Retaining Walls in New Cross that look sharp and stay put. We build engineered brick, stone, sleeper, block and gabion walls with proper drainage for sloped gardens and tight access.
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Sloping gardens and level changes are common around Telegraph Hill and the streets near New Cross station, and a well-built retaining wall can transform how you use the space. Fine Landscaping designs and installs retaining walls that stabilise soil, create terraces, and add a clean architectural finish. Whether you want a raised bed, a new patio level, or steps integrated into a bank, we plan the structure and drainage together. Our team works across SE14 and nearby Deptford and Brockley.
New Cross homes often include Victorian terraces, Georgian houses and converted flats, where gardens can be narrow, overlooked and accessed through side returns or shared passages. We tailor wall heights, finishes and foundations to suit period brickwork and tight boundaries, keeping the result sympathetic to the property. For basement flats and lower-ground gardens, we pay extra attention to water management and neighbouring structures. If you’re comparing retaining walls new cross area options, we’ll guide you on what’s practical and what will last.
We start with a site visit to measure levels, check ground conditions and identify where water needs to go. You’ll receive a clear specification covering wall type, footing depth, reinforcement (where required), drainage and finishes, plus a tidy schedule for delivery and access. Our builds prioritise safety, straight lines and long-term stability, not quick fixes. Homeowners choose us for reliable engineering, respectful working practices and a 10-year workmanship warranty.
Working in the London Borough of Lewisham means planning for mixed ground, mature tree roots and sudden level changes behind terraces. Access can be tight around SE14, so we organise deliveries, waste removal and parking to minimise disruption. We also consider nearby rail vibration and boundary sensitivities when specifying wall thickness and reinforcement. The result is retaining walls in London Borough of Lewisham that perform well and look right for the street.
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Costs vary with height, access, materials and drainage. As a guide, sleeper walls often start around £250–£450 per linear metre, while brick or block retaining walls are commonly £350–£700 per linear metre. Stone and gabion walls can range from £450–£900+ per linear metre depending on finish and basket size. Excavation, spoil removal, steps and terracing will affect the total.
Most small garden retaining walls take 2–5 days, while larger terracing projects can take 1–3 weeks. Timescales depend on wall length and height, excavation depth, curing time for concrete footings, and whether drainage runs or steps are included. Access in New Cross (narrow passages and limited parking) can also slow deliveries and spoil removal. We’ll confirm a realistic programme after the site survey.
Many garden retaining walls are permitted development, but rules can change if the wall fronts a highway, exceeds certain heights, affects visibility, or sits within a conservation area. If your property is a converted flat, you may also need freeholder consent. We’ll review the site, check Lewisham guidance where relevant, and advise if an application or structural input is sensible before work starts.
We provide a 10-year workmanship warranty on our retaining wall installations. This covers defects arising from installation, such as movement caused by incorrect construction, poor fixing, or inadequate drainage as specified. It doesn’t cover damage from third-party works, extreme events, or changes in ground conditions outside the designed scope. We also use quality materials and proven build details to reduce long-term maintenance needs.
We build brick walls to match period homes, block walls with rendered or clad finishes, natural stone walls for a premium look, sleeper walls for warm timber character, and gabion walls for modern texture and drainage-friendly performance. We can also integrate steps, planters, lighting channels and terracing. We’ll help you choose based on height, soil pressure, maintenance, and how the wall will sit with patios, fences and planting.
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