Family Friendly Gardens in Shortlands that let children play freely and parents relax. We design safe play areas, lawns and growing spaces that suit busy family life. Built to last, finished beautifully.
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Shortlands homeowners often want a garden that works for everyday family life, not just summer weekends. We create practical layouts with safe play areas, lawn space and softer landings where needed. If you’re close to Shortlands station or walking distance from St Mary's Church, we can tailor the design to your plot and how your family uses it. The result is a garden that looks premium and feels genuinely child-friendly.
The Shortlands area is known for larger Edwardian houses, Victorian villas and well-proportioned 1930s homes, often with long rear gardens and mature boundaries. We plan around existing trees, levels and overlooked edges to keep play zones secure and private. Whether you’re in BR2 near Bromley, Beckenham or Ravensbourne, we’ll balance grown-up entertaining space with kid-proof features. Every scheme is designed to age well as children grow.
We start with a site visit, measure-up and a clear design proposal that prioritises safety, drainage and durability. Our team handles groundworks, surfacing, turfing and installation with tidy working practices and regular updates. Homeowners choose Fine Landscaping for reliable scheduling, high-quality finishes and a straightforward handover. You’ll also receive care guidance so lawns, planting and play surfaces stay in top condition.
Shortlands gardens can have clay-heavy soils and shaded areas from mature trees, so we specify the right drainage, sub-bases and turf. Access can be tight on some residential roads, so we plan deliveries and parking to minimise disruption. We also consider boundary treatments and overlooking, common with period plots in BR2. Where needed, we align work with London Borough of Bromley requirements and neighbour considerations.
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Costs vary by size, levels and the features you choose. As a guide, a small refresh with turfing, edging and a simple play zone can start around £3,000–£7,000. Mid-size family garden builds with soft surfacing, planting and new paths often fall between £10,000–£25,000. Larger Edwardian plots with drainage, lighting, structures and premium finishes can be £30,000+.
Most projects take 1–3 weeks once work starts, depending on complexity. A straightforward lawn-and-play-area upgrade may be completed in under a week, while gardens needing excavation, drainage, new patios and multiple zones can take 3–6 weeks. Weather, access for machinery, curing times for concrete bases and lead times for equipment (like trampolines or frames) can all affect the schedule.
Many garden improvements are permitted development, including lawns, planting, paths and most play equipment. However, rules can change if you’re adding tall structures, significant raised decking, fencing over certain heights, or works near boundaries and trees. If your property is listed or in a conservation area, extra checks may apply. We flag potential issues early and can advise on what to confirm with Bromley.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for core landscape construction, including installed paving, edging, retaining details and properly built bases and sub-bases. It covers defects arising from installation, subject to normal use and appropriate maintenance. Manufacturer warranties apply separately to products such as artificial grass, play equipment or lighting. We also give aftercare guidance to help lawns, planting and surfaces bed in well.
Popular choices include durable porcelain or sandstone patios, robust composite or timber edging, and soft-play surfaces such as rubber mulch, bonded rubber or quality artificial grass. Many families add sunken trampolines, sandpits with lids, climbing frames on impact-absorbing bases, plus wildlife areas and raised growing beds. We help you choose options that match your home’s style, your budget and how your children actually play.
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