Care Home Gardens in East Dulwich that support wellbeing, independence and calm outdoor routines. We design safer, more accessible spaces with sensory planting, raised beds, seating and secure boundaries.
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Creating gardens for care settings in SE22 means balancing safety, accessibility and enjoyment. From Lordship Lane to the edges of Dulwich Park, we build outdoor spaces that encourage gentle movement and social time. Expect smooth accessible pathways, well-placed seating areas and clear sightlines for staff and visitors. Sensory planting and memory gardens add colour, fragrance and familiar touchpoints throughout the year.
East Dulwich is known for Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and period conversions, and many care facilities share similar footprints and mature boundaries. We’re used to compact side returns, long narrow plots and shared access routes that need careful logistics. Our designs suit both private gardens and communal courtyards, with raised beds for easier gardening and shade structures for summer comfort. We also plan safe boundaries and handrails to support steadier walking routes.
We start with a site visit and a practical access review, then provide a clear design and itemised specification. Installation is managed by our in-house team, with tidy working, safeguarding-minded site routines and regular updates. Every build is finished with a handover checklist covering surfaces, levels, drainage and safety details. Local clients choose us for consistent workmanship, transparent timelines and a 10-year warranty for peace of mind.
We regularly deliver care home gardens in the London Borough of Southwark, where access can be tight and parking needs planning. Many SE22 properties have mature trees and clay-leaning soils, so we allow for root protection, drainage and stable sub-bases under paths. We also adapt designs to period boundaries and existing brickwork, keeping finishes sympathetic while meeting safety needs. Where neighbours are close, we schedule deliveries and noisy works considerately.
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Budgets vary with access, levels and the safety features required. As a guide, smaller upgrades (handrails, a short accessible path, new seating and planting) often start around £3,000–£8,000. Mid-sized refurbishments with raised beds, resurfacing and secure boundaries are commonly £10,000–£25,000. Larger communal schemes with multiple routes, shade structures and drainage can be £30,000+. We provide itemised options to match priorities.
Most projects take 1–3 weeks on site, depending on the amount of surfacing, groundwork and joinery. A small refresh with planting, seating and minor path works may be completed in a few days. Full redesigns with new accessible pathways, raised beds, fencing and lighting can take 3–6 weeks. Timescales are affected by access restrictions, weather, curing times for bases, and lead times for bespoke shade structures.
Many garden improvements are permitted development, such as planting, raised beds, most paths and typical boundary repairs. However, rules can change if you’re altering boundary heights, adding substantial structures, working near protected trees, or if the building is listed or in a conservation area. For care settings, we also consider safety and accessibility standards. We’ll flag likely permissions early and can help prepare drawings and details for London Borough of Southwark checks.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our installation workmanship, covering issues such as failed sub-bases, poor laying to paths and patios, and defects in constructed elements like raised beds and handrails when installed by us. Manufacturer warranties apply separately to products such as paving, fencing systems and shade structures. Planting is living material, so it’s covered on a practical, agreed basis and we’ll advise on aftercare to maximise establishment.
We tailor designs to residents’ needs and the setting. Popular options include resin-bound or smooth paving for accessible pathways, timber or brick raised beds, and robust benches with arms and higher seats for easier standing. Sensory planting can include lavender, rosemary, grasses and tactile foliage, while memory gardens often use familiar cottage-style favourites. For boundaries, we specify secure fencing and self-closing gates where needed. We’ll guide choices based on maintenance, slip resistance, and budget.
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