Garden Design Consultancy

Gardens that
breathe and
belong

Bespoke garden design rooted in naturalistic planting, heritage craftsmanship and a deep respect for local ecology. Every space designed to welcome both people and wildlife.

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Symmetrical garden path through lush greenery

"The best garden is one you could not have imagined, yet feel as though it has always been there."

— David Keegan

Designing with nature, not against it

For over two decades, we have been shaping gardens and landscapes that honour the character of their surroundings. Whether a small urban courtyard or several acres of rural land, our approach remains consistent: listen to the site, understand its ecology, then design something that enhances rather than imposes.

We work closely with clients from the first consultation through to final planting, ensuring that every decision — from the choice of ground cover to the position of a dry-stone wall — serves both aesthetic and ecological purpose.

What we offer

From initial consultancy to full landscape installation, we provide a complete and considered service tailored to each site and each client.

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Garden Design

Full design service including planting plans, hard landscaping layout, lighting concept and material specifications.

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Landscaping & Construction

Walls, pathways, terracing, water features and structural planting. We coordinate with trusted local contractors at every stage.

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Wildlife Garden Planning

Habitat creation, native planting schemes, pond design and features that attract birds, insects and beneficial wildlife year-round.

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Consultancy

One-off advisory sessions for those who need expert guidance on planting, soil management or landscape planning decisions.

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Restoration

Sensitive restoration of neglected, overgrown or historically significant gardens, preserving existing structure and character.

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Planting Plans

Detailed seasonal planting schemes for borders, meadows and naturalistic gardens, supplied as standalone documents or full plans.

Ecology & Birding

A garden that sings

European robin perched on a branch in a garden

The presence of birds in a garden is one of the most reliable indicators of ecological health. A well-designed wildlife garden does not sacrifice beauty for function — quite the opposite. The most visually arresting gardens are often those that teem with life.

We integrate birding principles into every project, selecting plants that provide food, shelter and nesting opportunities across all seasons. We advise on the placement of feeders, baths and nest boxes in ways that feel like a natural part of the landscape rather than an afterthought.

Dense shrub planting for nesting cover
Berry-bearing species for winter food sources
Native wildflower meadow areas
Pond and bog garden habitats
Log piles and insect hotels
Hedgerow design and restoration

The craft of stone in the garden

Stone is the material that gives a garden permanence. Whether a weathered limestone path, a hand-built dry-stone wall or a carved sandstone feature, stonework grounds a garden in place and time in a way that no other material can replicate.

We work exclusively with natural, locally sourced stone wherever possible, and we insist on traditional laying and jointing techniques. This is not mere aesthetics — it is about durability, drainage and the long-term health of the planting around it.

For those interested in the deeper craft behind natural stone construction and heritage building techniques — from lime mortars to dressed ashlar — the resource La Pierre Angulaire offers excellent reference material on traditional stonework methods that apply as much to garden features as to historic buildings.

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Stone wall along a country path in the English countryside