Business Details
22 Years
experience
Your Trusted Garden Design Partner in Grantham
Tythorne Garden Design is a multiple RHS Award-winning garden and landscape design practice established in South Lincolnshire. Founded in 2004 by principal designer Ian McBain, we specialise in creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces tailored to individual client needs. Our services include fixed-price garden design, planting design, and garden lighting design, delivered with a commitment to local knowledge and practical expertise. Ian, a Royal College of Art design graduate and former university lecturer, combines creative vision with hands-on experience gained through landscaping work.As a Registered Member of the Society of Garden Designers and Accredited Garden Designer with the Association of Professional Landscapers, we prioritise client collaboration, offering free initial consultations and transparent pricing. Our portfolio spans Grantham, Stamford, Newark, Rutland, and surrounding areas, with projects showcased through detailed case studies. Client testimonials highlight our ability to listen, deliver year-round colour solutions, and provide comprehensive maintenance guidance, ensuring gardens evolve beautifully over time.
Services
Garden design
Planting design
Garden lighting design
Design advice
Portfolio review
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- Local expertise serving Grantham, Stamford, and surrounding areas
- Fixed-price design fees with transparent costing
- RHS Silver Gilt Medal-winning designer with 20+ years' experience
- Comprehensive service including planting and lighting design
- Free initial consultation with no obligation
Associations and certifications
- Society of Garden Designers
- Association of Professional Landscapers
What people say
Superb at every step
Listened and understood brief
Highly recommended
Worth every penny
Spot on design
Services
Garden design
We create bespoke garden designs tailored to your space and lifestyle. Our process begins with understanding your vision through detailed consultations, followed by concept plans showing key features. Clients receive professionally drawn presentation plans that balance aesthetics with practicality, ensuring gardens remain beautiful and functional throughout the seasons.
Planting design
Our expert planting schemes combine year-round colour with low-maintenance requirements. We recommend species suited to your soil type and conditions, providing detailed planting plans with spacing guidance. Each project includes maintenance packs with plant care instructions, helping your garden thrive with minimal effort while maintaining visual impact across all seasons.
Garden lighting design
We design atmospheric lighting schemes to extend garden enjoyment into evenings. Services include selecting appropriate fixtures for paths, water features, and architectural elements, with control system recommendations. Our plans ensure safe navigation while highlighting key garden features, creating inviting spaces for both practical use and visual appreciation after dark.
People
Ian McBain
Principal Designer
RHS Award-winning garden designer with 20+ years' experience. Royal College of Art graduate and former design lecturer, combining academic expertise with practical landscaping knowledge. Member of the Society of Garden Designers and Accredited by the Association of Professional Landscapers.
Questions
What garden design services do you offer?
We provide complete garden design, planting schemes, and lighting plans tailored to your space and preferences.
Do you serve areas outside Grantham?
Yes, we cover Stamford, Newark, Rutland, and surrounding regions within a one-hour radius of our HQ.
How much does garden design cost?
Design plans start at £695, planting at £445, and lighting at £245, with prices based on garden size.
Are your designers accredited?
Yes, our principal designer is registered with the Society of Garden Designers and APP.
Can you help with garden maintenance?
We provide plant maintenance packs with care instructions for all our planting design clients.
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