Upgrade your outdoor space with Garden Paths in New Cross designed for daily use and lasting kerb appeal. Choose natural stone, resin bound, block paving or gravel, finished with crisp edging and optional lighting.
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From New Cross station to Telegraph Hill, gardens in SE14 often need paths that cope with heavy footfall and changeable weather. Fine Landscaping designs and installs garden paths that look sharp, feel safe underfoot and suit the character of your home. Whether you want a clean, contemporary route or a softer, cottage-style feel, we tailor the layout to how you actually use the garden. Curved paths, stepping stones and discreet lighting can transform awkward side returns and narrow runs.
The New Cross area mixes Victorian terraces, Georgian houses and converted flats, so access and levels can vary from one street to the next. We’re used to tight side passages, shared boundaries and small front gardens where every centimetre matters. Our team builds paths that sit comfortably alongside period brickwork and mature planting, while keeping maintenance sensible. If you’re near Deptford or Brockley, we can match materials to existing paving and boundary details for a cohesive finish.
We start with a site visit, discuss your preferred materials and set out a clear route plan with falls for drainage. Every path is built on a proper sub-base, with careful compaction and tidy edging to prevent spread and sinking. We keep disruption low, protect planting where possible, and leave the site clean at the end of each day. Homeowners choose us for straightforward communication, reliable scheduling and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
Across the London Borough of Lewisham, we often find variable ground and older garden levels that need careful setting-out. In SE14, access can be tight and parking may require planning around restrictions, so we schedule deliveries and waste removal to minimise hassle. We also factor in drainage so paths don’t send water towards basements or lower ground floors in period homes. Our finishes are chosen to suit local brickwork tones and the mix of traditional and modern conversions.
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Costs depend on size, access and the material you choose. As a guide, gravel paths often start around £70–£120 per m², while block paving and brick are commonly £120–£180 per m². Natural stone is typically £160–£260+ per m² depending on the stone and pattern. Resin bound paths usually fall around £140–£220 per m². Steps, edging and lighting add to the total.
Most garden paths take 2–5 days from excavation to final finish, assuming straightforward access and dry weather. Small stepping-stone or gravel runs can be quicker, while larger curved paths, brickwork details or lighting can extend the programme to a week or more. Timescales are affected by how much digging is needed, whether levels must be corrected, and curing time for mortar or resin systems. We confirm a realistic schedule after the site survey.
Garden paths are usually permitted development and don’t require planning permission, especially within the rear garden. However, rules can apply if you’re changing levels significantly, working near a boundary wall, or the property is listed or within a conservation area. Drainage is also important: permeable surfaces like gravel or resin bound can help manage runoff. We’ll flag any potential issues and advise if you should check with Lewisham Council before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our garden path installations, covering issues such as sinking caused by inadequate sub-base preparation, loose edging, or failures related to our installation methods. Materials are covered by their manufacturer warranties where applicable, and we’ll explain what each product includes. The warranty assumes normal use and reasonable maintenance, such as keeping joints topped up where required and avoiding heavy vehicle loads on pedestrian paths.
We install natural stone, block paving, gravel, stepping stones, resin bound and brick paths, with options for straight or curved routes. Popular choices in New Cross include sandstone or limestone for a classic look, resin bound for a clean, permeable finish, and brick to echo period properties. We can add edging in stone, metal or brick, plus low-glare lighting for safer evening access. We’ll help you choose based on style, budget, drainage and maintenance preferences.
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