Landscapers&GroundworksinFordingbridge
Groundworks-led landscaping for a market town on the Hampshire Avon, on the edge of the New Forest, where garden ground rarely behaves the same on two plots in a row.
- Fixed-price quotes, agreed before work starts
- Sub-bases, falls and drainage done in-house
- 2-year workmanship warranty
- 2 yearsWarranty on work
- Owner-ledOne team throughout
- In-houseBy our own team
- CSCS · SSSTS · NVQ 2Qualified team
Groundwork For A Riverside Market Town
Fordingbridge sits on the Hampshire Avon, on the edge of the New Forest, and ground this close to a river rarely behaves the same from one plot to the next. Water can sit higher in one corner of a garden and drain freely in another, which is exactly what a trial pit and a percolation test are for rather than a guess. We are based in Bournemouth and are over here regularly, working on driveways, patios and full garden rebuilds across the town's mix of older cottages near the centre and newer homes on its outskirts.
Four Groundworks & Landscaping
7 MacLean Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH11 8EJ
The Full Range, In Fordingbridge
Everything below is done in-house, groundwork and finish, wherever in Fordingbridge you are.
Driveways
Block Paving DrivewaysLaid on a compacted sub-base built for the higher water table a riverside town can hold, so the finish stays put.
Tarmac & Asphalt DrivewaysA common choice on the older frontages near the town centre, laid with falls that clear water rather than trap it.
Concrete DrivewaysSuits the larger plots and outbuildings that come with Fordingbridge's more open, semi-rural edges.
Gravel Driveways
Driveway Repairs & Resurfacing
Garden Landscaping
Full Garden TransformationsFull rebuilds across the town's mix of period cottages and later family homes, with the groundwork done first so the finish holds.
Turfing & New Lawns
Artificial Grass Installers
Fencing & GatesStock-proof boundaries for gardens that back onto forest or common land grazed by New Forest ponies, not just a garden fence.
Decking Installers
Retaining & Sleeper Walls
15+
Years in groundworks and landscaping
14 towns
Covered across Dorset & Hampshire
35 miles
Working radius from Bournemouth, with Fordingbridge well inside it
Fixed price
Itemised and agreed before work starts
How A Fordingbridge Job Runs
The same process on every job, start to finish.
Consultation & Site Visit
We visit the property, talk through what you want, and check access for plant and materials on the town's older streets, plus where the water on the plot actually goes.
Fixed-Price Quote
An itemised, fixed price before anything starts, covering the groundwork as well as the finish, so nothing gets added once we are on site.
Build & Finish
Dig-out, sub-base, falls and drainage first, then the surface goes down, in the order that keeps a Fordingbridge garden or drive level once the ground has had its first proper wet spell.
Walk-Round & Aftercare
A walk-round when the work is finished, then a check-in once it has settled, because ground this close to a river is worth watching through its first winter.
What Customers Say About Us
Reviews from customers across Bournemouth, Poole and the wider Dorset and Hampshire area we cover, not only from Fordingbridge itself.
Grace Sibley
Jacc and his team did a full patio renovation for us inclusive of sorting out some significant drainage problems. Jacc and his team have been professional through out and provided a high quality service even through some significantly challenging weather. I cannot fault them at all. Jacc and Jordan went above and beyond for us and despite it being 37 degrees carried on grafting to get us a usable patio before our sons 1st birthday. The work was efficient, they kept the place tidy with waste removal being organised within 48 hours of it being produced I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Four Ground for your upcoming landscape/ground works project.
Asa Parker
I'm very happy with the work Jacc and this team have done. They removed the old driveway and previous concrete pads, before levelling and laying a new larger reinforced concrete slab and block paving driveway. Jacc was very helpful throughout.
Chris Lynch
We used Jacc and his team to lay the foundations and over site for a single story extension. After getting plenty of quotes he was very competitive and his enthusiasm and communication was exceptional. Our plan is to have Jacc back to complete our patio area and ground drainage - he's trustworthy, reliable and has a fantastic attitude - something that we've realised is really hard to come by in the building trade. Thanks so much Jacc and team!
A.G Reeks
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Friendly & Honest Excellent service from start to finish. The drainage work was explained clearly, priced fairly, and completed efficiently. The lads were polite, hardworking, and respectful of the property. It's refreshing to deal with a company you can trust. Would definitely use again.
Rachel
We are so pleased with all the work we have had done - our back garden was a total mess, but the guys completely transformed it with a brilliant new concrete area and some lovely planters. They even sorted out and tidied our front drive with a temporary fix, which has given the whole house a massive face-lift. The whole team were so friendly and down-to-earth. Big shout-out to Jacc as well, who was always around for a chat whenever we had any questions. Honestly couldn't recommend them enough if you need a landscaping company for gardens or driveways.
jeff sullivan
After being let down at the last minute by another landscaper, Jacc was recommended to me. I messaged and received a prompt reply. Jacc visited to give a quote and start date. He arrived when expected to start on a new patio, whilst he was working, I asked for a quote for new concrete fence posts and panels, again I was happy with the quote and it could be done at the same time, result... Its now all completed, I'm impressed with the new patio and fence, jacc was professional and takes pride in his work, his easy to get on with and very approachable. Highly recommended, and thanks again Jacc 👍
The Worries We Hear Most
Answered honestly, before you ask.
Will it look great for one winter then go uneven?
Everything is dug out to depth and built on a properly compacted sub-base. That layer is the whole reason a drive or patio stays level, not the surface on top of it.
Will the garden flood or the patio puddle?
Falls are set deliberately and drainage is designed in from the start, sized from an actual test rather than guessed.
Will you turn up when you say you will?
The same team quotes the job, does the work and comes back if anything needs it. No disappearing mid-project.
Fordingbridge Questions, Answered
What people usually ask before booking us in.
Do you cover Fordingbridge?
Yes. We are based in Bournemouth and are over here regularly for driveways, patios and full garden rebuilds.
Does being close to the Avon affect drainage or a soakaway?
It can. Ground water levels vary more in a river-valley town than further inland, which is why we test with a trial pit and size the soakaway to the result rather than to a standard figure.
Can you work on driveways and gardens near the town centre, where access is tighter?
Yes. We plan plant and material access at the site visit, and sheet and sweep down through any messy stage of the job.
Do you fit fencing that keeps New Forest ponies out?
Yes. Gardens backing onto forest or common land need a stock-proof boundary rather than a standard garden fence, and we build to that.
How much does a driveway or patio cost in Fordingbridge?
It depends on size, access and the state of what is already there, so every job is priced after a visit. Get in touch for a fixed, itemised quote.
Are you on Checkatrade and Google?
Yes. We are an approved Checkatrade member and hold Google Guaranteed status. Behind that are over 15 years in groundworks and landscaping and the trade cards to go with it: CSCS, Street Works, SSSTS and NVQ Level 2.
Nearby Areas We Also Cover
Fordingbridge sits alongside these towns on our regular Dorset and Hampshire route.
Ringwood
A close neighbour on the same stretch of the Hampshire Avon.
Ringwood coverageVerwood
Over the county line in Dorset, on our regular route out this way.
Verwood coverageWest Moors
Another Dorset market town on the same regular route.
West Moors coverageWimborne Minster
Further into Dorset, still covered on our regular runs out this way.
Wimborne Minster coverageGet a free quote
Tell us what you need and we'll come back with a price. No pressure, no hard sell.
Prefer to talk? Call Four Groundworks & Landscaping on 07886 075828