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Natural stone patios
Natural stone patios in sandstone, limestone and Cotswold stone, laid to make the most of the stone's character.
In short
What does Gardenscape mean by natural stone patios?
Natural stone patios in sandstone, limestone and Cotswold stone, laid to make the most of the stone's character.
Natural stone, full of character
A natural stone patio has a depth and character that manufactured surfaces cannot quite match, because no two pieces are the same. We lay patios in sandstone, limestone and local Cotswold stone, choosing the stone and the finish to suit the house, the setting and how you want the space to feel.
The right stone for the setting
Each stone has its own character. Sandstone is warm and riven and suits a period garden. Limestone is soft and pale and sits beautifully with local stone buildings. Cotswold and York stone carry real regional identity. We will talk you through which suits your property and budget rather than pushing one option.
Riven or sawn, and laid to suit
Natural stone comes riven, with a textured natural face, or sawn, for a cleaner, more contemporary line, and the choice changes the whole feel of a patio. Whichever we use, it is laid on a full mortar bed, with the jointing and falls done properly, and sealed where the stone calls for it to resist staining.
Built on the right base
The base and drainage decide the lifespan of any patio, and on the clay vale that matters most of all. We dig to firm ground, build the sub-base for the conditions, and set the falls to carry water away from the house. Arrange a consultation and we will help you choose the stone and the finish for your garden.
Sibling disciplines
Also within this craft
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Porcelain patios
Porcelain patios laid on a full adhesive bed by installers who lay them properly, because we will not warranty slabs we did not lay.
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Indian sandstone patios
Indian sandstone patios laid on a full mortar bed, with the riven character that suits a period garden.
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Cotswold stone patios
Patios in local Cotswold stone, so the new work sits as though it has always been there.
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Pathways
Garden paths in stone, gravel and porcelain that tie the garden together and last.
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York stone patios
York stone patios in genuine riven Yorkshire sandstone, a timeless, characterful surface that suits period and country property.
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Limestone patios
Limestone patios with a soft, natural finish that sits beautifully with the local stone and period property.
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Cost context
Indicative ranges
Figures are relative, not quotations. Each scheme is priced after a survey of access, levels, drainage and finish standard.
| What changes the cost |
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| stone type |
| riven versus sawn |
| jointing |
| sealing |
Source: Gardenscape. Figures as of 2026-06-03.
Common questions
Common questions
It depends on the look and the setting. Sandstone for warmth and character, limestone for a soft pale finish, Cotswold or York stone for regional identity. We help you choose to suit the property.
Riven stone has a textured, natural face that suits a traditional garden; sawn stone has a cleaner, flatter finish that suits a contemporary one. The same stone can feel very different depending on which you choose.
Most natural stone benefits from sealing to resist staining and hold its colour, though it varies by stone. We advise on the right treatment for the stone you choose.
Yes. Laid on a proper base with the right jointing, a natural stone patio lasts for decades and ages well.
Arrange a consultation
Send a few photographs and a sentence about the site. We will reply personally.