High quality paving changes how a garden works. It creates structure, defines how the space is used, and provides a surface that looks good and holds up in all seasons. At Escape Garden Design, paving is part of our wider garden design and landscape gardening work. We build patios and paved areas that last and suit the character of your home.
We’re a family-run team of garden designers and landscape gardeners based in Cheshire, working across Macclesfield, Wilmslow, and nearby areas. Our paving services are design led, carefully built, and finished properly, whether it forms part of a full garden transformation or a standalone patio project.
Design led paving services, not just laying slabs
Good paving starts with design. The layout, size, materials, and levels all affect how a garden feels and how well it works day to day.
Before any paving goes down, we think through how the space will be used, how it connects to the house, how water will drain, and how it sits alongside planting and other features. That’s how a patio feels like part of the garden, not an add-on.
Types of paving we install
We work with a range of materials and help you choose what suits your garden, budget, and how you live.
Porcelain Paving
Porcelain paving is a popular choice for modern gardens. It offers a clean, crisp finish and stands up well to heavy use. It’s low maintenance, consistent in colour, and available with slip-resistant surfaces. It works especially well for contemporary patios in areas like Wilmslow and Macclesfield.
Indian Stone Paving
Indian stone paving remains a classic. It suits both traditional and modern gardens and sits comfortably in the Cheshire landscape. Its natural variation gives depth and character, and when laid correctly it’s strong, durable, and timeless. We use it often in and around Macclesfield, where natural materials suit older properties and open views.
Sandstone and Limestone Paving
Sandstone and limestone offer softer tones and a more relaxed feel. They’re often chosen for traditional layouts, larger patios edged with planting, and gardens that need to feel established and welcoming. We advise carefully on sealing and upkeep so they age well.
Cobbles, Setts and Clay Pavers
There is a huge variety available in smaller size paving and it can transform your garden. Whether you use it to create a whole patio, a garden path or to add a contrasting edge to large format paving, we can recommend a product for you.
We work with several trusted suppliers to ensure we only provide high quality paving services to our customers. For some inspiration for your paving project, have a look at the huge variety of paving that is available from just a few of our suppliers:
Patios, Paths and Steps
Our paving work covers more than patios. We design and build paths, steps, seating areas, and garden terraces. Using paving this way creates gardens that flow naturally and are easy to move through.
Quality Groundwork and Construction
What sits beneath the paving matters as much as what you see. We take groundworks seriously, from excavation and base preparation to drainage and finishing. Accurate levels, clean cuts, and proper jointing are what keep paving stable and looking sharp years down the line.
This is the unglamorous part of the job, but it’s where corners can’t be cut.
Why choose Escape Garden Design for your paving services?
Many clients come to us after struggling to get clear advice or reliable pricing elsewhere. We keep things straightforward.
We’re a local, family-run business. Our paving is design led, not rushed. We use quality materials, skilled craftsmanship, and manage projects properly from start to finish. Pricing is clear, and advice is honest.
While paving often forms part of a full garden design, we also work with clients who want a well planned, high quality patio on its own.
Where we work…
We provide paving services across Cheshire, including Macclesfield, Wilmslow, Prestbury, Alderley Edge, Hale, Altrincham, and nearby towns and villages. Local knowledge helps us design paving that suits both the house and its setting.
How much do paving services cost?
Costs depend on size, materials, and complexity. Most paving work forms part of wider landscaping projects, with overall garden design projects typically starting from around £10-15,000, while stand-alone paving projects could well be cheaper.
We talk about budget early, so you can make decisions with your eyes open. We provide detailed costs about our Garden Design Packages here, and we have created a Landscape Gardening Prices guide to help you set a realistic budget and plan your garden project more effectively. And, of course, if you would like some more specific guidance, please get in touch, and we would be more than happy to help.
Let’s plan your paving project…
If you’re considering new paving and want it done properly, we’d be happy to help. Whether you’re in Macclesfield, Wilmslow, or elsewhere in Cheshire, we design and build paving that looks right, works well, and lasts.
Get in touch now and we will be happy to help.