Child Safe Gardens in Forest Hill that let children explore while you relax. We design safer layouts with secure gates, soft landing zones and clear sightlines for play.
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Forest Hill families want gardens that feel open and fun, without hidden hazards. We create safer outdoor spaces near Forest Hill station and around SE23, balancing play with practical design. From secure fencing and rounded edges to pond safety, every detail is planned for real use. The result is a garden that works for toddlers, older children and visiting friends.
Many local homes are Victorian and Edwardian houses, plus period conversions with compact side returns and long rear gardens. That means narrow access, changes in level and older boundary walls are common. Our child safe gardens Forest Hill area designs respect period character while improving safety and visibility. We also adapt layouts for family-friendly entertaining, storage and pram-friendly routes.
We start with a site survey, risk points review and a clear design proposal you can approve. Installation is scheduled to minimise disruption, and we keep work areas tidy and secure each day. Homeowners choose Fine Landscaping for careful workmanship, straightforward communication and a finish that lasts. You’ll also get practical guidance on maintaining safe planting and surfaces year-round.
Gardens in the London Borough of Lewisham often have clay-heavy soil, which affects drainage and surface stability. We specify sub-bases and permeable finishes to reduce puddling and slips. Access can be tight on residential streets near Horniman Museum, so we plan deliveries, parking and waste removal carefully. Where boundaries are shared, we position fencing and gates to suit neighbour lines and existing walls.
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Costs vary with size, access and the safety features you choose. As a guide, small upgrades (gate latches, edging changes, minor surfacing) often start around £1,500–£4,000. A mid-sized redesign with fencing, safer planting and new surfacing is commonly £6,000–£15,000. Larger projects including drainage, lighting, bespoke play zones and pond alterations can be £15,000–£35,000+.
Most projects take 1–3 weeks once the design is agreed and materials are booked in. Simple safety upgrades can be completed in a few days, while full rebuilds with new fencing, surfacing and planting may take 3–6 weeks. Timescales depend on access, weather, groundworks, curing times for concrete or resin, and whether pond safety or level changes are involved.
Most child-safety improvements are permitted development, such as replacing paving, adding planting, installing play equipment, or fitting gates and low fencing. Planning can apply for taller boundary fences, work near highways, listed buildings, or if your property is in a conservation area. We’ll flag likely requirements early, check relevant guidance for the London Borough of Lewisham, and help you prepare details if approval is needed.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for installed hard landscaping elements such as paving, edging, steps, fencing and gates (subject to normal use and maintenance). Manufacturer warranties apply to specific products like play equipment, fixings and surface systems, and we pass these on in writing. If any installation issue arises, we arrange an inspection promptly and put it right where covered.
Popular options include close-board or slatted fencing with child-safe gaps, self-closing gate hardware, and rounded timber or composite edging. For soft landing surfaces, we can install rubber mulch, wet-pour rubber, artificial grass with shockpad, or bark in contained zones. Planting can be tailored with non-toxic, low-thorn choices and clear borders for visibility. We’ll recommend options based on age, maintenance preferences and the garden’s style.
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