Business Details
40 Years
experience
Professional Landscaping Services in Essex
Established in 1986, Island Landscapes has built a reputation as a trusted provider of comprehensive landscaping solutions. Our team of over 85 skilled professionals brings more than three decades of industry expertise to every project, serving commercial and residential clients across London, Essex, and the Eastern Counties. We specialise in hard and soft landscaping, fencing, timberworks, and arboricultural services, delivering tailored designs and maintenance programmes to meet exacting client requirements. Our commitment to safety, quality, and client satisfaction is demonstrated through our long-standing partnerships with leading construction firms and house builders. With dedicated divisions for site clearance, play area installations, and remedial works, we offer end-to-end project management from concept to completion.Our portfolio includes high-profile show home gardens, podium projects, and ecological conservation schemes, reflecting our versatility and technical proficiency. Backed by ISO standards and industry accreditations, we combine innovative design with practical execution to create functional, aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces. Our in-house customer care team ensures ongoing support and defect resolution, maintaining the highest standards of workmanship. Operating from our Colchester headquarters, we serve both private and public sector clients with a personalised approach that prioritises client needs and project-specific requirements.
Services
Hard Landscaping
Soft Landscaping
Fencing & Timberworks
Arboricultural Services
Site Clearance
Play Area Installation
Garden Design
Tree Surgery
Remedial Works
Ecological Projects
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years' experience in landscaping and timberworks
- Our team of 85+ professionals includes certified arborists and designers
- We offer end-to-end project management from concept to completion
- We maintain ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality and environmental accreditations
- We serve London and Eastern Counties with local knowledge and expertise
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- CHAS
- CISRS
Services
Hard Landscaping
Our hard landscaping services create durable outdoor structures using premium materials. We specialise in patios, pathways, retaining walls, and paved areas for residential and commercial properties. Our team ensures precise installation and long-lasting results that enhance property value.
Soft Landscaping
We design and implement sustainable planting schemes using quality flora. Services include turfing, shrubbery, hedge installation, and seasonal planting for gardens and developments. Our approach combines aesthetics with ecological considerations for thriving outdoor spaces.
Fencing & Timberworks
Comprehensive fencing solutions for security and boundary definition. We install temporary, acoustic, and bespoke fencing alongside timber structures like sheds and bin stores. Our specialists ensure compliance with safety standards and site requirements.
Arboricultural Services
Professional tree management including pruning, felling, and stump removal. Our certified arborists conduct ecological assessments and habitat creation while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance for residential and commercial sites.
Play Area Installation
Design and installation of safe, engaging play spaces for early years. We handle surfacing, equipment installation, and fencing to ROSPA standards, creating both traditional timber trails and modern metal structures for outdoor development.
Questions
What areas do you cover for landscaping services?
We operate across London, Essex, Hertfordshire, Kent, Suffolk, Berkshire, and Oxfordshire from our Colchester headquarters.
Do you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we provide landscaping solutions for both private homeowners and commercial developers, including show homes and large-scale developments.
Are your team members qualified for tree surgery?
Our arborists hold industry certifications and follow strict safety protocols for all tree-related work, including felling and crown reduction.
How do you ensure project quality and client satisfaction?
We maintain ISO 9001 quality standards with dedicated project managers and a customer care team for ongoing support and defect resolution.
Can you assist with ecological site clearance?
Yes, our services include vegetation clearance, habitat creation, and woodland management while adhering to environmental regulations.
