Create a garden your pets can enjoy without wrecking the planting. Our Pet Friendly Gardens in Brockley blend smart design with tough, safe materials. Expect secure boundaries, cleaner surfaces and greener lawns that cope with daily zoomies.
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Brockley homeowners love outdoor living, but paws, claws and muddy shortcuts can quickly undo a beautiful garden. We design practical, stylish spaces that work for dogs and cats, from durable lawns to easy-clean paths and dedicated digging areas. Whether you’re near Brockley Market or walking routes around Hilly Fields, we’ll tailor the layout to your pet’s routines. The result is a garden that looks premium and stays usable all year.
The Brockley area is packed with Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and mansion conversions, often with long, narrow gardens and shared boundaries. We regularly work across SE4 and nearby Honor Oak, where access can be tight and drainage varies from plot to plot. Our designs consider side returns, basement lightwells and existing mature planting common to period homes. You get a pet-safe plan that respects the character of your property while improving everyday practicality.
We start with a site visit to map pet routes, problem spots and any escape risks, then propose materials and planting that suit your lifestyle. Installation is managed end-to-end: groundworks, fencing, surfacing, turfing and planting, with clear timelines and tidy working. We use non-toxic plant choices and specify finishes that are easy to rinse down. Local clients recommend us for reliable communication, careful workmanship and a finish that lasts.
Gardens around Brockley often have clay-leaning soils and compacted ground, so we prioritise drainage, robust sub-bases and lawn preparation. Access through terraced houses can be narrow, so we plan material deliveries and waste removal to minimise disruption. We’re familiar with Lewisham requirements for boundary heights and front-garden changes where relevant. If you’re near Crofton Park or New Cross, we’ll also factor in noise, privacy and overlooked plots.
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Costs vary with size, access and the features you choose. As a guide, a small pet-friendly refresh (tough turf, minor fencing tweaks, easy-clean path) often starts around £2,500–£5,000. Mid-size redesigns with new fencing, dog run and planting typically fall between £6,000–£15,000. Larger, premium builds with drainage, extensive paving and bespoke gates can be £15,000–£30,000+.
Most projects take 1–3 weeks on site. A straightforward upgrade (new turf, small patio section, minor fence improvements) can be completed in 3–7 days. Full redesigns with groundworks, drainage, new fencing and multiple surfaces usually take 2–4 weeks. Timescales depend on access through the property, curing time for bases and mortar, weather, and lead times for bespoke gates or fencing panels.
Most garden improvements are permitted development, including patios, turfing, planting and typical dog runs. However, rules can apply to fence and gate heights, listed buildings, conservation areas, and any changes to front gardens or hardstanding. We’ll flag likely constraints during the survey and can help you check Lewisham guidance before work starts. If permissions are needed, we’ll design to meet them.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for installed hard landscaping elements such as paving, bases, edging, retaining details and fencing installation (subject to normal use and maintenance). We also pass on relevant manufacturer warranties for materials where applicable. Living elements like turf and plants are covered for establishment issues when cared for as advised, with clear aftercare guidance to protect your investment.
Popular options include hard-wearing turf or reinforced grass systems, porcelain or textured concrete paving for easy cleaning, and secure closeboard or slatted fencing with pet-proof gaps. For dogs, we can add a dedicated run, rinsing point, shaded seating and a controlled digging area. Non-toxic planting is selected for your light levels and soil. We’ll guide you through samples, layouts and maintenance levels to match your household.
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