Cobblestone Driveways in Paddington that suit period façades and modern entrances alike. From granite setts to Belgian block, we build hard-wearing surfaces with precise drainage and crisp edging.
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Paddington’s mix of busy streets near Paddington station and calmer pockets around Little Venice calls for driveways that look refined and perform in all weather. Our cobblestone installations combine natural cobbles with robust sub-bases to handle daily use. Choose traditional patterns for heritage façades or cleaner, modern layouts for newer developments. Every design is finished with tidy edging and thoughtful falls for water run-off.
We regularly work across the cobblestone driveways Paddington area, including Bayswater and Maida Vale, where access and parking can be tight. Many properties are stucco townhouses with shallow front gardens, mansion flats with shared forecourts, and modern apartments needing smart, durable entrances. We match stone colour and scale to existing brickwork, railings and steps. Where appropriate, we can also restore and re-lay existing setts to retain original character.
Our process starts with a site survey, levels check and drainage plan, followed by clear options for stone type, pattern and edging. We excavate properly, install a stable sub-base, then lay and compact setts for a long-lasting finish. Work is scheduled to minimise disruption and keep access safe throughout. Homeowners choose us for reliable communication, clean workmanship, and a 10-year warranty on installation.
Working in W2 often means narrow access, controlled parking and careful waste removal, so we plan deliveries and collections precisely. We set levels to protect thresholds and lightwells, common on stucco townhouses. In the City of Westminster, surface water management matters, so we design falls and drainage to suit the site. We also consider noise and working hours where mansion flats share entrances and forecourts.
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Costs vary with stone choice, access and groundwork. As a guide, cobblestone driveways in City of Westminster typically range from £180–£320 per m² for new installations, with premium granite setts and complex patterns at the upper end. Restoration and re-laying can be £120–£220 per m² depending on how much lifting, cleaning and base repair is needed. We provide a detailed, itemised quotation after a survey.
Most projects take 5–12 working days, depending on size and complexity. A small front driveway may be completed within a week, while larger areas with steps, edging, drainage channels or intricate patterns can take longer. Timescales are also affected by access constraints around Paddington station, waste removal logistics, and whether we’re restoring existing setts. We’ll confirm a programme before starting and keep you updated daily.
Many driveway and front-garden hardstanding works are permitted, but rules can apply to drainage, listed buildings and conservation areas. In general, using permeable construction or directing run-off to a suitable soakaway helps meet requirements. For properties near Little Venice or other sensitive streetscapes, additional constraints may apply. We check the site specifics, advise on compliant drainage integration, and can help you understand any City of Westminster guidance before work begins.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our installation workmanship, covering issues such as settlement caused by inadequate sub-base preparation, loose setts, or edging failure under normal domestic use. The warranty depends on correct aftercare and excludes damage from heavy commercial vehicles, ground movement outside the driveway footprint, or third-party alterations. We also use proven laying methods and quality materials to reduce maintenance and keep the surface stable long-term.
You can choose natural cobbles, granite setts, or Belgian block, with finishes ranging from lightly tumbled to more crisp, sawn edges. Popular designs include fan patterns, stretcher bond, basketweave, and contemporary linear layouts with contrasting borders. We also offer edging options in granite, brick or stone kerbs, plus drainage channels where needed. We’ll bring samples, discuss colour matching to your façade, and design around gates, steps and planting.
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