Garden Gates in Herne Hill, built to look right and work flawlessly every day. Choose timber or metal, add secure locks or automation, and finish with matching fencing for a clean, premium boundary.
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From side access to full driveway entrances, we design and install gates that suit how you use your home in SE24. Whether you’re near Brockwell Park or walking distance to Herne Hill station, we’ll create a gate that improves security without spoiling kerb appeal. Expect precise fitting, smooth operation and tidy finishes. We can also align new gates with existing fencing so the frontage looks intentional, not pieced together.
Herne Hill’s Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and period conversions often have narrow side returns, stepped paths and brick piers that need careful measuring. We regularly fit garden gates Herne Hill area homeowners rely on for bins, bikes and family access, without fouling walls or paving. Where front gardens are compact, we’ll recommend opening directions and hinges that maximise usable space. For wider plots towards Dulwich or Tulse Hill, we can build driveway gates that balance privacy with visibility.
We start with a site visit, take accurate levels, then propose materials, hardware and finishes that match your property. Every gate is made to measure, installed by our in-house team, and tested for alignment, latch action and safe clearances. If you want automation, we specify reliable motors, safety edges and manual override. Fine Landscaping is 15 minutes away, so aftercare and adjustments are prompt and straightforward.
Working across the London Borough of Lambeth/Southwark means we plan for controlled parking, narrow streets and shared access routes common around Herne Hill and Denmark Hill. We also account for uneven thresholds and older brickwork typical of SE24 terraces, using adjustable hinges and careful fixing methods. Where front boundaries sit close to pavements, we’ll advise on safe swing arcs and visibility. If council guidance affects height by a highway, we’ll flag it early and keep the design compliant.
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Costs vary by size, material and hardware. A simple timber pedestrian or side gate is often £350–£900 supplied and fitted. Heavier-duty timber or metal gates with upgraded posts and locks typically run £900–£2,000. Driveway gates can range from £2,000–£6,000+, and automation usually adds £1,200–£3,000 depending on power supply, safety devices and controls. We’ll itemise everything after a site survey.
Most pedestrian or side gates are installed in half a day to a full day once the gate is ready. Driveway gates commonly take 1–2 days, especially if new posts, hinges or groundworks are needed. Automation can add another day for wiring, setting limits and safety testing. Timescales depend on access, curing time for post concrete, and whether we’re matching existing fencing or brick piers.
In many cases, garden and driveway gates are permitted development, particularly when they sit within your boundary and meet typical height limits. However, rules can change if the gate fronts a highway, if the property is listed, or if you’re in a conservation area. We’ll ask the right questions, check the relevant guidance for Lambeth or Southwark, and advise if an application or specific design constraints are likely.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our gate installations, covering issues such as fixings, alignment and fitting-related movement. Manufacturer warranties apply to components like locks, hinges and automation motors, and we’ll register these where required. Timber gates also benefit from correct sealing and finishing; we’ll advise on maintenance intervals to keep them stable and looking sharp. Any snagging is handled promptly by our local team.
We install timber gates (such as tongue-and-groove, ledged-and-braced, or slatted designs) and metal gates for a more traditional or contemporary look. Popular options include arched tops for period homes, privacy close-boarded panels, or open designs that keep sightlines to the street. We can add keyed locks, digital access, or automated opening for driveways. We’ll help you choose a style that matches your fencing, brickwork and daily use.
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