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Spring 2026 is finally here: the sun is peeking out!

By Erin Simpson
Landscape Architect
3 min read

Spring is finally here – the sun’s peeking out, the evenings are getting brighter, and the garden is waking up.  And suddenly you find yourself standing at the back door thinking, “Maybe it’s time to sort this patio… but where do I even start? 

If you’re dreaming of new patio projects, curious about the cost of making a patio, or imagining fresh outdoor driveway ideas but feeling totally clueless – don’t worry. That’s why we introduced our FREE home consultations. Think of them as your home’s new best friend. 

One of our friendly experts will pop round, walk the space with you, chat through patio space layoutsdriveway patterns, driveway layout design, and answer all those questions you didn’t even know you had.  

A well-designed outdoor space doesn’t just look good; it adds value, boosts kerb appeal, and makes your home feel instantly more “you”. So, if spring has sparked the urge to finally tackle that patio or driveway, now’s the perfect time. Book your free home consultation and let’s make your outdoor transformation feel exciting – not overwhelming. 

Historic Slabs in Slate – a timeless choice!

The paving you choose can completely change how much aftercare you need. Take our Historic courtyard style slabs – they can be jointed with mortar that keeps those pesky weeds at bay. Sounds great, doesn’t it? 

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Historic Slabs Slate

Thinking of a driveway instead? Hydropave Shannon block paving gives you those lovely clean lines and super-easy maintenance.  

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Hydropave Shannon Duo Slate

Perhaps you fancy something a bit more modern? Our Mayfair Slabs in Silver bring that crisp, contemporary look to any patio project. 

Mayfair Slabs Silver

Make it practical… but keep it playful.

Clean, low-maintenance paths and patio areas are brilliant for kids and pets, but the magic happens once you get the right balance between hard and soft landscaping. This could be anything from a small lawn, one or two plants that are easy to look after to a little splash of colour. With these you help your garden look alive through the year. Artificial grass is also a popular choice nowadays for smaller spaces and holiday homes, and it’s tough enough for enthusiastic little feet and paws. 

Did someone mention a fountain? Water features look dreamy at first… but they can be a bit of hassle. But if you want something simple yet striking, a bird bath on a stone plinth adds charm, attracts wildlife, and gives you a lovely focal point with almost no upkeep. 

Dealing with slopes? No problem.

If your garden has dips, banks or awkward slopes… who says you don’t have options? Levelling the space using our Secura Lite retaining wall system is often the most cost-effective solution – no mortar, quick to build, and brilliant for creating usable terraces. You might choose one large level area or a series of stepped terraces connected with a sloping path. Either way, it’s amazing how much extra “garden space” you can unlock. 

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Secura Lite Heather, Tegula Bracken & Pedesta Heather

And here’s where we make it easy… 

Feeling a bit unsure? Let us help. Book a FREE Home Consultation and get personalised, friendly guidance from our experts. We’ll tour your outdoor space together, offer FREE advice on bespoke garden and driveway design, provide clear estimated costs, introduce you to trusted merchants and contractors, measure everything properly, and agree the next steps before we leave. 

Book your free home consultation today and see what a visit from Tobermore could do for your home this spring. Your beautifully transformed outdoor space could be ready just in time for summer. 

Book your FREE Home Consultation

We visit and tour your outdoor space together, offer advice on bespoke garden and driveway design – and provide estimated costs so you can plan confidently.

Erin Simpson

Landscape Architect
Erin is Tobermore’s in-house landscape architect. She is responsible for providing design and planning support for consumers and commercial customers, specialising in hard landscaping design in both urban and domestic environments. She has a Master’s degree in Architecture (MArch) from Queen’s University Belfast and previous experience in the private landscape architecture industry.

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