Family Friendly Gardens in Kennington, designed for real family life and safer play. We create soft-surfaced zones, generous lawns and nature areas that look premium year-round.
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Kennington families often need gardens that work hard: space to run, somewhere to dig, and corners to relax. From homes near The Oval cricket ground to streets by Kennington Park, we design layouts that keep children visible and adults comfortable. Expect practical zoning for play equipment, lawn space and planting that can handle busy weekends. We also plan tidy storage and clear routes so the garden stays easy to use.
The Kennington area includes Georgian townhouses, Victorian terraces and mansion blocks, each with different garden proportions and access. Many SE11 gardens are long and narrow, so we use clever sightlines and multi-use surfaces to avoid wasted space. Where patios sit close to the house, we balance entertaining areas with safe play zones further down the plot. For flats with shared or compact outdoor areas, we can create robust, low-maintenance family features without clutter.
Our process starts with a site visit, measured survey and a clear design proposal, then a phased build plan that keeps disruption manageable. We install safe play areas, soft surfaces, lawning, wildlife corners and growing spaces with attention to drainage and durability. Homeowners choose us for straightforward communication, tidy workmanship and reliable scheduling. Every build is finished to a premium standard, with aftercare advice to keep it looking sharp.
Kennington gardens often sit on London clay, so we prioritise drainage layers and levels to prevent winter puddling. Access can be tight around Victorian terraces and mansion blocks, so we plan deliveries, waste removal and on-site storage carefully. We also consider Lambeth guidance on boundaries, tree protection and neighbour impacts when positioning structures. If you’re near Kennington tube station or busy routes towards Elephant & Castle, we schedule works to reduce disruption.
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Costs vary with size, access and how many features you want. As a guide, a simple family layout with new lawn, edging and a small soft-surface play zone often starts around £4,000–£8,000. Mid-range builds with patio adjustments, planting, drainage and multiple zones are commonly £10,000–£20,000. Larger projects including bespoke carpentry, lighting and substantial groundworks can be £25,000+.
Most projects take 1–3 weeks on site once the design is agreed and materials are booked in. A refresh with turf, soft surfacing and minor landscaping can be done in 3–7 days. More complex builds with drainage, retaining, new patios and play equipment bases typically take 2–4 weeks. Timescales depend on access, weather, curing time for concrete, and whether you want phased work.
Most family garden upgrades are permitted development, such as lawns, planting, paths and many play features. However, rules can apply to taller structures, raised platforms, boundary changes, listed buildings, and properties in conservation areas common around Kennington’s Georgian streets. We’ll flag potential issues early, check height and placement guidance, and advise if a lawful development certificate or planning application is sensible before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for the landscaping elements we install, giving you confidence that the build will last. This covers issues linked to installation, such as failed joints, unstable edging, or problems arising from incorrect construction. Materials are covered by their manufacturer warranties where applicable. We also explain care requirements for lawns, timber and planting so your garden performs as intended long term.
Popular choices include tough turf or reinforced grass for play, rubber mulch or bonded bark for soft landings, and porcelain or sandstone for low-slip patios. For features, we can integrate sandpits with lids, sunken trampolines, climbing frame bases, wildlife ponds with safety margins, and raised growing beds. We’ll guide you through options based on budget, maintenance preferences, shade levels and how your family uses the space day to day.
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