GARDEN DESIGNERS TUNBRIDGE WELLS – BESPOKE, AWARD-WINNING DESIGN
At Langdale Landscapes, we create gardens in Tunbridge Wells that are not only beautiful, but liveable, enduring, and tailored to your lifestyle. Established in 1997, we have spent more than 25 years designing, building, planting and maintaining gardens across Kent, Surrey and Sussex for clients who expect the best garden designers.
Our in-house team delivers every stage of your project - from initial ideas through to planting plans and long-term care of your outdoor space. With multiple Chelsea Flower Show and Association of Professional Landscapers awards, you can trust that your garden will be designed and built to the very highest standard.
Here’s a quick summary of what you’ll find on this page:
The value of choosing a professional garden designer
The full range of garden design, build and maintenance services we offer
Examples of gardens we’ve created in Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding area
Insights into our award-winning team and how we work
A step-by-step explanation of the design process
Answers to common questions about cost, timescales, and what’s involved
How we compare to other Tunbridge Wells garden designers
How to start your own garden transformation with Langdale Landscapes
Why choose a professional garden designer?
Many homeowners start with good intentions to improve their garden, only to discover that transforming an outdoor space is far more complex than planting a few borders. A professional garden designer ensures that your investment is well planned, well built, and enjoyable for decades.
The difference a garden designer makes
A garden is more than just an arrangement of plants. It is an extension of your home - a place to relax, entertain, and enjoy throughout the seasons. Professional garden design makes certain that every element works together: the flow of paths, the balance of planting, the privacy of seating areas, and the relationship between house and garden.
Without this expertise, common problems such as poor drainage, awkward layouts or unsuitable planting can quickly undermine a garden.
Creating a garden that works for your lifestyle
Every family uses their garden differently. Some want a tranquil retreat, others need robust space for children and pets, while many seek a stylish setting for outdoor entertaining. A bespoke design tailors the garden to you - ensuring it not only looks beautiful, but enhances daily life.
Our garden design services in Tunbridge Wells
We are more than designers - we are a complete garden design, build and care company. This integrated approach ensures seamless quality at every stage.
Bespoke garden design tailored to your home
Every design begins with a detailed site survey and a clear understanding of your requirements. We develop masterplans and, if required, 3D renders to help you visualise the final garden. Designs are practical, buildable and costed with precision - so there are no surprises.
Award-winning landscape construction
Unlike many designers, we don’t hand over the plans for someone else to build. Our full-time, highly skilled in-house teams construct every feature - from terraces and pergolas to water features and lighting. Having won multiple Gold Awards from the Association of Professional Landscapers, we are recognised for our craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Planting schemes for year-round interest
Planting is the finishing touch that brings a garden to life. Our planting experts design structured schemes using specimen trees, shrubs and perennials to give shape, colour and texture throughout the year. Seasonal planting ensures your garden always looks its best.
Ongoing care and garden maintenance
A garden is a living space, constantly changing. Our dedicated maintenance teams provide everything from pruning and lawn care to irrigation management and seasonal upkeep, ensuring your garden continues to thrive.
See examples of our Tunbridge Wells gardens
We have created a wide range of gardens in and around Tunbridge Wells - from compact town courtyards to expansive country landscapes.
Contemporary Tunbridge Wells town garden - with built-in timber seating around a fire pit, an outdoor kitchen, and lush planting for stylish, practical entertaining.
Multi-level garden in Tunbridge Wells - featuring a bespoke pool house, family pool, outdoor kitchen and sweeping steps that connect stylish entertaining and relaxation spaces.
A traditional country garden in Tunbridge Wells - featuring oak pergolas, clay pavers, lush borders and serene seating areas for year-round charm and calm.
Contemporary Tunbridge Wells courtyard garden - transformed into a secluded haven with a pergola, water walls, built-in seating and lush evergreen planting for privacy and tranquillity.
Charming Tunbridge Wells vegetable garden - centred around a Victorian-style Alitex greenhouse with oak-framed raised beds for growing flowers, fruit and vegetables.
Meet the team behind the design
Dedicated, in-house garden designers and landscapers
Our staff are not subcontractors. Every garden is designed, built and maintained by our own full-time employees. This gives continuity, pride in workmanship, and a personal connection with clients.
Led by Nik Edser since 1997
Nik founded Langdale Landscapes in 1997 and remains the first point of contact for all new clients.
With decades of experience and a string of national awards, Nik ensures every project meets the highest standards.
How the garden design process works
Designing a garden is exciting, but it should also feel straightforward. Our clear process gives you confidence at every stage.
Consultation and ideas
We begin with an in-person consultation and site survey. This is where we listen to your aspirations and explore possibilities for your garden.
Design development with 3D options
Following the brief, we produce a masterplan - often supported by 3D visualisations - to help you picture the transformation. You can make adjustments before the design is finalised.
Build, planting and ongoing care
Our construction team brings the design to life, with site foremen and project managers ensuring every detail is perfect. Once built, we install planting schemes and, if you wish, continue to maintain the garden through our dedicated aftercare service.
Garden design in Tunbridge Wells – FAQs
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Costs vary depending on the size and complexity of the garden. As a guide, our design fees typically start at around £3,000 for smaller gardens, with larger, more detailed projects ranging upwards of £10,000. The construction budget is agreed in detail once designs are finalised.
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The design stage usually takes 4-8 weeks, depending on revisions and whether 3D renders are required. The build phase can take several weeks to several months depending on garden size and complexity.
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Yes. Many of our projects in Tunbridge Wells involve reimagining established gardens. We can work with existing features, refresh planting schemes, or completely transform the space.
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Absolutely. We work across the town itself as well as surrounding areas such as Groombridge, Speldhurst, Southborough and Langton Green.
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Yes. We regularly incorporate swimming pools, outdoor kitchens, fire pits and lighting schemes into our garden designs, working alongside trusted specialists where required.
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For projects that require planning approval - such as listed buildings or major structural changes - we can prepare and manage the application process on your behalf.
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We typically work on medium to large gardens, but our portfolio includes everything from compact courtyards to multi-acre estates. The common factor is that clients are seeking the best high quality, bespoke garden design.
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Yes, we offer standalone planting schemes, particularly for clients with established hard landscaping who want to refresh their planting for greater seasonal impact.
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Yes. Our aftercare teams provide tailored maintenance plans, ensuring your investment continues to thrive year after year.
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Working with a Tunbridge Wells-based team means we understand the local climate, soil conditions and character of the area. We’re also nearby for consultations, build management and long-term aftercare.
Considering other garden designers in Tunbridge Wells?
Tunbridge Wells is home to several respected garden designers, including:
Karen McClure Garden Design
Gardenproud
Chris Wild Garden Design
Marlene Lento Design Studio
Each offers their own style and approach, and many homeowners will consider several designers before making a decision.
At Langdale Landscapes, our difference lies in being a complete design, build and aftercare company. Our designs are award-winning, our construction is carried out entirely by our own teams, and our gardens are nurtured long after completion.
Why Langdale Landscapes is different
Award-winning pedigree at Chelsea and through the Association of Professional Landscapers
Full-time, highly trained staff - never subcontracted
Bespoke, buildable designs rooted in practical expertise
Long-term care that ensures your garden flourishes
Trusted by clients across Tunbridge Wells and beyond
Over the past 25 years, we have completed projects in Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Oxted, Westerham and across Kent, Surrey and Sussex. Much of our work comes through recommendations from delighted clients.
Start your outdoor space transformation today
If you are looking for garden designers in Tunbridge Wells who combine creativity with top craftsmanship, Langdale Landscapes is here to help.
Contact us to arrange your consultation and take the first step towards a garden that enhances your home and lifestyle for years to come.
