Patios and Garden Paths for Drakes Broughton Homes
Walk past the gardens of a new estate and you often see the same thing: a basic lawn, a fence and nowhere good to sit. A patio changes that more than any other single job. Drakes Broughton has plenty of newer homes like this, alongside older properties with bigger gardens where a patio can become a proper outdoor room, with space for dining, lounging and a few planters around the edge.
We lay patios and pathways in porcelain, natural stone and block paving across Drakes Broughton, Pershore, Kempsey, Crowle and Worcester, including the base, levels and drainage.
Making the most of a small modern garden
In a compact garden the patio needs to be well placed rather than huge. Putting it close to the back door makes it usable year round, and choosing large-format porcelain slabs with few joints makes a small space feel bigger and calmer.
A neat edge, a step down to the lawn and a few well-chosen pots then turn a blank rectangle into somewhere designed. Choosing a lighter colour also helps a shaded corner feel brighter.
- Large porcelain slabs for a clean, modern look
- Natural stone for texture and a softer feel
- Block paving for borders and narrow side paths
- Steps, edging and lighting-ready cable routes
Bigger plots and the paths between spaces
Older village properties often have room for a sweeping terrace or a second seating area, and natural stone suits their brickwork and mature planting. A path joining the patio, the shed and the side gate stops grass wearing away and keeps the route dry underfoot, and it can be edged with gravel or planting to soften the line.
Whatever the size, the foundations and falls decide how the patio ages. We explain all of this on a free site visit, so you know what will be dug out and laid, and where any water will run. Older gardens sometimes need an existing patio lifted first, and that is built into the plan.
Patios & Pathways ideas
Illustrative examples of the styles and materials we install. See the full gallery.
Helpful guides
Porcelain or Natural Stone Patio: Which Should You Choose?
How porcelain, Indian sandstone and other natural stone compare for looks, grip, staining, laying and ageing.
Read the guidePatio Ideas for Small Gardens: Layouts That Make Space
How to plan a patio in a small garden so it feels roomy, drains properly and still leaves space for plants.
Read the guideOther work we do in Drakes Broughton
Patios & Pathways in Drakes Broughton: common questions
Will a patio fit on a small new-build lawn?
Usually, yes. A patio of a sensible size leaves enough lawn for the garden to feel balanced, and it is better to build it slightly larger than too small to use. Leaving room for a table with chairs pulled out is a good rule of thumb.
What is the difference between porcelain and natural stone?
Porcelain is uniform, hard and easy to clean, while natural stone varies in colour and texture and can look more traditional. Both are laid on a proper base, and the right one depends on your house and taste. Looking at samples in daylight in your own garden is the best test.
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