Fencing and Timber Supplies for High Wycombe

Choosing The Right Fence For Your Garden

Before buying, think about what you need your fence to do. A boundary fence for privacy calls for a different solution to a decorative fence meant to frame a garden. We stock a full range of styles, including closeboard fencing for privacy and security, fence panels for a classic garden boundary, and palisade fencing for a stronger, more secure finish.

Garden Gates And Driveway Gates

Alongside fencing, gates are often part of the same project. We stock a range of garden gates and driveway gates suited to different property styles, from simple pedestrian gates to larger driveway entrances. Our team can help you choose a gate that matches your fencing and suits the entrance to your property.

Do You Need Planning Permission For A Fence In Buckinghamshire?

As a general rule in England, fences, walls and gates up to two metres high usually do not need planning permission. If your fence sits next to a road used by vehicles, that limit drops to one metre. Since Buckinghamshire Council covers the High Wycombe area, it is always worth checking with them directly before you begin, particularly if your property is listed or sits within a conservation area.

According to the Planning Portal, the official planning guidance service for England, most fences, walls and gates do not need planning permission provided certain conditions are met. If your boundary sits next to a highway used by vehicles, including the footpath alongside such a road, the height must not exceed one metre. Elsewhere on your property, the limit is two metres. These rules do not apply if any part of your property is a listed building, sits within the curtilage of a listed building, or borders a neighbouring listed building. Permission may also be required if a planning condition or an Article 4 direction has removed your permitted development rights, or if your property lies within a conservation area, since removing an existing fence, wall or gate there can itself require consent.

High Wycombe falls under Buckinghamshire Council, which became the single planning authority for the area in April 2020. Buckinghamshire Council provides a free online planning permission checker, though it states this tool offers guidance only rather than an official decision you can rely on. If you want certainty, you can apply for a Lawful Development Certificate through the council, which requires submitting drawings and paying a fee. Buckinghamshire Council also offers a paid planning advice service if you would like confirmation directly from their team. Given how much this depends on your specific property and its designation, it is always worth checking with Buckinghamshire Council before starting work, particularly if you are near a road, within a conservation area, or close to a listed building.

Disclaimer: you should always do your own research and seek advice from a local authority if you are not sure. 

Timber Merchant Supplies For Your Project

As a timber merchant and timber yard serving the wider Buckinghamshire area, we stock a wide range of graded and CE-marked timber and plywood, suited to garden projects of every kind. Whether you are building raised beds, repairing a fence, or starting a larger landscaping project, our team can help you choose the right timber for the job.

Garden Buildings And Sheds

If your project includes a shed or garden building rather than just fencing, we stock a range of options to suit different gardens and budgets. Browse our garden buildings range to see what is available.

Visit Or Order Today

Order online for delivery, or visit our Chesham branch to see the range in person and get advice from our team before you buy.