Exeter, Devon

Dry Stone Walling & Rural Landscaping in Exeter, Devon

Expert dry stone walling & rural landscaping contractors serving Exeter and the surrounding Devon area. Trusted builders with 17+ years experience, transparent fixed-price quotes and outstanding results.

  • 17+ years experience
  • Fixed-price contracts
  • Serving Devon & beyond
  • Free no-obligation quotes
  • Fully insured
Dry Stone Walling & Rural Landscaping in Exeter

Professional Dry Stone Walling & Rural Landscaping for Exeter Properties

The Somerset, Devon and Dorset countryside is defined by its stone walls, hedgebanks and traditional rural structures — and Brick Builds has the specialist skills to build, repair and restore them properly. Our dry stone walling and rural landscaping team works across Devon on everything from ornamental garden walls and entrance pillars to agricultural boundary repairs, sunken retaining wall construction, estate walling and the restoration of historic field boundaries in Exeter and the surrounding landscape.

Dry stone walling is a Heritage Craft listed by the Crafts Council as endangered — a skilled, exacting discipline requiring experience and patience rather than just labour. Our team in Devon builds walls that will last for generations, using the correct local stone, correct coursing for the vernacular style of the area around Exeter, and the right proportion of hearting to prevent slumping or collapse. We also restore and rebuild collapsed sections of traditional walls to match the existing character.

Beyond dry stone walling, our rural landscaping capability in Devon includes mortared stone boundary walls, natural stone retaining walls, steps and terracing, sunken boundary walls for agricultural and estate settings, Devon hedgebank repair and restoration, and stone-built water features. If your Exeter property includes traditional stonework that needs professional attention, we are the specialist contractors to call.

Dry Stone Walling & Rural Landscaping Cost Guide for Exeter

Dry stone wall construction in Devon typically costs £120–£250 per metre depending on wall height, stone type and access. Repair of existing collapsed walling is typically £60–£120 per metre. Entrance pillars and ornamental gate piers start from £800 per pair — call 01460 353121 for a free assessment and quote.

Traditional dry stone walling and rural landscaping by Brick Builds in Somerset countryside

Why Choose Brick Builds for Dry Stone Walling & Rural Landscaping in Exeter?

  • Dry stone wall construction and repair using local Devon stone
  • Mortared stone boundary walls, pillars and gate piers
  • Sunken retaining wall design and construction for estate, farm and residential settings in Devon
  • Devon hedgebank restoration and rebuilding
  • Natural stone steps, terracing and retaining structures
  • Agricultural boundary wall repair and restoration across Devon
  • Ornamental stone water features, troughs and raised planters

Frequently Asked Questions �� Dry Stone Walling & Rural Landscaping in Exeter

Can you build a sunken boundary retaining wall on my Devon property?
Yes — a sunken retaining wall creates an invisible boundary at the edge of a garden by using a vertical stone wall dropping into a ditch, so the view continues uninterrupted into the adjoining land. They are common on Somerset and Dorset rural properties and estates. We design and build them in Devon to complement the landscape and property character.
Can you repair a collapsed dry stone wall in Exeter?
Yes — dry stone wall repair is one of our specialist services in Devon. We assess the extent of collapse, salvage and sort the existing stone, and rebuild to the correct coursing and coping style for the local vernacular around Exeter. We use the same stone type where possible and source matching material from local quarries when additional stone is needed.
Do dry stone walls need planning permission in Devon?
Most dry stone wall repairs and like-for-like rebuilding in Devon do not require planning permission under Permitted Development. New walls over 1m adjacent to a highway or 2m elsewhere may require consent. Conservation areas and listed properties in Devon have stricter controls. We advise on this as part of our free initial assessment.
How much does dry stone walling cost in Devon?
Dry stone wall construction in Devon typically costs £120–£250 per metre for a standard 1–1.2m height wall, depending on stone type and access. Repair of existing walling is typically £60–£120 per metre. We provide a free site visit and fixed-price quotation — call 01460 353121.
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Tell us about your project and we'll get back to you promptly with honest advice and a no-obligation quote. Based in Chard, serving South Somerset, Devon and Dorset.

Location

Chard, Somerset, UK

Areas We Cover

We work across Somerset, Devon and Dorset, with most projects within a 30-mile radius of Chard. Contact us to check if we cover your area.

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