Fencing and Gates in Drakes Broughton for Village Gardens
Newer estates can come with light boundary fencing that starts to lean after a few winters, and some gardens have little privacy from the neighbours. Established properties in Drakes Broughton have the opposite issue: long runs of old fencing that have simply reached the end of their life.
We supply and fit timber and composite fences, gates and repairs in Drakes Broughton, Pershore, Kempsey, Crowle and Worcester.
Replacing builder's fencing
Light panels with shallow posts are common on newer builds. A replacement with sturdier panels and properly set posts will stand up to wind better and keep the garden private. Taller trellis topping is an option where the height limit allows.
A new fence is also the moment to think about gravel boards, which keep the bottom edge off wet soil and slow rot. Capping the posts and treating cut ends also helps timber last.
- Timber panels in close-board or overlap styles
- Composite fencing for lower upkeep
- Gravel boards to protect panel bases
- Side and rear gates, hung on firm posts
Long runs, rules and repairs
Longer boundaries on larger plots need strong end and corner posts, as these take the load for the whole run. Where a run steps down a slope, the panels are stepped or racked to follow the ground neatly. If part of the fence is still sound, repairing it section by section can be sensible, and it spreads the work.
Under permitted development, a fence can generally reach two metres at the back and sides but only one metre beside a highway or footpath. Some estates have covenants, so check with your local council and your deeds, and talk to your neighbours. We offer a free site visit to measure up and to look at gate positions, access for deliveries and how the new line meets the existing boundaries.
Fencing ideas
Illustrative examples of the styles and materials we install. See the full gallery.
Helpful guides
Privacy Fencing Ideas for Gardens and Neighbours
Ways to screen a garden from neighbours and passers-by, and how to balance privacy, wind, light and good relations next door.
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Fence Posts: Concrete, Timber or Metal and How They Are Fixed
How fence post material and fixing method affect strength and lifespan, with advice on depth, drainage, slopes and gateposts.
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Fencing in Drakes Broughton: common questions
Why is my new-build fence leaning?
Posts set shallow in loose ground often move once the soil settles, and light panels catch the wind. Replacing the weakest posts, or the whole run, is the dependable fix. Setting new posts in concrete gives the panels a solid anchor, and it is worth doing every post rather than only the worst ones.
Can I add height to an existing fence?
Trellis or extra panels can add privacy, but the overall height must stay within the permitted limits, which are normally two metres at the back and sides. Check with your local council if you are unsure.
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