Create a garden that works with your slope, not against it. Our Terrace Gardens in West Wickham combine smart engineering with beautiful planting to add space, privacy and value. From retaining walls to lighting and irrigation, everything is designed to last.
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West Wickham’s pleasant residential streets often come with level changes, raised patios or awkward gradients that limit how you use the garden. We design terrace solutions that make outdoor space practical and attractive, whether you’re near West Wickham High Street or closer to Sparrows Den. By introducing structured levels, you gain safer access, better drainage and defined areas for planting and relaxing. The result is a garden that feels larger and far easier to maintain.
We regularly work across BR4, including Coney Hall and nearby Shirley, where 1930s semis and detached houses often have long rear gardens and varied ground levels. Modern developments can also need careful terracing to manage run-off and create privacy between plots. Our designs suit the architecture of the home, balancing clean lines with softer planting. If you want a contemporary layout or a more traditional feel, we tailor the materials and detailing accordingly.
We start with a site survey to understand levels, soil conditions, access routes and how you want to use each zone. You’ll receive a clear design, itemised scope and staged plan covering retaining walls, steps, drainage solutions, lighting and irrigation. Our builds are tidy, well-managed and scheduled to minimise disruption, with regular updates throughout. Homeowners choose us for dependable workmanship, transparent communication and a finish that stands up to British weather.
In the terrace gardens West Wickham area, we often find clay-heavy soils and run-off issues after heavy rain, so drainage design is never an afterthought. Access and parking can be tight on residential roads, so we plan deliveries and spoil removal carefully. We also match materials to local property styles, from 1930s brickwork to newer finishes. Where needed, we’ll advise on boundary considerations and practical build sequencing to keep neighbours on side.
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Costs vary with height changes, wall type, access and finishes. As a guide, smaller terracing with one retaining wall and steps often starts around £6,000–£12,000. Mid-size multi-level schemes with drainage, lighting and planting commonly fall between £15,000–£35,000. Larger gardens needing multiple engineered walls, irrigation and features can be £40,000+. We provide an itemised estimate after a site visit in BR4.
Most projects take 2–6 weeks on site, depending on the number of levels and the amount of groundwork. A single wall with steps and planting can be completed in around 10–15 working days, while multi-tier builds with drainage, lighting and water features may take 4–8 weeks. Timescales are affected by access, weather, curing times for concrete, and lead times for bespoke materials.
Many garden improvements are permitted development, but terracing can trigger rules if you significantly alter ground levels, build high retaining walls, or affect boundaries and drainage. If your property is in a sensitive location or has restrictions, additional checks may apply. We review the design against current guidance and can advise when it’s sensible to speak with the London Borough of Bromley or submit an application.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our terrace garden build workmanship, covering structural elements such as retaining walls, steps, paving installation and associated groundworks when installed to our specification. It also includes issues arising from poor installation, such as movement due to inadequate base preparation. Materials may carry separate manufacturer warranties. We’ll explain what’s covered and how to maintain the garden for best long-term performance.
We offer a wide range of options, including brick or rendered retaining walls, natural stone or porcelain paving, timber or composite seating, and planting schemes from architectural evergreens to softer cottage-style borders. Steps can be stone, brick, or sleeper-style depending on the look and budget. Popular additions include low-glare lighting, drip irrigation and compact water features. We’ll recommend finishes that suit your home and the garden’s levels and drainage needs.
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