Terrace Gardens in Banstead that turn awkward slopes into elegant, usable outdoor rooms. From retaining walls and steps to lighting, irrigation and planting, we build terraces that last.
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Sloping plots are common around Banstead Downs and across SM7, but they don’t have to limit how you use your garden. Our terrace garden builds create level platforms for dining, play and planting, while managing levels safely. We combine retaining walls, steps and access routes with multi-level planting to soften structure and add year-round interest. The result is a garden that feels larger, calmer and far easier to maintain.
Banstead’s mix of large detached houses, 1930s properties and executive homes often comes with generous rear gardens and changes in level. In Nork and Burgh Heath, we regularly see lawns that drop away from the house, plus side access constraints that affect how materials are brought in. We design terrace gardens Banstead area homeowners can enjoy daily—practical for families, polished for entertaining, and tailored to the architecture of the property. Planting plans are chosen to suit light, exposure and your preferred maintenance level.
We start with a site visit to measure levels, check drainage routes and discuss how you want to use each tier. You’ll receive a clear design with materials, planting and lighting options, then a staged build plan that keeps disruption controlled. Our team handles groundworks, drainage solutions, irrigation and electrics coordination, and we leave every site tidy and safe. Local clients choose us for straightforward communication, accurate scheduling and a 10-year warranty on qualifying workmanship.
Across Reigate and Banstead Borough, gardens can sit on chalky downland soils that drain fast yet wash out on steeper grades. We specify foundations, wall drainage and backfill to suit the ground and prevent pressure build-up behind retaining walls. Access and parking near Banstead High Street or tighter roads by Nork Park can affect deliveries, so we plan logistics and material drops carefully. Designs are also matched to local property styles, from 1930s brickwork to contemporary extensions.
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Costs vary with height changes, retaining wall type, access and finishes. As a guide, smaller terrace schemes with one retaining wall and basic steps often start around £8,000–£15,000. Mid-sized multi-level builds with drainage, lighting and planting commonly fall between £18,000–£40,000. Larger projects with premium stone, bespoke seating areas, irrigation and water features can be £45,000+. We provide an itemised estimate after surveying levels and ground conditions.
Most terrace builds take 2–6 weeks on site, depending on the number of levels and the amount of excavation required. A single-tier solution with a short wall and steps may be completed in 10–15 working days. Multi-tier gardens with complex drainage, lighting, irrigation and planting can take 4–8 weeks. Timescales are affected by access for machinery, curing times for concrete, and weather during groundworks.
Many garden landscaping works are permitted development, but terracing can trigger rules where there are significant changes in ground levels, boundary treatments, or if your property is listed or in a sensitive area. Retaining walls near boundaries and changes that affect neighbours may also need extra checks. We review your layout, levels and proximity to boundaries and advise if you should contact Reigate and Banstead Borough Council. If approvals are needed, we can support with drawings and specifications.
We provide a 10-year warranty on qualifying workmanship for key structural elements such as retaining walls, steps, paving bases and installed drainage, subject to our specification and normal use. This covers defects arising from installation rather than accidental damage, ground movement beyond reasonable expectations, or third-party alterations. Manufacturer warranties apply separately for products like lighting, pumps and irrigation components. You’ll receive care guidance to help planting and finishes perform well long term.
We design terraces using options such as brick or rendered retaining walls, natural stone or porcelain paving, sleeper or gabion features, and composite or timber seating areas. Steps can be cut stone, block-and-stone, or porcelain with contrasting nosings for safety. Water features range from rills to self-contained bowls, with low-glare lighting for paths and planting. We help you choose finishes that suit your home, budget and maintenance preference, then provide samples and a clear specification.
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