Care Home Gardens in Thornton Heath that support comfort, independence and calm. We create accessible pathways, raised beds, sensory planting and safe seating areas that residents can enjoy daily.
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A well-planned care home garden can transform day-to-day life, offering gentle exercise, social space and quiet reflection. In Thornton Heath, we design outdoor areas that work for mobility aids, visiting families and staff routines. From routes that link entrances to seating, to sensory borders that spark conversation, every detail is purposeful. We regularly work near Thornton Heath station and around CR7 properties where space and access need smart planning.
Thornton Heath’s mix of Victorian terraces, Edwardian semis and 1930s houses means gardens vary widely in width, levels and drainage. Some plots need careful solutions for narrow side access, while others benefit from regrading to remove trip hazards. We tailor layouts to the building style and the day-to-day needs of residents, whether that’s a compact courtyard or a longer rear garden. Our local experience across Broad Green and Selhurst helps us anticipate what will work best on site.
We start with a site survey and a clear, resident-focused design brief, then provide a phased plan to minimise disruption. Safety is built in: firm, non-slip surfaces, safe boundaries, and handrails where needed. You’ll get transparent specifications, tidy working practices, and a handover that includes maintenance guidance for planting and surfaces. Fine Landscaping is based just 5 minutes away, so support and follow-up visits are straightforward.
Working across the London Borough of Croydon, we’re used to the practicalities of Thornton Heath sites: tight access, shared driveways and limited on-street parking. Ground conditions can vary, so we assess drainage and levels before specifying sub-bases and surfacing. We also factor in refuse routes, emergency access and staff sightlines, especially for memory gardens. If works sit near boundaries or public-facing frontages, we help you stay aligned with local requirements.
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Costs vary with size, access and the level of safety detailing required. As a guide, smaller upgrades (paths, seating and planting refresh) often start from £3,000–£8,000. Mid-sized redesigns with accessible pathways, raised beds and secure boundaries are commonly £10,000–£25,000. Larger schemes including shade structures, handrails, lighting and memory-garden features can be £25,000–£60,000+. We provide an itemised quote after a site visit.
Most projects take 1–3 weeks on site, depending on demolition, groundworks and the amount of paving or surfacing. A smaller courtyard refresh may be completed in 3–5 days, while a full redesign with new paths, raised beds, fencing and shade structures can take 3–6 weeks. Timings are affected by access restrictions, safeguarding working hours, drainage requirements and lead times for bespoke joinery or railings.
Many garden improvements are permitted development, such as replacing paths, adding raised beds, and most planting schemes. However, rules can apply to new fencing heights, structures near boundaries, significant level changes, drainage outfalls, or works to listed buildings and conservation areas. For care settings, we also consider safety and accessibility guidance. We’ll review your site, flag any potential permissions, and help you confirm requirements with Croydon Council where needed.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for hard landscaping elements we install, such as paving build-ups, edging, raised-bed construction, handrails fixings and boundary works, subject to normal use and maintenance. Materials are covered by their manufacturer guarantees where applicable. Planting is living stock, so it’s treated differently, but we advise on aftercare and can offer maintenance plans. Any snagging issues are handled promptly.
We tailor designs to residents’ needs and staff routines. Popular options include resin-bound or textured paving for accessible pathways, timber or masonry raised beds, sensory planting palettes (lavender, rosemary, grasses, silver foliage), and robust seating with arms for easier standing. Memory gardens can include circular routes, familiar cottage planting and clear wayfinding. We’ll bring samples, discuss slip resistance and maintenance, and create a layout that balances safety with warmth.
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