Upgrade your garden with Timber Sleepers in Nunhead, installed with crisp lines and long-lasting fixings. From raised beds to retaining walls and steps, we build features that suit SE15 period homes. Choose new, reclaimed or oak sleepers for a finish that feels established from day one.
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Sleepers are a practical way to add structure and usable space to Nunhead gardens, whether you want tidy borders or a full garden re-level. We build raised beds for easy planting, strong retaining walls for sloped plots, and smart steps to connect patios and lawns. Many clients near Nunhead Cemetery and Nunhead Green choose sleepers to create clean edges without losing the garden’s character. Every installation is set out carefully so lines stay straight and levels stay true.
Nunhead’s Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and period cottages often come with narrow side access, mature planting and varied ground levels. We design sleeper features that work with these constraints, keeping pathways clear and borders easy to maintain. If your plot backs towards Telegraph Hill Park or sits on a gentle incline, we can introduce retaining walls and tiered beds to make the space more usable. For a natural look, we’ll match sleeper size and colour to existing brickwork and paving.
We start with a site visit to measure levels, check drainage and discuss how you use the garden day to day. You’ll receive a clear specification covering sleeper type, fixings, foundations and finishes, with tidy workmanship throughout. Our team is based in Norbury and typically reaches Nunhead in around 25 minutes, so aftercare is straightforward. Homeowners choose us for reliable scheduling, clean edges, and a 10-year warranty on workmanship.
In the timber sleepers Nunhead area, we often find mixed ground and roots from established trees, so we adapt foundations and fixings accordingly. Access can be tight around Victorian terraces, so we plan material deliveries, cutting, and waste removal to minimise disruption. We also consider drainage and run-off so sleeper beds don’t hold water against fences or walls. Where needed, we’ll advise on boundary heights and any Southwark considerations before work starts.
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Costs depend on sleeper type, height, and how much groundwork is required. As a guide, simple sleeper edging may start around £40–£80 per linear metre installed. Raised beds typically range from £300–£1,200 depending on size and corners, while retaining walls and steps are usually £900–£3,500+ due to foundations and reinforcement. Reclaimed sleepers can be cheaper to buy but may need more preparation.
Most small projects, such as edging or a single raised bed, take 1 day. Larger builds like multi-tier beds, sleeper steps, or retaining walls commonly take 2–5 days. Timescales vary with access in SE15, spoil removal, cutting on site, and whether we’re levelling ground or adding drainage. We’ll confirm a programme after the survey and keep you updated if weather affects curing or ground conditions.
In many cases, sleeper edging, raised beds and small garden steps are permitted and don’t require planning permission. However, taller retaining walls, changes that affect drainage to neighbours, or works close to boundaries can trigger rules. If your property is near sensitive areas or has restrictions, we’ll flag this early. We always recommend checking deeds and any local constraints, and we can help you understand what Southwark may require.
Yes. We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our sleeper installations, covering issues such as movement caused by incorrect fixing, poor alignment, or inadequate foundations. The warranty applies when the structure is used as intended and not altered by others. Timber is a natural material, so cosmetic changes like weathering and minor checking are normal. We’ll also advise on treatments and drainage to extend lifespan.
We install new treated softwood sleepers, reclaimed sleepers for a more aged look, and oak sleepers for a premium finish and strength. Design options include single-course edging, deep raised beds with capping, curved or stepped layouts, integrated seating, and sleeper steps with anti-slip detailing. We’ll help you choose sizes and colours that suit your paving and brickwork, and we’ll recommend the right fixings for long-term stability.
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