Transform compact SW1 gardens with Timber Sleepers in Pimlico, fitted with crisp lines and long-lasting fixings. From raised beds to smart steps and seating, we build features that suit Pimlico’s elegant outdoor spaces.
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Pimlico gardens often need structure without losing their refined feel, especially around St George's Square and near Tate Britain. Timber sleepers are ideal for creating level changes, tidy borders and practical planting zones in tight footprints. We design and install raised beds, edging and steps that look considered rather than bulky. Every build is set out carefully so it sits naturally with existing paving and planting.
We regularly work across SW1, including Westminster, Victoria and the Pimlico tube station area, where outdoor space is frequently shared, overlooked or compact. Regency townhouses, mansion blocks and period conversions benefit from sleeper features that add definition without heavy brickwork. Where access is narrow, we plan deliveries and cutting on-site to minimise disruption. Our team advises on proportions, finishes and drainage so the result suits the property’s character.
We start with a site visit to measure levels, check soil conditions and agree a clean layout. Sleepers are installed on a stable base with proper fixings, membranes and drainage where needed, especially for retaining walls. You’ll receive a clear written scope, tidy workmanship and respectful scheduling for neighbours and communal areas. Local homeowners choose us for consistent standards, reliable communication and a 10-year workmanship warranty.
Projects in the City of Westminster often involve restricted access, controlled parking and shared pathways, so we plan deliveries and waste removal carefully. Pimlico’s clay-heavy soils and river-adjacent moisture can affect stability, so we prioritise drainage and robust foundations. We also match sleeper heights and lines to period façades and formal garden square proportions. If approvals are needed for communal gardens, we help with the information your managing agent may request.
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Costs vary by sleeper type, height, access and whether you need excavation or drainage. As a guide, simple sleeper edging may start around £60–£120 per linear metre supplied and installed. Raised beds are often £450–£1,500+, depending on size and corners. Retaining walls and steps typically range from £900–£3,500+ due to groundwork and structural fixings. We provide a detailed, itemised estimate after a site visit.
Small edging or a compact raised bed can often be completed in 1 day. Most raised bed sets, steps or short retaining walls take 2–4 days, allowing for excavation, base preparation and tidy finishing. Larger builds or multiple features may take 1–2 weeks. Timescales depend on access (common in SW1), waste removal, curing time for any concrete footings, and whether we’re integrating lighting, irrigation or new paving.
Most garden sleeper features such as raised beds, edging and low steps are usually permitted development. However, planning or consent can apply if you’re in a conservation area, altering significant boundary structures, or building higher retaining walls that affect neighbouring land. In the City of Westminster, leasehold and mansion block gardens may also require freeholder or managing agent approval. We’ll flag likely requirements and help you check before work starts.
We provide a 10-year workmanship warranty on our sleeper installations, covering issues caused by installation defects such as movement from inadequate fixing or poor base preparation. Materials are covered by the manufacturer or supplier terms, which vary between new treated softwood, reclaimed sleepers and oak. We also advise on care, drainage and planting to maximise lifespan. If a problem arises, we respond promptly and put it right.
We can install new treated sleepers for clean, consistent lines, or reclaimed sleepers for a weathered, character finish. Oak sleepers are a popular premium option for strength and natural durability. Design choices include single or double-height raised beds, stepped terraces, retaining walls with capping, crisp edging, and integrated sleeper seating. We’ll recommend sizes, fixings and finishes that suit your garden scale, sunlight and the look of your property.
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