Upgrade outdoor access with Steps & Garden Staircases in Kennington, designed to suit period homes and modern blocks alike. From natural stone flights to sleeper steps with discreet lighting, we build safe, beautiful routes between levels. Expect clean lines, solid foundations, and a finish that feels part of the property.
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Kennington gardens often have level changes that deserve more than a quick fix. We design and build steps and garden staircases that look right alongside Georgian façades near Kennington Park and the mansion blocks around SE11. Whether you need a short run from patio to lawn or a full multi-level access solution, we prioritise comfort underfoot, consistent risers, and tidy edging. Our builds can include handrails and lighting integration for safer evenings.
Local properties range from Georgian townhouses and Victorian terraces to larger mansion blocks around Oval and Vauxhall. That mix calls for careful proportioning—wider treads for family use, compact layouts where space is tight, and finishes that complement brickwork and iron railings. We regularly match existing paths and paving so new steps don’t look bolted on. If your entrance or rear garden is shared-access, we can plan for practical circulation and durability.
We start with a site visit to measure levels, check drainage fall, and discuss how you use the space day to day. You’ll receive clear options on materials, layout, and safety details such as nosings, anti-slip finishes, and handrail positioning. Our team builds on proper sub-bases and concrete footings where required, keeping the site organised and respectful of neighbours. Every staircase is installed to last, backed by our workmanship warranty and a straightforward aftercare plan.
In the steps & garden staircases Kennington area, access and parking can be limited, especially near Kennington tube station and busier streets by Elephant & Castle. We plan deliveries, waste removal, and working hours to minimise disruption. Many gardens sit above basements or have retaining walls, so we assess load, drainage, and fixing methods before we build. We also keep an eye on Lambeth requirements where front boundary changes or handrails affect the street scene.
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Costs vary with height change, width, materials and whether walls or handrails are needed. As a guide, simple sleeper or brick steps might start around £900–£1,800 for a small run. Block or brick staircases with proper foundations often fall in the £2,000–£5,000 range. Premium natural stone steps, bespoke detailing, lighting integration or spiral staircases can be £5,000–£12,000+ depending on complexity and access.
Most small step installations take 1–3 days once materials are on site. A larger staircase with retaining edges, landings, lighting and handrails typically takes 4–10 working days. Timescales depend on excavation depth, curing time for concrete footings, and whether we’re matching existing paving patterns. Restricted access near mansion blocks can also slow deliveries and spoil removal, so we schedule efficiently to keep the programme moving.
Many garden steps are permitted development, particularly in rear gardens where you’re not significantly altering the street-facing appearance. However, rules can change if you’re adding tall structures, altering front boundaries, installing prominent handrails, or if the property is listed or within a conservation area. We’ll advise during the survey and, where needed, help you confirm requirements with the London Borough of Lambeth before work starts.
We provide a 10-year workmanship warranty on our steps and garden staircases, covering installation quality such as movement caused by inadequate foundations, joint failure, and defects in our build. It’s designed to give homeowners confidence that the structure will remain stable and safe. Natural wear, accidental damage, and issues caused by third-party alterations aren’t covered, but we’re always happy to inspect and advise on maintenance and repairs.
We build natural stone steps (including sandstone and limestone looks), block steps with crisp edging, traditional brick steps to suit period homes, and sleeper steps for a softer garden feel. For tighter spaces, spiral staircases can provide efficient multi-level access. We can also add lighting integration, anti-slip finishes and handrails in metal or timber. We’ll help you choose based on style, durability, drainage and how the route is used.
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