Family Friendly Gardens in Mitcham that let children play safely and grown-ups relax. We design smart zones for lawns, play equipment, wildlife and growing spaces that suit real family life.
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Mitcham families want gardens that work hard: space to run, somewhere safe to climb, and corners that still feel calm. We create practical layouts with safe play areas, soft surfaces and generous lawn space, tailored to how your household uses the garden. Whether you’re near Mitcham Common or walking distance from Mitcham Junction station, we’ll design a garden that’s fun, tidy and easy to supervise. Every element is planned to be durable, low-maintenance and child-friendly.
Across the family friendly gardens Mitcham area, we regularly work on Victorian cottages with compact plots, 1930s semis with long lawns, and modern estates needing clearer zoning. In CR4, side access can be tight and boundaries irregular, so we design with efficient paths, storage and sensible sightlines. If you’re in Pollards Hill or Eastfields, we can re-balance space between play and planting without losing usable seating. The result feels bigger, safer and more organised.
Our process starts with a site visit, measurements and a clear design proposal, then we schedule the build to minimise disruption. We specify child-safe finishes, stable edging and robust fixings for trampolines, climbing frames and sandpits. You’ll get straightforward communication, tidy working practices and a handover that explains how to care for lawns, surfaces and wildlife areas. Homeowners choose our family friendly gardens in London Borough of Merton because we plan properly and build for longevity.
Mitcham gardens often have mixed ground conditions, from compacted lawns to heavier soils that need better drainage. We plan access and waste removal around typical CR4 parking and narrower side passages, especially on older streets. Where gardens back onto open spaces such as Figges Marsh, we can add wind-tolerant planting and sturdier fencing. We also keep an eye on council guidance and neighbour considerations when positioning play equipment and lighting.
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Costs vary with size, levels and what you’re adding. As a guide, a simple refresh with lawn improvements and a small soft-surface play zone may start around £3,000–£7,000. Mid-range projects with new paving, edging, planting and a dedicated play area often sit at £8,000–£20,000. Larger redesigns including drainage, fencing, lighting and multiple zones can be £20,000–£45,000+.
Most builds take 1–3 weeks once the design is agreed and materials are booked in. A smaller garden with turfing and a single play surface can be completed in 3–7 working days. More complex projects with drainage, retaining edges, new patios, fencing and bespoke carpentry typically take 2–5 weeks. Timescales depend on access, weather, ground conditions and lead times for equipment or specialist surfacing.
Many garden improvements are permitted development, including patios, lawns, planting and most play equipment. However, rules can change with listed buildings, conservation areas, boundary fence heights, and structures with significant height or permanent foundations. We’ll flag likely issues early, advise on sensible placements, and can help you check guidance for the London Borough of Merton before work begins. If permission is needed, we’ll design to meet it.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for hard landscaping elements we install, such as paving bases, edging, retaining details and built structures, subject to normal use and maintenance. Manufacturer warranties apply separately for products like artificial turf, play surfacing, lighting and equipment. We’ll give you written care guidance at handover and we’re available to inspect and resolve any issues promptly if something isn’t performing as it should.
Popular options include durable porcelain or sandstone patios, smooth resin-bound paths, and impact-reducing rubber mulch or wetpour under climbing frames. For lawns, we’ll advise on hard-wearing turf varieties or quality artificial grass for heavy use. Sandpits can be built-in with seating lids, and wildlife areas can include log piles, native hedging and pollinator planting. We help you choose finishes that match your home and your maintenance preferences.
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