Landscaper requests from Dover & Deal
Dover and Deal have period terraces near the seafront, large new estates at Whitfield and Aylesham, historic gardens in Sandwich and exposed clifftop plots at St Margaret's at Cliffe and River. Windproof fencing, chalk-friendly planting and new-build garden finishes are common. We'll pass your request to landscapers covering CT13, CT14, CT15, CT16 and CT17.
- Dover and Deal are built on chalk, so soils are usually free-draining and alkaline.
- Deal, Walmer and Sandwich have conservation areas and listed buildings, which affect walls, gates and trees.
- Clifftop gardens around St Margaret's at Cliffe are in the Kent Downs National Landscape and very exposed.
Seafront terraces and historic gardens in Deal, Walmer and Sandwich
Many older homes in Deal, Walmer and Sandwich have narrow walled gardens behind terraced houses, often with no side access. Large parts of all three towns are conservation areas, and many houses are listed, so replacing walls, gates or railings and working on trees may need consent or notice to Dover District Council. Salt winds near the beach scorch delicate plants and corrode cheap fixings, so ask about stainless or galvanised hardware. In a small courtyard, natural stone or reclaimed brick paving, raised beds and climbers on walls can suit the character of these historic streets.
New-build gardens in Whitfield and Aylesham
Whitfield and Aylesham have seen a lot of new housing, and many gardens are handed over with a basic lawn on thin topsoil over chalk and builders' fill. Lawns dry out quickly in summer and borders struggle without extra soil. Landscapers often recommend a deeper layer of topsoil, a patio sized for how you'll actually use it, and fencing that copes with open, windy sites. Check your planning history and transfer documents for conditions or covenants on front gardens and fences, and keep new paving below the damp-proof course if your home is still under warranty.
Towns and villages covered
Postcodes: CT13, CT14, CT15, CT16, CT17