Upgrade your garden with Crazy Paving in Dulwich, laid with precision for a timeless, characterful finish. Choose natural stone, slate or sandstone for patios and pathways that suit period homes and modern extensions alike.
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Dulwich homeowners often want outdoor spaces that complement brick façades, sash windows and mature planting. Our crazy paving patios and pathways are designed to sit comfortably alongside the architecture you see around Dulwich Park and Dulwich Village. We create flowing layouts that feel intentional, not random, with clean edges and well-balanced stone sizes. Expect a premium finish that looks established from day one.
From Georgian and Victorian houses in West Dulwich to larger detached properties around SE21 and SE22, we tailor the build to your plot and lifestyle. Many gardens here need careful transitions from kitchen extensions to lawns, terraces and side returns. We can form practical routes for bins and bikes, or a generous entertaining patio with subtle falls for drainage. The result is hard landscaping that enhances value and day-to-day use.
We start with a site visit, levels check and a clear design plan, then excavate and build a stable sub-base before laying and jointing the stone. Every job includes tidy working practices, controlled levels, and proper drainage detailing to protect nearby walls and planting beds. Homeowners choose us for consistent communication, skilled installation and a finish that lasts through London weather. You’ll also have the reassurance of our workmanship warranty once the project is complete.
In the crazy paving dulwich area, access can be tight on side passages and parking can be restricted near schools and village streets. We plan deliveries, waste removal and working hours to minimise disruption and keep the site safe and tidy. Southwark property gardens often have mature roots and mixed ground conditions, so we adjust excavation depth and sub-base specification accordingly. Our approach suits everything from East Dulwich terraces to larger plots near Dulwich College.
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For crazy paving in Dulwich, most homeowners budget £70–£120 per square metre depending on the stone type, thickness, pattern complexity and edging. Typical projects come in around £2,500–£5,500 for a patio or combined patio-and-pathway scheme. Costs can rise with difficult access, extensive excavation, drainage upgrades, or premium sandstone/slate choices. We provide a detailed, itemised quote after a site visit.
Most installations take 3–5 days, assuming straightforward access and settled weather. Time is affected by the size of the area, how much excavation is needed, and whether we’re building steps, retaining edges or adding drainage channels. Natural stone also needs careful selection and laying to keep joints consistent and the surface level. If you’re combining patio and pathways, we’ll agree a clear schedule before work begins.
In many cases, garden patios and pathways are permitted development and don’t need planning permission. However, rules can change for listed buildings, conservation considerations, or if you’re altering levels significantly near boundaries. If the paving is at the front of the property, drainage requirements may apply to manage surface water responsibly. We’ll flag any likely issues and help you check Southwark guidance before starting the build.
Yes. Fine Landscaping provides a 10-year workmanship warranty on our crazy paving installations. This covers issues related to our build quality, such as sub-base performance, settlement caused by inadequate preparation, or installation defects in the laid area. Natural stone is a variable material, so colour variation and natural markings are part of the product rather than a fault. We’ll also advise on aftercare and joint maintenance to keep it looking its best.
We install natural stone crazy paving, including slate crazy paving and sandstone crazy paving, with options for different tones, riven textures and joint styles. Designs can be free-flowing or more structured, with defined borders, steps, or matching pathways to connect doors and seating areas. We’ll help you choose stone thickness and colour to suit your brickwork and planting, and we can provide samples so you can compare finishes in your garden light.
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