Transform slopes and split-level gardens with Steps & Garden Staircases in Shirley. From natural stone to brick and sleeper steps, we build safe, elegant access with optional lighting and handrails. Designed to suit CR0 homes and finished to a premium standard.
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Shirley’s gardens often sit on gentle gradients, and well-built steps make everyday access safer and more enjoyable. Whether you’re upgrading a path near Shirley Windmill or creating a new route down to a patio, we design staircases that look intentional, not bolted on. Expect crisp lines, comfortable treads and tidy edging that complements your planting. We also integrate lighting for confident use after dark.
We regularly work with 1930s semis and detached houses across CR0, where front approaches and rear gardens can be split over two or three levels. Modern developments also benefit from cleaner, more contemporary step detailing and discreet handrails. In nearby Addiscombe and Addington, we’re often asked to replace tired concrete with natural stone, brick or blockwork that matches existing walls. The result is a staircase that improves kerb appeal and day-to-day practicality.
Our process starts with a site visit to measure levels, check drainage and agree the safest rise and going for each step. We then prepare a stable sub-base, install robust foundations and finish with precise pointing and edging. You’ll get clear written specifications, tidy working practices and a schedule you can rely on. Local homeowners choose Fine Landscaping for consistent craftsmanship and a 10-year warranty for peace of mind.
In the London Borough of Croydon, gardens can combine clay-heavy soils with sloping plots, so we focus on drainage, sub-base depth and edge restraint. Access and parking can be tight on residential streets, so we plan deliveries and waste removal to minimise disruption. Around Addington Hills, level changes are common, making multi-flight steps and landings a practical choice. We also align materials with local brickwork styles seen on Shirley’s 1930s homes.
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Costs vary with materials, number of steps, ground conditions and whether you need lighting or handrails. As a guide, simple sleeper steps might start around £250–£450 per step installed, while brick or block steps are often £350–£650 per step. Natural stone can be £500–£1,000+ per step depending on stone type and detailing. Spiral staircases and complex landings are priced individually after a survey.
Most small stair runs take 2–5 working days, including excavation, sub-base, building and finishing. Larger schemes with multiple flights, landings, retaining edges or lighting integration typically take 1–2 weeks. Timescales depend on access for materials, how much spoil needs removing, and curing time for concrete and mortar. We’ll give you a realistic programme before work starts and keep you updated daily.
In many cases, garden steps and staircases are permitted development, especially when they’re within your property boundary and don’t significantly alter street-facing features. However, rules can change if you’re near a boundary, altering levels substantially, adding prominent railings to the front, or working near listed buildings. We’ll flag any potential issues early and can advise when it’s sensible to check with the London Borough of Croydon before proceeding.
We provide a 10-year workmanship warranty on our steps and garden staircases. This covers structural integrity, stability and installation-related defects, including issues linked to the sub-base and fixing methods used by our team. Materials are also covered by manufacturer warranties where applicable (for example, certain stone or lighting components). As with any exterior build, normal wear, accidental damage and lack of maintenance aren’t included, but we’ll advise on care.
We offer natural stone steps for a premium finish, brick steps to match existing walls, block steps for clean modern lines, and sleeper steps for a warm, garden-led look. For tighter spaces, we can design spiral staircases, and we can add discreet handrails and integrated lighting for safety. We’ll help you choose tread sizes, edging details and colours that suit your house style and the rest of your landscaping scheme.
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