Upgrade kerb appeal with Cobblestone Driveways in Shepherd's Bush, laid with precision and built to last. From granite setts to Belgian block, we create driveways that suit period terraces and modern builds. Expect crisp edging, smart drainage integration, and a premium finish.
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Shepherd's Bush homeowners want driveways that look sharp year-round and cope with busy London life. Near Westfield London and Shepherd's Bush Green, we design and install cobbled surfaces that elevate the frontage without feeling overdone. Choose natural cobbles, granite setts or Belgian block, set out in patterns that match your property’s character. Every build includes proper sub-base preparation and falls for reliable run-off.
The W12 streetscape ranges from Victorian terraces to mansion conversions and sleek apartment developments around White City and Holland Park. We tailor levels, edging and thresholds to suit tight front gardens, basement lightwells, and shared access arrangements. If your existing surface has dipped or spread, our restoration service can re-lay and re-point while keeping the original look. The result is a driveway that feels authentic to the building and practical for daily parking.
Our process starts with a site survey, measured levels, and a clear specification for materials, patterns and drainage. We excavate to the correct depth, install a compacted sub-base, then hand-lay setts for tight joints and consistent lines. You’ll get tidy workmanship, respectful neighbour-aware scheduling, and a written 10-year warranty on installation. Many clients choose us for cobblestone driveways shepherd's bush area because the finish stays stable and easy to maintain.
Access and parking can be challenging around W12, so we plan deliveries and waste removal carefully. We set accurate falls and integrate compliant drainage where needed, helping reduce surface water run-off concerns. Many properties have shallow frontages and mixed boundary lines, so we use robust edging details to hold the sett field. Our experience with cobblestone driveways in London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham helps us anticipate typical constraints before work starts.
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Costs vary by size, excavation depth, access, and the sett type you choose. As a guide, professionally installed cobbled driveways in W12 often range from £180–£320 per m², with premium granite setts and complex patterns at the higher end. Restoration (lifting and re-laying existing setts) can be lower, typically £110–£220 per m². We provide a site-specific quotation after checking levels and drainage needs.
Most projects take around 5–10 working days from excavation to final jointing, depending on area and detailing. Smaller front driveways may be completed in under a week, while larger spaces or intricate traditional patterns can take longer. Timescales are affected by access in Shepherd's Bush, the amount of groundworks required, and whether drainage channels or new edging are being installed. We confirm a programme before starting.
In many cases, driveway works are permitted development, but rules can apply to surface water drainage and changes to access. If you’re replacing a front garden, using an impermeable surface, or altering a dropped kerb, you may need approval or specific drainage measures. We design with permeable options or compliant run-off solutions and can advise what’s likely required. We’ll always check site constraints and flag any permissions early.
Yes. Our cobblestone driveway installations include a 10-year warranty covering workmanship, including sub-base preparation, bedding, and the stability of the laid surface under normal domestic use. It also covers issues such as significant settlement caused by installation faults. The warranty does not cover accidental damage, heavy commercial loads, or problems caused by third-party alterations. We also provide care guidance to keep joints and edges performing well.
We install natural cobbles, granite setts, and Belgian block in a range of sizes and tones to suit period and contemporary properties. Popular designs include fan patterns, stretcher bond, random coursing, and clean modern layouts with contrasting borders. We can add soldier-course edging, kerb restraints, and drainage channels that blend into the design. We’ll help you choose a palette and pattern that complements brickwork, railings, and paving around the entrance.
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