Care Home Gardens in West Dulwich that help residents feel calm, confident and connected to nature. We create safe, accessible outdoor spaces with sensory planting, raised beds and restful seating. Designed for day-to-day use, built to last.
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A well-planned care home garden can transform daily routines into moments of independence and enjoyment. In SE21, we design outdoor spaces that support mobility, reduce trip hazards and encourage gentle activity. From routes that work smoothly from doors to seating, to sensory borders that invite touch and scent, every detail is purposeful. We regularly work near West Dulwich station and around Belair Park, tailoring layouts to each site and resident group.
West Dulwich is a leafy residential area with period properties, and many care settings operate from Victorian villas, Edwardian houses and thoughtful conversions. These buildings often come with mature trees, narrow side access and level changes that need careful planning. We design around existing character while improving usability with accessible pathways, handrails and safe boundaries. Where space is limited, raised beds and compact seating areas create meaningful garden experiences without crowding.
Our process starts with a site survey and a practical design plan focused on access, supervision lines and year-round interest. We schedule works to minimise disruption, keep walkways safe, and communicate clearly with managers and families. You’ll get robust materials, tidy workmanship and a finish that’s easy to maintain. Fine Landscaping is based just 15 minutes away, so ongoing support and aftercare are straightforward.
Across the London Borough of Lambeth, we often encounter clay-heavy soils, mature roots and shaded corners, especially near Dulwich Wood and Thurlow Park. We specify soil improvement, drainage and plant choices that cope with these conditions. Access can be tight on period streets, so we plan deliveries, parking and waste removal carefully. Where properties are conversions, we design routes and handrails to suit existing thresholds and levels.
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Costs depend on size, access and the level of accessibility required. As a guide, small upgrades (paths, a few raised beds and seating) often start around £3,000–£8,000. Mid-sized refurbishments with new surfacing, handrails, sensory planting and secure boundaries are commonly £10,000–£25,000. Larger schemes with multiple zones, shade structures and memory-garden features can be £25,000–£60,000+. We provide a detailed, itemised estimate after a site visit.
Timescales vary with scope and site constraints. Minor improvements such as adding raised beds, planting and a small seating area typically take 2–5 days. A more complete redesign with accessible pathways, handrails, boundaries and new planting usually takes 2–6 weeks. Larger gardens or phased projects can run 6–12 weeks. Weather, access for materials, groundwork conditions and safeguarding working hours can all affect the programme.
Most garden works—planting, raised beds, seating areas and many paths—are usually permitted development. However, permission may be needed for larger structures, significant boundary changes, works near trees with protection, or if the property is listed or in a conservation area (common around Dulwich). We’ll flag likely requirements early, check constraints, and can help with drawings and information for any Lambeth enquiries before work begins.
We back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty on hard landscaping installations such as paving, edging, retaining details and built features, provided they’re used as intended and maintained normally. The warranty covers installation-related failures, including movement or poor fixing, and we’ll put issues right promptly. Planting is living material, so it’s covered separately based on season and care; we’ll advise on aftercare and can provide maintenance visits.
We tailor designs to mobility needs, staffing visibility and the character of the building. Popular options include resin-bound or smooth paving for accessible pathways, timber or composite raised beds, and sturdy benches with arms for easier standing. Sensory planting can feature lavender, rosemary, grasses and tactile shrubs, while memory gardens may include clear loops, familiar cottage plants and themed features. We’ll recommend choices based on sunlight, soil and maintenance capacity.
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