Pergolas and outdoor structures in the New Forest and Southampton

We think about scale, height and position before building anything. A pergola that is too large can dominate a small garden, while one that is too slight will look lost on a big patio. We look at where the sun falls, the view from the house and how the structure will sit next to existing fences, walls and planting.

Posts are set firmly into the ground or fixed securely to paving, and timber is cut and finished neatly so joints are clean and the structure is solid.

Pergolas and screens often work best when planned alongside a new patio, decking or a full garden makeover. Building them together means footings, paving and structure can be set out in one go, and the materials can be chosen to match.

Garden structures are usually covered by permitted development, but there are height limits close to boundaries and extra rules for listed buildings and conservation areas. We will point out anything that may need checking with your council.

A pergola is often the finishing touch to a new patio or deck. Set over a dining area, it frames the space and creates the feel of an outdoor room, even before plants have grown over it. Over time, climbing plants soften the timber and add colour and scent through the seasons. We can position posts so they sit neatly within the paving pattern or the decking frame, and choose a finish for the timber that suits the rest of the garden. If you would like a cover added later, we can plan for it from the start. We will talk through every option at the free site visit.