- Anglian Land Services
Landscaping in Essex & East Anglia
Creating solid foundations for outstanding outdoor spaces requires expertise, precision and the right approach. Our landscaping and groundworks services cover everything from initial site preparation through to final surface installations. We work with commercial clients across Essex, Hertfordshire, Suffolk, Norfolk and Cambridgeshire to transform outdoor areas into functional, attractive landscapes. Whether you need drainage systems installed, ground levels adjusted or hard landscaping features built, our experienced team delivers results that last.
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- Complete groundworks for lasting landscapes
Professional site preparation and drainage installation
Successful landscaping starts beneath the surface. Our groundworks services handle all the essential preparation that creates stable, well-drained outdoor spaces. We excavate and level sites, install comprehensive drainage systems to prevent waterlogging, and prepare ground conditions for turf, planting or hard surfaces. From car parks to sports facilities, retail developments to school grounds, we understand how proper groundwork prevents problems developing months or years later. Our team assesses soil conditions, manages existing services and utilities, and ensures every project has the structural foundation it needs.
- How we deliver landscaping projects across East Anglia
Our three step groundworks process
1
Site survey and planning
We assess your site, discuss requirements, identify any constraints and develop a detailed plan covering all groundwork and landscaping elements.
2
Groundwork and preparation
Our team excavates, levels and installs drainage systems, preparing the site properly before any surface work begins.
3
Landscape installation and finishing
We complete all hard landscaping features, surface installations and final touches, leaving your outdoor space ready for use.
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Hard landscaping and surface installation expertise
Once groundwork is complete, we create the features that define your outdoor space. Our landscaping capabilities include paving installation for pedestrian areas and vehicle access, retaining walls that manage level changes, kerbing to define different zones, and pathway construction connecting key areas. We work with various materials including block paving, resin bound surfaces, tarmac and natural stone. Each installation considers drainage requirements, anticipated usage levels and long-term maintenance needs. Our approach combines practical functionality with visual appeal, delivering landscapes that work hard whilst looking professional.
- Comprehensive groundworks for commercial developments
Specialist capabilities for demanding projects
Commercial landscaping projects often require additional groundworks expertise beyond standard preparation. We handle complex drainage designs including attenuation systems for sustainable urban drainage, service ducting installation for lighting and irrigation, ground stabilisation for areas with poor load-bearing capacity, and coordination with other trades during larger developments. Our team works alongside architects, main contractors and project managers, delivering groundworks that integrate seamlessly with broader construction programmes. We understand building regulations, health and safety requirements and the importance of completing work to agreed schedules. Many commercial clients return to us for multiple sites because they trust our groundworks will be done right first time.
- What makes our groundworks approach different
Why choose our landscaping services
Local knowledge and experience
We understand East Anglian ground conditions, from heavy Essex clay to sandy Suffolk soils, adapting our methods to deliver reliable results.
Personal and professional service
As a family-run business, you work directly with experienced team members who take pride in every groundworks project.
Modern equipment and techniques
Our machinery handles excavation, compaction and installation efficiently, reducing project timescales whilst maintaining quality standards.
Environmentally responsible
We manage waste properly, protect existing features where possible and consider sustainable drainage solutions throughout our landscaping work.
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Frequently asked questions
Contact Anglian Land Services today to discuss your needs. We’re happy to offer free advice, site visits, and no-obligation quotes.
Most landscaping requires excavation to appropriate depths, installation of sub-base materials for stability, drainage systems to remove surface water, and proper compaction of all layers. The exact requirements depend on your site conditions and intended use. We assess each project individually and recommend the groundwork needed to create a lasting landscape.
Project duration varies with site size, ground conditions and work scope. A typical car park might need two to three weeks for groundwork and surfacing, whilst smaller areas could be completed in days. We provide realistic timescales during planning and keep you informed of progress throughout. Weather can affect groundwork schedules, particularly during wet periods.
Yes, we locate existing utilities before starting any excavation work. Our team coordinates with service providers where necessary and uses appropriate excavation methods near pipes and cables. Protecting existing infrastructure is essential for safe, successful groundwork. We follow all regulations regarding work near utilities.
All our groundwork and landscaping installations come with workmanship guarantees. Specific terms depend on the project scope and materials used. We explain warranty coverage before work begins and provide documentation on completion. Our reputation relies on delivering groundwork that performs properly for years, so we stand behind everything we install.
- What we do
Services we offer
Ground Maintenance
Arboriculture
Site Clearance
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Address
Tolleshunt Major, Maldon, UK
Phone
Hours
Mon-Fri: 07:30-17:00. Sat-Sun: Closed.
- Customer Reviews
What our customers say
Anglian Land Services provided a professional, polite and punctual team to complete my recent project. They were understanding in what I needed to achieve and suggested good ideas along the design process to help achieve this. When carrying out the work ALS worked safely and efficiently completing tasks. If changes had to be made, they were accommodating and worked with us to create the best outcome. I am very happy with their work and would highly recommend.
Ken Fry
Sudbourne, Suffolk
Anglian Land Services provide me with a friendly, approachable and reliable service for maintenance work at our stable yard. They’re always on time and easily contactable to discuss projects.
