Clear guidance on the rules and responsibilities that can affect fencing and garden boundaries. This category covers planning permission, fence height, ownership, shared boundaries, neighbour concerns, privacy and common disputes. It provides a useful starting point, although professional or legal advice may be needed for complex cases.
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Quick answer: Measure the actual fence bay before ordering replacement Closeboard Fence Panels rather than relying on an assumed 6ft size. Current East Coast Fencing Closeboard panels are approxima..
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Quick answer: Yes. Privacy Square Trellis can be installed on a sloping garden, but rigid rectangular panels are normally kept level and stepped from post to post rather than tilted to follow the g..
28 August 2026
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Quick answer: Privacy Square Trellis can be installed between pressure-treated wooden posts to create a freestanding garden screen, patio divider or planted boundary. Measure the actual panel befor..
28 August 2026
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Quick answer: Privacy Square Trellis provides considerably more screening than open Traditional Trellis, but it is not completely private. East Coast Fencing's current panels use approximately 50mm..
28 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose Traditional Trellis when climbing plants, light, airflow and an open garden feel are the priorities. Its current approximately 100mm square openings leave considerably more vis..
28 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose Horizontal Slatted Trellis when you want contemporary horizontal lines, filtered screening and a screen that still feels light and open. Choose Privacy Square Trellis when clos..
28 August 2026
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Quick answer: A 300mm fence topper is best when you mainly want a decorative finish, a small amount of extra height or light plant support. A 450mm topper creates a more noticeable upper section an..
28 August 2026
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Quick answer: Gaps can appear in timber fence panels as individual boards lose moisture, move or distort outdoors, but not every gap means the panel has failed. Small changes between boards can be ..
28 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose Decorative Fence Panels when you want a substantial finished boundary that provides useful screening as soon as it is installed. Choose Trellis Panels when openness, climbing-p..
27 August 2026
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Quick answer: Yes, Waney Lap Fence Panels are a practical choice for garden privacy because their overlapping horizontal boards create a largely solid timber screen. Taller 5ft, 5ft 6in and 6ft pan..
27 August 2026
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Quick answer: Both wooden and compatible slotted concrete posts can be used with Decorative Fence Panels. Wooden posts usually give Double Slatted, Hit & Miss and Omega Lattice panels the most coor..
27 August 2026
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Quick answer: Hit & Miss Fence Panels are a good choice when both sides of a boundary will be visible because their boards alternate between the two faces of the panel. This gives each side a finis..
27 August 2026
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Quick answer: The best Fence Panels for a small garden provide enough screening without making every boundary feel like a solid wall. Closeboard and Waney Lap panels work where privacy is the prior..
27 August 2026
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Quick answer: Hit & Miss Fence Panels provide useful privacy, but they are not completely solid. Their boards alternate across both sides of the panel, interrupting direct sightlines while leaving ..
23 August 2026
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Quick answer: Picket Pales are individual vertical timber boards used to build custom picket fencing. East Coast Fencing's current range uses a nominal 75 x 19mm section, with 0.9m and 1.2m lengths..
23 August 2026
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Quick answer: Horizontal Slatted Trellis can provide useful privacy while keeping a garden lighter and more open than solid fencing. The horizontal slats interrupt sightlines, but the gaps between ..
23 August 2026
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Quick answer: Omega Lattice Fence Panels are best when you want a decorative boundary that keeps the garden feeling light and open. The lattice construction allows considerably more light, air and ..
23 August 2026
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Quick answer: Double Slatted Fence Panels provide a high level of screening while retaining the lighter, more contemporary appearance of horizontal slatted fencing. They are a strong choice around ..
23 August 2026
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Quick answer: The best Decorative Fence Panels depend on what you want the boundary to do. Choose a more closely spaced design when privacy is the priority, a slatted or Hit & Miss style when you w..
23 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose 2ft Picket Fence Panels for low decorative boundaries and garden divisions, 3ft panels for a versatile front garden fence that provides clear separation without feeling enclose..
14 August 2026
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Quick answer: If the fence belongs to your neighbour, you should get their permission before painting, staining or treating the side facing your garden. Being able to see or access one face of a fe..
13 August 2026
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Quick answer: In many UK gardens, trellis can be fitted above a fence, but you should calculate the height of the complete boundary rather than treating the trellis separately. In England and Wales..
10 August 2026
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Quick answer: Your neighbour can generally cut branches or roots from your hedge that grow across the boundary into their property, but they should only cut back as far as the legal boundary. They ..
10 August 2026
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Quick answer: Your neighbour may be able to build very close to, or in some cases right up to, the legal boundary on their own land, but that does not automatically give them the right to use, remo..
10 August 2026
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Quick answer: You will often be able to replace an existing garden fence without applying for planning permission, particularly when the replacement stays at the same height and position. In Englan..
10 August 2026
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Quick answer: If the fence belongs to you, your neighbour should not normally remove, dismantle, move or materially alter it without your permission. The difficult part is often proving who owns th..
10 August 2026
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Quick answer: The best garden fence combines the level of privacy you need with a design that suits the size and style of the garden. Closeboard and waney lap panels work well for solid screening, ..
10 August 2026
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Quick answer: Choose a fence if you want immediate privacy, a clearly defined boundary, predictable dimensions and relatively little space taken from the garden. Choose a hedge if you prefer a natu..
6 August 2026
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Quick answer: Ask a fencing contractor for a detailed written quote covering the panels, post sizes, gravel boards, foundations, fixings, gates, waste removal and VAT. Confirm how they assess the g..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: There is no general 7-year boundary rule in England and Wales. A fence does not automatically become the legal boundary because it has remained in one position for seven years. A long..
5 August 2026
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Quick answer: If the fence belongs to your neighbour, do not attach planters, trellis, lights, screening, hooks, mirrors, plants or decorations without their permission. The face visible from your ..
29 July 2026
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Quick answer: You can usually put trellis on top of a fence without planning permission if the total height remains within the permitted limit. In England, this is normally 2 metres from ground lev..
8 July 2026
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Your neighbour should not grow plants up your fence without your permission if the fence belongs to you. A fence is private property, and the side facing your neighbour’s garden does not automatically..
8 July 2026
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In most cases, you cannot force your neighbour to repair or replace a broken fence just because it looks bad, offers poor privacy or makes your garden feel untidy. Whether they have to do anything dep..
8 July 2026
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A neighbour cannot usually stop you putting up a fence on your own land if the fence is lawful, within planning limits and does not interfere with their property or rights. However, they may be able t..
6 July 2026
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A neighbour’s fence can have a bigger effect on your garden than many people expect. If it is broken, ugly, too low, badly maintained or completely the wrong style, it can make your own garden feel ne..
6 July 2026
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Making your garden more private does not have to mean putting up the tallest fence you can find. In many UK gardens, the best privacy comes from a careful mix of fence panels, trellis, screening, plan..
24 August 2025
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Quick answer: Choose a shed by starting with its intended use, not its external dimensions. Confirm the planning and building-control position, measure the delivery route, select a level and well-d..
20 August 2025
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Decking can make a garden much more usable, but it is worth checking the rules before you start. Height, position, drainage, privacy and the type of property can all affect whether planning permission..
19 August 2025
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If your neighbour wants to put up a fence on or near the boundary, the main question is where the fence will sit. If it is fully on their land, they can usually install it without your permission, as ..
1 April 2025
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Quick answer: There is no single UK law that sets exact lawn mowing times for every home, but councils can act where noise becomes a nuisance. As a general rule, avoid mowing very early in the morn..
7 November 2024
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Installing a fence is more than just a decorative addition to your property. It's a project that requires careful planning and execution.
One of the most critical aspects of fence installation is unde..
5 November 2024
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If your fence backs onto your neighbour’s garden, you may wonder whether you can go round and paint the side facing them. The simple answer is that you should ask first. Even if the fence belongs to y..
5 November 2024
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In many cases, you can replace a fence without your neighbour’s permission if the fence belongs to you and sits entirely within your property. If it is your fence, you are generally responsible for ma..
5 November 2024
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If you want to put a 6ft fence at the front of your property, the first thing to check is whether the boundary sits next to a road, footpath or verge. In many UK homes, a front garden fence beside a h..
5 November 2024
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Most people want their garden to feel private. Whether you are sitting outside with a coffee, eating with family or just trying to relax, it is not pleasant to feel overlooked.
In the UK, garden priv..
5 November 2024
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When you are putting up a new fence, one question often comes up: do you have to give your neighbour the nice side of the fence? It is a fair question, especially when you are paying for the materials..
5 November 2024
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Neighbour fencing disputes are common because fences sit right where two properties meet. A fence may look simple, but it can raise questions about ownership, boundaries, privacy, access and who is al..
6 September 2024
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If you are replacing a fence between neighbours, height is one of the first things to check. In most cases, the rules are fairly straightforward, but there are a few details that can catch people out,..
29 April 2024
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Quick answer: For many UK rear gardens, a fence around 1.8m or 6ft provides a practical balance of privacy and security. Lower fences around 0.9m to 1.2m suit front gardens and decorative boundarie..
5 February 2024
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Fence height is one of the most common questions homeowners ask when planning a new garden boundary. The right height can improve privacy, security and appearance, but it also needs to suit the proper..
1 February 2024
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Quick answer: There is no reliable UK rule saying that you own the fence on the left or the right. Fence ownership and maintenance responsibility may be recorded in title documents, deeds, transfer..
17 January 2024
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You can often put up your own fence next to your neighbour’s fence, provided it is entirely on your land, complies with any planning rules and does not damage or interfere with your neighbour’s proper..
10 January 2024
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Fence repairs can be awkward when the damaged section can only be reached properly from a neighbour’s garden. Even a simple repair can become sensitive if access is not discussed first. A fence may si..
6 November 2023
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Adding trellis to a garden is a common way to improve privacy, support climbing plants and make a fence line look more attractive. It can soften a plain boundary, add height without using another full..
4 November 2023
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Can My Neighbour Screw Things Into My Fence?
If a neighbour has screwed, nailed or hung something on your fence without asking, it can be frustrating. It may be a planter, trellis panel, washing line..
3 November 2023
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Adding trellis to a garden fence can be a simple way to improve privacy, support climbing plants and soften a plain boundary. It can make a seating area feel more sheltered, help screen an overlooking..
2 November 2023
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If your neighbour’s garage wall faces into your garden, it can be tempting to tidy it up with a coat of paint. It may feel like the wall is part of your outdoor space because you see it every day, but..
2 November 2023
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Putting up a fence in your garden can seem like a simple job, but it is worth checking the basics before you start. A new fence can improve privacy, security and the appearance of your property, but i..
27 October 2023
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Do I Have to Pay Half for My Neighbour’s New Fence?
Being asked to pay half for a neighbour’s new fence can put you in an awkward position. You may want to keep things friendly, but you may also be u..
25 October 2023
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Quick answer: Home insurance may cover garden fencing, but it is not guaranteed. Fences are normally considered under buildings insurance rather than contents insurance, and the cause of the damage..
22 October 2023
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Am I Responsible for the Fence at the Bottom of My Garden?
Fence ownership can be confusing, especially when the fence sits at the bottom of the garden rather than along one of the side boundaries. M..
11 October 2023
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Quick answer: A neighbour's CCTV camera is not automatically unlawful simply because it captures part of your garden. However, once a domestic CCTV system records people or areas beyond the owner's..
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