Business Details
Professional Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance Services
Sustain Landscapes is a BALI Principal Contractor with Constructionline Gold and Acclaim Accreditation, delivering high-quality landscape construction and maintenance services. With decades of combined experience, our team specialises in creating and sustaining outdoor environments for educational institutions, sports facilities, and public spaces. Our services include landscape construction, grounds maintenance, synthetic and natural turf management, and artificial turf installation. We prioritise client satisfaction through tailored solutions, adherence to safety standards, and environmental responsibility.Our workforce undergoes rigorous training and DBS checks, ensuring reliability and professionalism. Clients benefit from our expertise in large-scale projects, such as university developments and award-winning parks, while maintaining a commitment to quality and innovation. We hold external verification through industry bodies and have served prestigious clients including Durham University and Newcastle United Football Club.
Services
Landscape Construction
Grounds Maintenance
Synthetic Turf Maintenance
Natural Turf Pitches
Artificial Turf Installation
Sports Pitch Repairs
Play Area Development
Heritage Site Landscaping
Commercial Grounds Care
Event Space Design
Highlights and features
- We are BALI Principal Contractors with Constructionline Gold accreditation.
- Our team has over 30 years of combined experience in commercial landscaping.
- We provide DBS-checked, safety-trained staff for client assurance.
- We offer tailored maintenance programmes for synthetic and natural turf.
- We have completed high-profile projects for Durham University and SAFC.
Associations and certifications
- BALI
- Constructionline Gold
- Acclaim Accreditation
What people say
Level of service and professionalism
Fantastic job of the track
Quality of pitches increasing dramatically
Proactive approach
Remarkable improvement in grass pitches
Services
Landscape Construction
We deliver comprehensive landscape construction projects including soft landscaping, sports facilities, and infrastructure elements. Our BALI-accredited team manages projects from 5k to 2.3m, incorporating sustainable practices and tailored client requirements. Services cover tree planting, paving, water features, and multi-use games areas for educational and public sector clients.
Grounds Maintenance
Our grounds maintenance service provides tailored programmes for schools, councils, and commercial properties. We offer grass cutting, seasonal planting, sports pitch upkeep, and winter services. All staff undergo DBS checks and safety training, with vehicle branding and uniformed teams ensuring client visibility and security across County Durham and Northumberland.
Synthetic Turf Maintenance
As SAPCA Ancillary Contractors, we provide FA-standard maintenance for synthetic sports surfaces. Our services include pitch assessments, infill management, seam repairs, and compliance documentation. Clients benefit from specialist equipment and expertise maintaining facilities for Newcastle United FC and Sunderland AFC training grounds across the North East.
Natural Turf Pitches
We offer comprehensive natural turf management for sports facilities, including soil analysis, aeration, and disease control. Our Institute of Groundsmanship-affiliated team creates tailored maintenance programmes to enhance playing quality. Services cover school fields, college campuses, and public sports areas with seasonal adjustments for optimal performance.
Artificial Turf Installation
We install low-maintenance artificial turf solutions for commercial and residential spaces. Our systems include proper sub-base preparation and seam sealing for 10-20 year longevity. We provide ongoing maintenance to preserve warranties, serving clients with shaded, high-traffic, or difficult terrain areas across Tyne and Wear.
People
Joe
Senior Contract Manager
Diploma in Horticulture holder with 30+ years' experience in landscaping. Manages contracts up to 5M value, specialising in hard/soft landscape construction and maintenance. Former regional manager for national landscaping firms.
Gemma
Quality and Safety Manager
Environmental Studies graduate with 15+ years in civil engineering and landscaping. Manages quality systems and 1M+ maintenance contracts. Holds HND in Horticulture and oversees pre-tender bid processes.
Kenny
Contracts Supervisor
Former owner of independent landscaping business. Progressed from Landscape Foreperson to Contracts Supervisor since 2012. Holds plant operator qualifications and horticulture certifications, managing commercial maintenance projects.
Michelle
Trainee Estimator
Started as Contracts Administrator, now training in Construction & Civil Engineering. Supports tender enquiries and leverages design technology skills for project costing and documentation.
Louise
Quality Officer
Accounts Administrator turned HR & Training specialist. Now oversees company quality systems, managing procedures for sustainability, safety, and environmental compliance across all projects.
Questions
What areas do you cover for landscaping services?
We operate across County Durham, Northumberland, South Tyneside, and surrounding regions for commercial and public sector projects.
Are your staff DBS checked for school contracts?
All grounds maintenance staff undergo DBS checks with documentation provided to educational clients for safeguarding compliance.
Do you handle both synthetic and natural turf?
Yes, we're accredited for synthetic turf maintenance (SAPCA) and natural turf management (Institute of Groundsmanship) across sports facilities.
Can you manage large-scale public projects?
We've completed £2.3m park developments and £700k+ school landscape projects with Constructionline Gold accreditation for public sector work.
How do you ensure quality standards?
We hold BALI Principal Contractor status, Constructionline Gold, and Acclaim Accreditation with regular client meetings for continuous improvement.
What maintenance programmes do you offer?
Tailored programmes for synthetic turf (infill management, seam checks) and natural turf (aeration, fertilising) with seasonal adjustments for optimal performance.
