Business Details
Expert Garden Design & Landscaping in Surrey
Based in West Sussex and operating across Surrey, Sussex, and the South of England, Hugh Tanton Garden Design specialises in creating innovative, practical gardens rooted in sound horticultural principles. With a Professional Diploma in Garden Design from Merrist Wood College and memberships in prestigious organisations like the Society of Garden Designers and the Chartered Institute of Horticulture, Hugh combines traditional British garden aesthetics with global influences. His approach prioritises client collaboration, environmental harmony, and enhancing property value through tailored designs. The business offers comprehensive services, including masterplans, planting schemes, hard and soft landscaping, and project oversight, supported by Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurance. Testimonials highlight his ability to transform overgrown spaces into structured, stylish gardens while maintaining a client-focused, responsive approach.Hughs expertise extends to irrigation, garden lighting, and water features, ensuring year-round functionality and beauty. His work has been praised for creativity, attention to detail, and the successful integration of diverse design elements, such as Mediterranean themes and Japanese-style gardens. The team manages projects from initial concept to completion, handling excavation, construction, and planting with professionalism. With a background in archaeology and ancient history, Hugh brings a unique perspective to garden design, blending historical appreciation with modern innovation. The business is committed to transparency, quality, and delivering results that exceed client expectations.
Services
Garden Design
Landscaping
Planting Plans
Maintenance Schedules
Project Oversight
Garden Lighting
Water Features
Irrigation Systems
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of horticultural and design expertise.
- Our team holds professional accreditations from leading industry bodies.
- We provide end-to-end project management from concept to completion.
- Our designs integrate environmental sustainability and client-specific needs.
- We are fully insured with Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurance.
Associations and certifications
- Society of Garden Designers
- Gardeners Guild
- Chartered Institute of Horticulture
- Association of Professional Landscapers
What people say
Structured and stylish
Enthusiasm and flair
Project handled efficiently
Design well thought-out
Transformed cluttered space
Services
Garden Design
Hugh Tanton Garden Design creates bespoke garden layouts tailored to client preferences and environmental conditions. Our designs integrate traditional British horticulture with global influences, ensuring functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces. Services include masterplans, 3D visualisations, and technical drawings for residential properties.
Landscaping
We deliver comprehensive landscaping solutions, from excavation and groundwork to paving, walls, and planting. Our team ensures seamless execution of hard and soft landscaping elements, using high-quality materials and techniques. Projects range from driveways to multi-functional outdoor spaces.
Planting Plans
Our planting schemes combine structure, form, and colour for year-round interest. We specialise in selecting frost- and deer-proof plants, creating cohesive borders, and implementing large-scale projects. Clients receive detailed plans or ad hoc planting advice.
Project Oversight
Hugh offers personalised project oversight to manage complex builds from concept to completion. This service ensures timely execution, cost efficiency, and problem resolution, allowing clients to delegate stress-free while maintaining design integrity.
Garden Lighting
We design and install lighting schemes to enhance nighttime usability and aesthetics. Our systems highlight key features, improve security, and create ambiance, tailored to the gardens scale and the clients budget.
People
Hugh Tanton
Garden Designer
Hugh Tanton holds a Professional Diploma in Garden Design from Merrist Wood College and is a member of the Society of Garden Designers. With expertise in blending traditional and exotic influences, he specialises in creating client-focused gardens that enhance property value and environmental harmony.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We operate in Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, and across the South of England, focusing on areas like Reigate, Dorking, and Horsham.
What services do you offer?
Our services include garden design, landscaping, planting plans, project oversight, irrigation, garden lighting, and water features.
How do you approach garden design?
We combine traditional British horticulture with global influences, prioritising client collaboration and environmental harmony in every project.
Are you insured?
Yes, we have Public Liability Insurance and Professional Indemnity Insurance for client protection.
Can you handle large-scale projects?
Yes, we manage projects of all sizes, from small gardens to extensive landscaping, with end-to-end oversight and expertise.
Do you offer maintenance plans?
Yes, we provide maintenance schedules and ongoing consultation to ensure gardens remain vibrant and well-kept year-round.
