Care Home Gardens in New Cross that support wellbeing, independence and calm outdoor time. We create safe, accessible spaces with sensory planting, raised beds and comfortable seating. Designed for residents, visitors and staff to enjoy year-round.
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Outdoor space can transform day-to-day life in a care setting, especially when it’s easy to use and reassuring to navigate. We design and build gardens near New Cross station and around SE14 with accessible pathways, seating areas and safe boundaries. Sensory planting brings colour, scent and seasonal interest without overwhelming maintenance demands. Every layout is planned to encourage gentle movement and relaxed social time.
New Cross and neighbouring Deptford and Brockley include Victorian terraces, Georgian houses and many converted flats, often with compact rear gardens and shared access routes. We’re used to working with tight side returns, stepped thresholds and existing paving that needs levelling for safer circulation. Raised beds and handrails are tailored to resident mobility, with heights and clearances that suit wheelchairs and walking aids. Where space is limited, we prioritise clear sightlines and practical turning circles.
We start with a site visit to understand resident needs, staffing routines and any risk considerations, then provide a clear design and itemised proposal. Our team manages groundworks, drainage, planting and finishing details so the garden is safe from day one. Fine Landscaping is based just 25 minutes away, making aftercare visits and snagging straightforward. All workmanship is completed to a high standard and backed by a 10-year warranty on qualifying installations.
In the London Borough of Lewisham, gardens often sit on mixed made-ground with pockets of heavy clay, so we plan drainage and sub-bases carefully to prevent puddling and trip hazards. Access can be restricted on residential streets near Goldsmiths University, so we schedule deliveries and waste removal to minimise disruption. Many properties have narrow passages and shared boundaries, which influences material choice and build sequencing. We design for practical maintenance and reliable year-round use, not just first-day impact.
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Costs vary with access, ground conditions and the level of accessibility required. As a guide in SE14, a small upgrade (path repairs, a few raised beds and planting) often starts around £3,000–£7,000. Mid-size redesigns with new paving, seating areas, handrails and safe boundaries commonly fall between £10,000–£25,000. Larger schemes with shade structures, extensive surfacing and memory-garden features can be £30,000+.
Most projects take 1–3 weeks on site, depending on the amount of groundwork and surfacing. A simple refresh with planting, raised beds and minor path improvements may be completed in 3–7 days. Full rebuilds with new accessible pathways, drainage, handrails, fencing and shade structures typically take 2–6 weeks. Timescales are affected by access for materials, weather, and lead times for bespoke joinery or metalwork.
Many garden improvements are permitted development, such as planting, raised beds, most paving and typical boundary repairs. However, permissions can apply for taller fences, changes near highways, listed buildings, conservation areas, or substantial structures like large pergolas and canopies. For care settings, we also consider safeguarding and access standards. We’ll flag likely requirements early, help with drawings where needed, and advise on any Lewisham council checks before work begins.
We provide a 10-year warranty on qualifying hard-landscaping workmanship, covering issues such as sub-base failure, settlement and installation defects on paving, edging and built features. Planting is living material, so it’s covered separately and depends on season, watering and ongoing care; we’ll explain what’s included at handover. If anything needs adjustment, our nearby team can return promptly. Clear maintenance guidance is provided to protect the finish long-term.
We tailor materials to safety, comfort and maintenance. Popular options include resin-bound or textured porcelain for accessible pathways, brick or timber raised beds, and robust benches with arms for easier standing. Sensory planting may feature lavender, rosemary, thyme, grasses and tactile shrubs, plus memory-garden favourites chosen with residents. Shade structures can be pergolas, sail shades or retractable canopies. We guide you through samples, slip resistance and durability to suit your setting.
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