use the garden.
SE23 is known for Victorian and Edwardian houses, period conversions and compact rear gardens with tricky boundaries. We match brick types, mortar colour and detailing so new work sits comfortably alongside older façades and garden walls. For homes around Sydenham, Honor Oak and Dulwich, we often design raised beds and retaining walls to handle changes in level without losing planting space. If access is tight, we plan materials and waste removal to keep disruption down.
We start with a site visit, measurements and a clear written specification, then confirm foundations, drainage and finishes before we lay a single brick. Work is carried out by experienced masons, with tidy workmanship and respectful neighbours in mind. You’ll get a realistic schedule, staged updates and a final walkthrough to check pointing, levels and alignment. Local homeowners choose us for durable builds, clean detailing and a straightforward approach from quote to completion.
We’re familiar with the London Borough of Lewisham and the realities of Forest Hill streets: limited parking, narrow side returns and shared access paths. Ground conditions vary, so we assess soil and existing footings before specifying foundations and retaining details. We also design around mature planting and tree roots where needed, especially near greener pockets like Blythe Hill Fields. Our approach keeps builds compliant, durable and considerate to neighbours.
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Costs vary by size, access and materials. As a guide in SE23, small brick planters or raised beds often start around £600–£1,500. Garden walls commonly range from £180–£350 per m² depending on foundations, height and coping. Feature builds like BBQ areas, fire pits or stone detailing typically fall between £1,500–£6,000+. We’ll provide a detailed, itemised quote after a site visit.
Most smaller jobs, such as planters or a short wall, take 1–3 days. Medium projects like multiple raised beds with steps or pillars usually take 4–7 days. Larger builds—retaining walls, archways, or a full BBQ area with paving interfaces—can take 1–3 weeks. Timescales depend on curing time, weather, access through the property, and whether groundwork or drainage adjustments are required.
Many garden masonry projects are permitted development, especially within rear gardens, but there are exceptions. Front boundary walls, taller structures, listed buildings and conservation areas can trigger extra rules. If your property is a period conversion or sits near protected streetscapes, we’ll flag potential constraints early. We can advise what’s likely to be needed and help you check Lewisham guidance before work begins.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our brickwork and masonry landscaping, covering structural workmanship such as wall stability, pointing integrity and build quality when used as intended. It also reflects our commitment to correct foundations and appropriate materials for outdoor conditions. Normal wear, accidental damage, or issues caused by third-party alterations aren’t covered. You’ll receive care guidance to help keep finishes looking sharp for years.
We can build with reclaimed London stock bricks, new facing bricks, engineering bricks for retaining work, and a range of natural stone for copings or feature panels. Popular options include brick pillars with contrasting caps, curved planters, stone-edged raised beds, and integrated seating around fire pits. We’ll help you choose colours, bond patterns and mortar tones that suit your home and garden lighting, then confirm details with samples where possible.
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