Child Safe Gardens in Sidcup built for real family life, not just good looks. We design safer play zones with secure fencing, non-toxic planting, soft landing surfaces and lockable gates. Enjoy a garden where children can explore while you relax.
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Families across Sidcup want gardens that look smart but feel genuinely safe day to day. We create practical layouts with visible play areas, secure gates and safe equipment, so supervision is easy. Whether you’re near Sidcup High Street or walking distance to Foots Cray Meadows, we tailor safety features to how your family uses the space. Every detail is planned to reduce trip hazards and prevent unwanted access.
The Sidcup area has a mix of 1930s semis, Victorian houses and modern developments, each with different access and garden proportions. Narrow side passages, sloping lawns and older boundaries often need careful upgrades to meet modern safety expectations. We’re used to improving tired fencing lines, levelling uneven ground and creating robust play zones without shrinking the garden. If you’re in DA14 or DA15, we’ll design around your property’s layout and lifestyle.
Our process starts with a safety-led survey, then a clear plan covering fencing, surfaces, planting and any water features. We specify child-appropriate materials, rounded edges and fixings designed to stay secure over time. Homeowners choose us for reliable scheduling, tidy workmanship and transparent recommendations. Fine Landscaping is based just 35 minutes away, so aftercare and follow-up support are straightforward.
We plan child safe gardens in London Borough of Bexley with local property styles in mind, from 1930s semis to newer builds. Sidcup gardens often have established trees and mixed boundary lines, so we check root zones, shade and fence stability before we build. We also factor in access, parking and waste removal so the job runs smoothly on residential roads. The result is a safer garden that still suits the character of the home.
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Costs depend on the size of the garden and which safety upgrades you need. As a guide, small improvements (gate locks, minor fence repairs, safer edging) often start from £800–£2,500. A mid-range package with new secure fencing, soft surfacing and planting changes is commonly £3,500–£9,000. Larger redesigns with play areas, drainage and pond safety measures can be £10,000–£25,000+.
Most projects take 2–7 working days, depending on the scope. A simple upgrade such as fitting secure gates, adjusting fence panels and adding safer edging can be completed in 1–3 days. If you’re adding soft landing surfaces, regrading uneven ground, installing new fencing lines or making pond safety changes, allow 1–3 weeks. Weather, access, and material lead times can affect the schedule.
Many garden safety improvements are permitted development, such as replacing fencing (within height rules), laying surfaces and changing planting. However, restrictions can apply for boundary heights facing highways, listed buildings, or if your home is in a conservation area. Water features and structures may also have specific considerations. We check the relevant rules for your Sidcup property and advise if permissions, party wall notices or council approvals are needed.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for qualifying installations, giving you confidence that key elements stay secure and fit for purpose. This covers issues such as faulty installation of fencing, edging, gates and hard landscaping components, subject to fair wear and correct use. Product warranties from manufacturers (for example, certain surfacing or gate hardware) are also passed on where applicable. We’ll explain what’s covered in writing before work begins.
We tailor the design to your garden and children’s ages. Popular options include closeboard or composite fencing with anti-climb detailing, lockable self-closing gates, and rounded timber or rubber edging. For surfaces, we often use bonded rubber mulch, wetpour, artificial grass with shockpad, or smooth paving with slip-resistant finishes. Planting can be fully non-toxic and low-allergen, with thorn-free shrubs. We’ll guide you through choices that match your budget and style.
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