Fine Landscaping provides Brickwork Contractors in Kensington for crisp, long-lasting garden structures. From elegant walls and pillars to steps, planters and BBQ areas, we build brickwork that suits period homes and modern courtyards.
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Kensington gardens deserve brickwork that looks sharp and performs for decades. We design and build garden walls, retaining walls, brick pillars, steps, planters, BBQ areas and fire pits with clean lines and precise detailing. Whether you’re near Kensington Palace or off Kensington High Street, we match materials and proportions to the setting. Expect tidy workmanship, respectful neighbours-first working, and a finish that elevates the whole outdoor space.
Homes across W8 and W14 often combine stucco townhouses, mansion blocks and period conversions, each with its own constraints and character. We’re used to working with tight side returns, basement lightwells and compact courtyards where access and storage are limited. In Holland Park and South Kensington, matching existing brick tones and mortar profiles is essential for a cohesive look. Our brickwork contractors Kensington area team plans every detail so new work feels original to the property.
We start with a site visit to check levels, drainage, boundaries and any structural requirements for retaining walls or steps. You’ll receive a clear specification covering brick type, bond pattern, coping, pointing style and build-up below ground. Our team protects paving, plants and communal areas, then completes the work with a thorough clean-down and snag check. Fine Landscaping backs workmanship with a 10-year warranty, which is why homeowners choose our brickwork contractors in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea for high-stakes projects.
In the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, access can be restricted and parking controls are strict, so we plan deliveries and waste removal carefully. Many gardens sit behind mansion blocks with narrow passages and timed access, which affects how materials are moved and stored. We also account for mature trees, existing services and changes in level common around Earl’s Court and Notting Hill. Our approach keeps sites organised and helps brickwork cure properly in shaded courtyards.
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Costs vary with access, brick choice and whether foundations or retaining work are needed. As a guide, repointing often starts around £35–£70 per m², while small garden walls may fall roughly £250–£450 per linear metre. Steps, pillars and bespoke planters typically range from £900–£3,500+, depending on size and detailing. We provide a detailed written quote after a site survey.
Most small projects, such as a planter or a short wall, take 2–5 days. Larger builds like retaining walls, multiple pillars, or a full run of steps often take 1–3 weeks, especially if excavation and concrete curing are required. Timescales depend on access in W8/W14, weather, brick lead times, and whether we’re tying into existing structures. We confirm a programme before starting.
Many garden walls, planters, steps and BBQ areas are permitted development, but there are important exceptions. Wall height limits, boundary positions, listed building status and conservation areas can change what’s allowed in Kensington. If the work affects a shared boundary, we also flag Party Wall considerations. We’ll advise at survey stage and can help you check RBKC guidance or submit details if needed.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our brickwork installations, covering issues such as defective construction, pointing failure due to poor application, or movement caused by inadequate foundations (where we’ve specified and built them). The warranty doesn’t cover accidental damage, misuse, or pre-existing structural problems outside our scope. You’ll receive care guidance to help brickwork and mortar weather evenly over time.
We can build in London stock bricks, reclaimed bricks for period character, or contemporary smooth-faced bricks for modern courtyards. Design options include soldier courses, recessed panels, curved walls, brick-on-edge copings, and contrasting banding. For BBQ areas and fire pits, we specify heat-resistant linings and practical worktop layouts. We bring samples, match existing masonry, and recommend pointing styles that suit your property.
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