Block Paving Driveways
Herringbone, stretcher bond and tumbled Tegula block paving across Worcestershire & Shropshire. Laid on a deep compacted sub-base, edged, jointed and built to take years of daily traffic.
- 20+ years experienceLocal driveway & patio specialists
- 5-year guaranteeOn all workmanship, in writing
- No depositPay when the job is finished
- Fully insuredFree surveys & written quotes
Block paving done properly
Block paving has been a favourite for decades because it looks smart, takes a beating and can be repaired a block at a time if anything ever needs lifting. The catch is that it’s unforgiving of poor preparation, blocks laid on a thin or badly compacted base soon start to dip and rock.
We excavate to a depth that suits your ground, lay and compact a Type 1 sub-base in layers, screed a sharp-sand bed, then lay the blocks with concrete-haunched edge restraints so nothing creeps. Joints are filled with kiln-dried sand and vibrated in. Where the driveway falls toward the house or road, we fit linear drainage channels and connect them to a soakaway.
Patterns, colours and borders
Herringbone is the strongest pattern for driveways because the blocks lock together under turning wheels. Stretcher bond and basketweave suit paths and patios. Tumbled blocks like Tegula give an aged, cobbled look that sits beautifully with period and Cotswold stone homes. A contrasting charcoal soldier course around the edge sharpens the whole thing up.
- Concrete and clay blocks in brindle, charcoal, buff, red and silver
- Permeable block paving available for SuDS compliance
- Contrasting borders, banding, parking bays and feature circles
- Matching paths, steps and patios
Recent Block Paving Projects
Every photo is one of our own jobs, laid by our own teams.
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Driveway & Patio Size Calculator
Enter your measurements to see the area, then send them to us for a fixed quote.
What are you planning?
Pick the closest shape
Measurements
No tape measure? Pace it out, one normal stride is roughly 0.75 m.
Surface
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- Priced at your free survey
A guide only, groundwork, access, edging and drainage all affect the final figure. Your survey and written quote are free.
Send these measurements for a fixed quoteCompare Surfaces
An honest comparison of the surfaces we lay. We bring samples to every survey.
Resin bound
Smooth, seamless and permeable, the modern favourite.
- Looks
- Low upkeep
- Value
- Lifespan
- Typical lifespan
- 15–25 years
- Drainage
- Permeable (SuDS)
Block paving
Classic, characterful and easy to repair one block at a time.
- Looks
- Low upkeep
- Value
- Lifespan
- Typical lifespan
- 20–30 years
- Drainage
- Permeable options
Tarmac
Hard-wearing and great value, especially with a block border.
- Looks
- Low upkeep
- Value
- Lifespan
- Typical lifespan
- 15–20 years
- Drainage
- Needs drainage
Gravel
Quick, affordable and crunchy underfoot, great for long rural drives.
- Looks
- Low upkeep
- Value
- Lifespan
- Typical lifespan
- 10+ years with top-ups
- Drainage
- Fully permeable
From free survey to finished driveway
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Free survey
We visit, measure up and talk through surfaces, colours and edging.
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Fixed written quote
One clear, itemised price with no deposit.
- 3
Groundwork
Proper dig-out, compacted sub-base and drainage so it lasts.
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Completed
We finish, tidy up and walk the job with you before you pay.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to the questions we get asked most. Can’t see yours? Call us free on 0800 051 9335 or send us a message.
What’s the best block paving pattern for a driveway?
Herringbone (45° or 90°). The interlock spreads load in every direction, so blocks don’t shift when cars turn on them.
Do block paving driveways get weeds?
Weeds grow from seeds landing in the joints, not from underneath. Fully jointed and occasionally re-sanded, block paving stays largely weed-free; a sealer cuts it down even further.
How long does block paving last?
20–30 years or more on a proper base. If a block is ever damaged or stained, it can be lifted and replaced without patching the whole drive.
Does block paving need planning permission?
Not if it’s permeable block paving, or if rainwater drains to a lawn, border or soakaway on your property. We’ll make sure it complies.
Ready for a new driveway or patio?
We will measure up, talk you through the options and give you a fixed written price. No pressure and no deposit.