Brickwork, Landscaping & Driveways in Great Shelford

Larger plots, higher expectations

Great Shelford sits just south of Cambridge with its own railway station, and has long been one of the most sought-after villages in the area. Alongside the old cottages near the church and the river there are many substantial Victorian, Edwardian and inter-war houses on generous plots, typically in gault or red brick.

Work here tends to be about finish as much as function: a front wall with piers and railings that suits the age of the house, a driveway with a proper border and neat cuts, or a terrace laid in large-format stone or porcelain with tight, even joints.

Trees and conservation

The village has a conservation area and many mature trees, some protected. Excavating for a driveway, wall footing or extension near a protected tree can need consent from South Cambridgeshire District Council, so it is worth raising any large trees when you first get in touch.