Add structure, privacy and lasting character with Stone Walling in Shortlands. We build dry stone and mortared walls in flint, ragstone, sandstone or limestone, tailored to your garden and levels.
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From smart front boundaries to practical retaining walls, we create stonework that suits Shortlands gardens and streets. Homeowners near Shortlands station often want walls that look period-correct yet stand up to everyday use. We can match existing masonry or introduce a new feature wall to frame planting and paths. Work is planned to minimise disruption and keep access clear.
The stone walling Shortlands area demands often needs a sensitive approach, especially around large Edwardian houses, Victorian villas and well-kept 1930s properties. We design proportions, copings and piers to complement brickwork, render and traditional detailing. Whether you’re improving a sloping rear garden or upgrading a front boundary, we’ll recommend stone types and finishes that sit naturally with the property. Our builds look established, not newly “stuck on”.
We start with a site visit to measure levels, check drainage and agree a clear specification. You’ll receive guidance on stone choice, wall height and whether dry stone or mortared construction is best for the job. Our team works tidily, with careful setting-out and proper foundations where required, and we keep you updated throughout. Local clients choose us for reliable scheduling, neat workmanship and a finish that lasts.
Across BR2, access can be tight on driveways and side passages, so we plan deliveries and cutting areas carefully. Ground conditions vary, and we allow for stable footings and drainage where gardens drop towards Ravensbourne. We’re used to working considerately near schools, churches and busy commuter routes, including around St Mary’s Church. For stone walling in London Borough of Bromley, we also factor in boundary lines and visibility at entrances.
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Costs vary with height, access, stone type and whether the wall is retaining. As a guide, simple mortared stone boundary walls often start around £250–£450 per m², while dry stone can be £300–£550 per m² depending on stone and detailing. Retaining walls with proper foundations and drainage are commonly £450–£800+ per m². We’ll provide an itemised quote after a site visit.
Many small boundary walls take 2–5 days, while longer runs or feature walls may take 1–2 weeks. Retaining walls can take longer because we allow time for excavation, foundations, drainage and safe backfilling. Timescales depend on wall length and height, access for materials, weather, and whether we’re integrating steps, piers or copings. We’ll confirm a programme before starting.
Often, garden walls are permitted development, but there are key limits, especially for walls next to highways and in front gardens. If your property is listed, in a conservation area, or you’re altering a boundary that affects visibility, you may need consent. We’ll flag likely issues during the survey and can help you understand Bromley’s requirements before work begins, so you avoid delays or rework.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our stone walling workmanship, covering structural issues caused by installation faults, such as movement from inadequate foundations or poor bonding. It also includes defects in drainage details for retaining walls where specified. The warranty doesn’t cover accidental damage, impact, or problems caused by third-party alterations or extreme events. We’ll explain care and maintenance to keep your wall looking its best.
We build dry stone and mortared walls using flint, ragstone, sandstone and limestone, with options such as coped tops, brick-and-stone piers, curved returns and recessed planting bays. For sloping gardens, we can combine retaining walls with steps and terraces. We’ll bring samples and suggest proportions that suit your home’s style, whether Edwardian, Victorian or 1930s, and advise on a finish that weathers well.
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