When it comes to creating the perfect outdoor space, laying the right foundations is everything. A customer approached us at Bluebells Groundworks with a clear vision: to build a practical and attractive patio on a set budget. Their initial plan was for a 32m² sandstone patio area, but we scaled it down to a more cost-effective […]

Imagine this: you’re gearing up to lay the foundations for your extension, and in an ideal world, you’d be working on untouched ground in the middle of a field with no trees nearby. Unfortunately, for most of us, this dream scenario is far from reality. Extensions often take place in established gardens, surrounded by mature trees, […]

How We Reinforced a Collapsing Pond Bank with Gabion Baskets When a client contacted us about her large garden pond, she had one key request: the bank needed to be retained. Signs of erosion were becoming more obvious, and sections were collapsing. Rather than opting for a short-term fix like wooden edging, we wanted to put […]

Save Water, Save Money: Why Rainwater Harvesting is a Smart Choice Now more than ever, homeowners are looking for ways to cut costs and be kinder to the environment. One of the most effective ways to do both is by installing a rainwater harvesting system. It’s a simple, practical solution that can help to reduce […]

Blending Old with New When our newest customer moved to the area, they quickly realised their existing driveway wasn’t quite up to the task. With two electric vehicles to park, they needed an extra three metres of space. Sounds simple enough. Well, not when the existing block paving had been down for around 30 years! Finding a match […]

Preparing Your Ground for Spring: February Tips from Bluebells Groundworks As February rolls in, the days begin to stretch a little longer, and there’s a faint hint of spring in the air. For homeowners, property developers, and businesses, it’s the perfect time to start planning groundwork projects for the coming season. At Bluebells Groundworks, we […]