Business Details
23 Years
experience
Award-Winning Garden Design & Construction in West Sussex
Established in 2003 by Stephen Etheridge, ESSE Landscapes has grown into an award-winning landscaping company serving Sussex, Surrey, and Kent. Our team of nearly 30 skilled professionals, many with long-standing tenure, combines bespoke garden design with expert construction to create outdoor spaces that harmonise with clients' lifestyles. We collaborate with professionally qualified designers and maintain in-house expertise in structural engineering, horticulture, and traditional craftsmanship. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by multiple APL Awards, including Triple Gold in 2024. We oversee projects from initial design through to completion, ensuring seamless integration of elements like outdoor kitchens, water features, and lighting.Our hands-on approach involves clients throughout the process, with regular updates and transparent communication. We prioritise sustainable practices and use premium materials to deliver gardens that evolve beautifully over time. Our apprenticeship programme ensures continuity of skills while maintaining rigorous quality standards. Clients benefit from free consultations and a client-centric ethos that has earned consistent five-star reviews. Our workshops in Copthorne and Newchapel support efficient project delivery across the South East.
Services
Garden Design
Garden Construction
Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor Kitchens
Water Features
Paving & Masonry
Carpentry
Planting Schemes
Horticultural Services
Pool Landscaping
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in bespoke garden design
- Our team includes NICEIC-approved electricians and master craftsmen
- We've won multiple APL Awards including Triple Gold in 2024
- We offer free initial consultations with no obligation
- Our apprenticeship programme ensures continuity of traditional skills
Associations and certifications
- NICEIC Approved
What people say
Highly recommend
Excellent service
Stunning garden
Professional team
Award-winning results
Services
Garden Design
Our garden design service creates bespoke outdoor spaces tailored to your property and lifestyle. Professionally qualified designers consider sunlight, terrain, and drainage to develop functional, aesthetically pleasing schemes. We collaborate with both in-house and partner designers to ensure creative excellence while maintaining practicality. Clients receive detailed plans that maximise their garden's potential and increase property value.
Garden Construction
Expert construction of terraces, water features, and outdoor structures using premium materials. Our skilled craftsmen specialise in traditional paving, stone masonry, and carpentry. We handle all aspects from groundwork to final planting, ensuring precise execution of design specifications while maintaining safety and durability standards throughout the build process.
Outdoor Kitchens
Custom-designed outdoor kitchen installations that extend living space into gardens. We incorporate weather-resistant materials and efficient layouts with integrated appliances. Our team ensures proper utility connections and compliance with safety regulations while maintaining aesthetic continuity with overall garden design.
Water Features
Design and installation of bespoke water features ranging from contemporary fountains to naturalistic ponds. Our engineers ensure proper water circulation and energy efficiency while integrating planting schemes that enhance visual appeal and ecological balance within the garden environment.
Outdoor Lighting
Strategic lighting design to enhance safety, security, and ambiance. NICEIC-approved electricians install low-voltage systems that highlight architectural features and planting while ensuring energy efficiency. We use discreet fixtures that complement garden aesthetics without compromising functionality.
People
Stephen Etheridge
Founder & Director
With over 20 years' experience, Stephen founded ESSE Landscapes in 2003. He oversees all projects, ensuring quality standards are maintained. His hands-on approach combines industry expertise with client-focused management, driving the company's award-winning success.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate throughout Sussex, Surrey, and Kent, with our headquarters in Copthorne, West Sussex.
Do you handle both design and construction?
Yes, we offer end-to-end services from initial design through to final construction and landscaping.
Are your team members qualified?
Our team includes NICEIC-approved electricians and craftsmen with City & Guilds qualifications in traditional trades.
Can you work with existing garden designs?
We specialise in transforming existing spaces, integrating new designs with established features and planting.
Do you offer maintenance services?
While our focus is on design and construction, we can recommend trusted partners for ongoing garden maintenance.
How do you handle project timelines?
We provide detailed schedules with regular progress updates, and have completed projects within tight deadlines including pre-Christmas installations.
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Reviews (3)
Adam Heslop
Oct 03, 2020
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A new courtyard, electric gate, drive, parking, turfing and fencing expertly delivered and integrated into our existing landscaping by the Esse team, seamlessly coordinated by Steve. Highly recommended.
Chris Archibald
Oct 30, 2018
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Steve, Bobby, Jamie, Pat and the rest of the team were very easy to work with and delivered a very high standard of work. Recommended!
Jenni Offen
Sep 29, 2018
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Highly recommend Esse landscapes on every level. Extremely professional, courteous and pleasant to deal with. You only have to look at their award winning landscaping to see the impeccable standard of work they put their name to. You will not be disappointed!!
