Upgrade your frontage with Gravel Driveways in Colliers Wood that look smart and drain well. Fine Landscaping installs decorative gravel, grids and crisp edging for a clean, low-fuss finish. Most projects are completed in 1–2 days. We’ve completed many projects across Colliers Wood and nearby areas.
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A well-laid gravel driveway suits Colliers Wood’s mix of busy streets and quieter residential roads, giving you practical parking without the hard, stark look of concrete. We regularly work around SW19, including routes near the Tandem Centre and walks by Wandle Park. Our finishes are designed to stay tidy, resist rutting and keep stones where they belong. Expect a driveway that looks considered from day one and improves how your property presents.
Homes here range from Victorian terraces and 1930s semis to modern apartments with shared access and tight turning circles. We design levels and edging to suit narrow front gardens, dropped kerbs and existing paths, while keeping access safe and straightforward. If you’re in South Wimbledon, Tooting or Mitcham, we’ll match the style of your frontage and choose aggregates that complement brickwork and paving. The result is a driveway that feels in keeping with the street rather than an afterthought.
Our process starts with a clear site survey, then proper excavation, membrane laying and a stable sub-base before the gravel goes down. We can add gravel grids for extra strength and easier manoeuvring, plus edging installation to prevent migration into borders and pavements. You’ll get straightforward guidance on maintenance and top-ups, and we keep disruption low with organised deliveries and tidy working. Local homeowners choose us for reliable scheduling, clean finishes and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
Colliers Wood has varied ground conditions, with some plots influenced by the River Wandle and softer subsoils. We adjust excavation depth, sub-base build-up and drainage detailing to keep the surface firm and free-draining. Access can be tight on terraced streets, so we plan deliveries, waste removal and parking to minimise disruption. For gravel driveways in London Borough of Merton, we also consider crossover levels and pavement interfaces for a neat, compliant finish.
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For most homes in the Colliers Wood area, gravel driveway installation typically falls between £30–£60 per square metre, depending on excavation depth, sub-base requirements and the aggregate chosen. As a guide, many projects land around £1,200–£3,000 for a standard front garden parking bay. Add-ons such as gravel grids, premium decorative gravel, extra edging or complex levels can increase the overall spend.
Most gravel driveways colliers wood area projects are completed in 1–2 days, assuming straightforward access and no major ground issues. Timing depends on how much excavation is needed, whether we’re installing gravel grids, and if old surfacing must be removed first. Weather can also affect compaction and finishing. We’ll confirm a realistic schedule after a site visit and keep you updated throughout the job.
In many cases, a gravel driveway is permitted development, particularly when it’s a permeable surface or drains to a suitable area within your property. However, rules can change depending on drainage arrangements, listed buildings, conservation areas and alterations to kerbs or crossovers. We’ll talk through your layout and advise what’s likely to apply in the London Borough of Merton. If permissions or approvals are needed, we’ll help you understand the steps before work starts.
Yes. Our gravel driveway installations come with a 10-year warranty covering workmanship and the structural build-up we install, such as sub-base preparation, membrane laying and edging installation. It’s designed to give you confidence that the driveway has been built correctly for long-term performance. Normal wear, accidental damage and issues caused by third-party alterations aren’t covered, but we’ll always advise on maintenance to keep your surface looking its best.
You can choose from a wide range of decorative gravel, including golden flint, grey limestone and angular granite for a cleaner, more stable finish. We can install gravel grids for added strength, especially where cars turn or reverse frequently. Edging options include brick, stone setts, metal edging or kerbs to keep lines crisp. We’ll help you select colours and sizes that suit your home’s style and the practical demands of your driveway.
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