As we undertake one of our biggest groundworks packages to date, we thought it fitting to touch base on the essentials of a good and well considered drainage system as part of your newly landscaped garden.
Our journal is where we share our latest news. This can be insight into projects we have completed, news from our industry or trends in garden design and build.
How to Run and Run a Business – 9 weeks
The Selby Landscapes team are training to run the Bath Half Marathon 2022, learning lessons about running and running a business along the way. Read up each week about the lessons learnt from training for the marathon and how these lessons can be brought into the business.
Beautiful local gardens to visit this summer
Now the weather is looking up, we highly suggest going to see some beautiful local gardens this summer. We’ve suggested our top 4 and how to get involved with local projects as well.
Do I need a Landscape Gardener?
Like many people in the last year, you may have looked out into your garden and allowed your mind to wonder… What could I do to enhance my outdoor space? Do I need a Landscape Gardener? Where would I begin?
Meet the designer – Rosie Nottage
Rosie began the practice in London in 2009 and moved back to Bath in 2013. Many clients have moved with Rosie as she designed their central London homes and are now creating landscapes for them in rural homes as they escape the madding crowds.
Challenges of 2020 in the Landscape Industry
We spoke with our Director, Sam Selby, about his experience in facing the challenges of 2020 when it came to running the landscape gardening business, Selby.
Gravel Walk
The Gravel Walk in Bath has been well-used over its 249-year history. We helped kickstart its restoration by volunteering during the lockdown in summer 2020.
How to install your new patio
Before you install a patio or paved area, read our advice on how to plan your patio effectively and create a patio you can enjoy for years to come.
Meet the designer – Lynne Bridge
Lynne Bridge runs a garden and landscape design practice based in Bath. Her main area of expertise is listed gardens of private residences, but we meet the designer to find out more.
We will also share products we like and recommend, updates on current projects, details about our methods and skills, interviews with Selby experts and Q&As with industry contacts. As we update this frequently, please do keep checking back to stay up to date with our journal posts. And don’t forget to follow us on social media on Instagram, Pinterest, Houzz, Twitter and Facebook to see what we are up to every day and what projects are currently underway.