Transform slopes and awkward levels into elegant outdoor rooms with Terrace Gardens in Raynes Park. We design and build retaining walls, steps, planting tiers, lighting and water features for SW20 family homes.
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Raynes Park gardens often have changes in level that limit usable space. Our terrace designs create practical, attractive tiers for dining, play and planting, with safe steps and reliable drainage. Whether you’re near Raynes Park station or walking distance from Cannon Hill Common, we’ll tailor the layout to how you use your garden. The result is a garden that feels larger, clearer to navigate, and easier to maintain.
We regularly work across SW20 and understand the proportions and quirks of local homes. From 1930s semis with long rear plots to Victorian terraces and Edwardian houses with tighter boundaries, we plan terraces that respect sightlines and neighbouring fences. Multi-level planting helps soften retaining walls and bring seasonal colour close to the house. If you’re comparing ideas with nearby Wimbledon or New Malden gardens, we’ll help you achieve a premium finish that suits your property.
Our process starts with a site survey, level checks and a clear design proposal covering structure, access and drainage. We manage groundworks, retaining walls, steps, irrigation, lighting and finishing details to keep the build efficient and tidy. You’ll get a written scope, realistic programme, and consistent communication from start to handover. Local homeowners choose us for careful workmanship and a result that performs well in all weather.
Across the London Borough of Merton, gardens can sit on mixed ground with pockets of clay, so we prioritise drainage, sub-bases and wall footings. Access can be tight on some streets, so we plan deliveries, spoil removal and parking to minimise disruption. We also consider overlooking windows common on 1930s semis and terraces, using planting tiers and screens where needed. If council guidance applies to walls, levels or water run-off, we’ll flag it early and keep the project compliant.
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Costs vary with the number of levels, retaining wall type, access and finishes. As a guide, a small two-tier scheme with steps and basic planting often starts around £8,000–£15,000. Mid-size builds with engineered retaining walls, lighting and improved drainage are commonly £15,000–£35,000. Larger gardens with multiple terraces, seating areas, water features and irrigation can be £35,000–£70,000+. A site visit lets us price accurately.
Most terrace garden builds take 2–6 weeks once the design is agreed. A compact two-level garden with straightforward access may be completed in around 10–15 working days, while multi-tier projects with retaining walls, drainage runs, lighting and irrigation can take longer. Timescales depend on ground conditions, the amount of excavation, curing times for concrete, and material lead times. We provide a clear programme before work starts.
Many garden landscaping works are permitted development, but terracing can trigger checks where there are significant level changes, high retaining walls, drainage alterations or impacts near boundaries. If your property is affected by conservation constraints or you’re close to neighbouring structures, extra rules may apply. We’ll advise on what’s likely required, help you understand Merton guidance, and recommend when to confirm with the council before construction.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for structural elements such as retaining walls, steps, paving and built seating, subject to normal use and correct maintenance. We also use reputable, manufacturer-backed products for items like lighting, pumps and irrigation components, which carry their own warranties. At handover, we explain aftercare and drainage maintenance so the garden continues to perform as designed.
Terrace gardens can be built in a range of styles, from contemporary to traditional. Popular options include brick or rendered retaining walls to match the house, natural stone or porcelain paving, timber or composite seating, and multi-level planting with evergreen structure. Water features can be subtle rills or compact fountains, and lighting can be low-glare step and uplighting. We guide you through samples, durability, and maintenance to choose the right combination.
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