Transform sloping gardens with Gabion Walls in Upper Norwood that look striking and work hard. From retaining walls to seating, planters and lit features, we build bespoke gabions to suit period homes and modern conversions.
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Upper Norwood’s hilltop plots often need practical structure without losing character. Our gabion walls create crisp terraces, safe steps and attractive boundaries, whether you’re close to Crystal Palace Park or near Westow Park. Choose a clean, architectural look or a more natural stone finish to match your garden style. We also build gabions as dividers, raised planters and water-feature surrounds.
We regularly work across SE19 on Victorian villas, Edwardian houses and period conversions where gardens can be steep, narrow or split-level. Gabions are ideal for these settings: they provide robust retaining support while letting water drain through the stone fill. For smaller courtyards and side returns, we design compact custom sizes that still deliver strength. If you’re comparing options for gabion walls Upper Norwood area properties, we’ll advise on what suits your space and budget.
Fine Landscaping handles everything from survey and drainage checks to foundations, baskets, stone fill and tidy finishes. We set out levels carefully, install geotextiles where needed, and ensure alignment stays true over time. You’ll get clear specifications, a written schedule, and workmanship backed by our 10-year warranty. Homeowners choose us for reliable communication, neat sites, and builds that perform in all seasons.
Upper Norwood gardens often sit on slopes with variable ground and older boundary structures, so we design gabions with stable bases and proper drainage. Access can be limited on residential streets, so we plan deliveries, parking and stone handling to minimise disruption. Where party walls and shared boundaries are involved, we set out lines precisely and keep neighbours informed. We also tailor finishes for period façades common across the London Borough of Croydon.
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Costs vary with height, length, access and the chosen stone fill. As a guide, smaller decorative gabions or planters may start from around £250–£450 per linear metre, while retaining gabion walls typically range from £450–£900+ per linear metre. Features such as seating tops, steps, lighting, and excavation or drainage works can increase the budget. We’ll provide a detailed, itemised estimate after a site visit.
Most installations take 1–3 days for small planters, dividers or seating sections, and 3–7 days for larger retaining walls. Timescales depend on excavation depth, ground conditions, access for stone delivery, and whether we’re adding drainage, steps or lighting. If the garden is steep or space is tight (common in SE19), handling materials can take longer. We’ll confirm a schedule before work starts.
Many garden walls and landscape works are permitted development, but rules can change depending on height, proximity to a highway, and whether your property is listed or in a conservation area. Retaining structures may also require extra consideration for safety and drainage. We’ll discuss your design, check likely constraints, and recommend contacting the London Borough of Croydon if needed. Where required, we can supply drawings and specifications to support an application.
Yes. Our gabion wall installations come with a 10-year workmanship warranty. It covers issues arising from installation, such as movement caused by inadequate base preparation, poor alignment, or incorrect assembly, provided the wall hasn’t been altered or overloaded beyond the agreed design. Materials are supplied from reputable manufacturers and carry their own product guarantees where applicable. We also provide care guidance to keep the wall performing well.
We offer a wide choice of stone fills including granite, limestone, flint, recycled brick and mixed river cobbles, selected to complement local period properties. Designs can include retaining walls, seating with timber or stone caps, raised planters, dividers, and water-feature surrounds. We can incorporate subtle low-voltage lighting and build to custom sizes for awkward corners or level changes. We’ll bring samples and help you choose the best look and performance for your garden.
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