Patios and Pathways in Holt Heath: Porcelain and Stone

We lay patios and pathways in porcelain, natural stone and block paving for homes in Holt Heath, Stourport-on-Severn, Ombersley and Hallow. Groundwork and drainage come first, followed by laying and finishing, all handled by our own team.

Paving that sits well with the countryside

Natural stone, with its slight variation in colour, belongs in a rural garden. It weathers gently and suits cottages, farmhouses and converted barns. Porcelain is a good alternative where you want a crisp, easy-clean surface, particularly close to doors where muddy boots are a regular problem. Block paving is useful for practical paths and parking areas.

Drainage is not optional on open ground. The patio is laid to a slight fall away from the house, with the sub-base built so water moves through or off it, and any adjoining lawn is kept just below the paving so the mower can run along the edge.

• Natural stone for a weathered, rural look
• Porcelain for a clean surface by the back door
• Block paving for practical routes and work areas
• Gravel or stepping stones to soften longer paths

Paths, mud and getting about

On a larger plot, getting from the house to a shed, an orchard or a far boundary through wet ground is a daily irritation. A properly built path solves that. Width, edging and a slight fall to shed water make the difference between a path that works all winter and one that turns into a puddle.

Patios in an exposed spot may want a little shelter, perhaps a hedge, a low wall or planting on the windward side. Sitting areas can be placed to catch the evening light and look over the nicest part of the garden rather than being tucked against the house. When we visit, we can peg out the shape and size on the ground, so you can judge how it feels in the space before the first slab is laid.