Care Home Gardens in Norbury built for comfort, dignity and daily enjoyment. We design safe, accessible outdoor spaces with sensory planting, raised beds and restful seating. From first survey to final planting, Fine Landscaping handles everything.
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Creating a garden for a care setting needs more than good looks; it must be safe, calming and easy to use. Our team designs and builds supportive outdoor spaces for residents and visitors across SW16, including routes that work with mobility aids. Near Norbury station and along Norbury High Street, we’re regularly called in to improve tired lawns, uneven paving and awkward levels. The result is an outdoor area that feels welcoming and practical in every season.
Norbury’s mix of Edwardian houses, 1930s semis and Victorian conversions often comes with narrow side access, mature boundaries and varied ground levels. We plan layouts that respect existing features while improving circulation, visibility and supervision. For properties in Thornton Heath and Streatham Vale, we frequently integrate discreet handrails, non-slip surfacing and shade structures without making the space feel clinical. Every detail is chosen to reduce trip risks and encourage gentle activity.
We start with a site survey, listening to staff and families, then produce a clear design with materials and maintenance in mind. Installation is scheduled to minimise disruption, with tidy working practices and safe, fenced-off zones where required. You’ll get transparent staging, clear communication and a finish that’s built to last. Local clients trust us because we deliver dependable workmanship and thoughtful design, right from our Norbury base.
We’re used to Croydon’s mix of compact frontages and longer rear gardens, plus the access challenges common around Pollards Hill. We plan deliveries and waste removal with local parking restrictions in mind, keeping entrances clear. Ground conditions can vary, so we prepare proper sub-bases for paths and seating to prevent future movement. If your property is a conversion or has shared access, we design routes that stay practical for everyone.
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Costs depend on size, access and the level of accessibility required. In the Norbury area, smaller upgrades (new safe paths, a seating corner and planting) often start around £3,000–£8,000. Mid-sized refurbishments with raised beds, handrails and improved boundaries commonly fall between £10,000–£25,000. Larger, fully redesigned gardens with multiple zones, shade structures and extensive surfacing can be £30,000+.
Most projects take 1–3 weeks on site once the design and materials are agreed. A small scheme such as a new pathway, raised bed and planting can be completed in a few days, while larger layouts with multiple seating areas, fencing and shade structures can take 3–6 weeks. Timescales are affected by access, groundworks, drainage needs, curing time for bases, and lead times for bespoke items.
Many garden improvements are permitted development, such as new paving, planting, raised beds and typical fencing. However, rules can change depending on boundary heights, listed status, flats/conversions, or if the work affects drainage and public-facing areas. For care settings, we also consider safety and access requirements. We’ll review the site, flag any potential Croydon council constraints, and advise if permissions or landlord/freeholder approvals are needed.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our hard landscaping workmanship, covering installation issues such as movement from inadequate base preparation, poor jointing, or fixings that fail under normal use. Materials like paving, fencing and fixtures may also carry manufacturer warranties, which we pass on where applicable. Soft landscaping (plants and turf) is more variable, but we’ll advise on aftercare and can offer maintenance to protect the investment.
We tailor each scheme to mobility, supervision and comfort. Popular options include resin-bound or textured porcelain for accessible pathways, brick-edged raised beds, sensory planting with seasonal interest, and sheltered seating under pergolas or sail shades. Memory gardens can include familiar plants, simple wayfinding loops and clear sightlines. We’ll help you choose surfaces for slip resistance, colours for contrast, and layouts that work with wheelchairs, walkers and staff routines.
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