Basingstoke patio specialists
Patios in Basingstoke, made for outdoor living
Quality set in stone
Natural stone, block paving and imprinted concrete patios, designed around your garden and laid level on a solid base by a friendly, family-run team.
- Free garden visit
- No-obligation quote
- Basingstoke-based
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Share a name and phone number, and one of the team will ring to book a visit to your garden.
Rather talk? Call 0800 858 9631
- Over 40 years’ industry experience
- Friendly, reliable family firm
- Free garden visits and quotes
- Natural stone, block and imprinted concrete
Outdoor living
A patio planned around the way you use your garden
The best patios start with a few simple questions. Where does the evening sun fall? How many people will you sit out with? Should it open straight off the back door, or sit further down the garden as a place to escape to? We work through all of it with you on site, so the patio fits the way you live, not just the space you have.
What goes underneath gets the same care. Stonebase Paving is a family-run firm on Aldermaston Road, laying natural stone, block paving and imprinted concrete patios for homes and businesses across Basingstoke. Our own team handles the dig-out, levels and drainage, so your patio is built to stay flat, firm and free of standing water.
40+ years’ industry experience
Compare paving
Which patio paving is right for your garden?
Tap through the three ways we pave a patio to see where each one shines. Still deciding? We’ll help you choose when we visit.
Natural stone patio by our teamNatural stone
Every slab is one of a kind
Stone flags in mixed sizes, with the colour shifting gently from one slab to the next. It gives a garden a warmth and character that man-made paving struggles to match.
- Natural colour variation, so no two patios look the same
- Mixed slab sizes for a relaxed, random pattern
- Looks at home beside brick walls, lawns and planting
- Weathers gracefully and gains character with age
Upkeep Sweep it, wash it down with water and a stiff brush, and keep the joints well filled.
More about natural stone patios
Block paving by our teamBlock paving
Tough underfoot and easy to shape
Small blocks fitted tightly together by hand, which makes curves, circles, borders and steps simple to build in. A strong choice for a busy family patio or a path that links the garden to the drive.
- Takes heavy foot traffic, garden furniture and barbecues in its stride
- Easy to lay in sweeping curves, circles and contrasting bands
- A wide range of colours and laying patterns
- If one block gets damaged, it can be swapped for a new one
Upkeep Brush it now and then, and pull out any weeds between the blocks while they are small.
More about block paving patiosImprinted concrete
One smooth surface with hardly any joints
Concrete poured in one go, then stamped and coloured while it is still soft. You get the look of individual stones or slabs, without the gaps between them.
- Very few joints for weeds to push through
- Dozens of stamped patterns and colour options
- A textured surface that stays grippy when wet
- Hard-wearing, and lasts for many years with proper care
Upkeep Clean it down regularly and reseal it every so often to keep the colour rich.
More about imprinted concrete patiosHow we work
From bare lawn to finished patio
The five stages every Stonebase patio goes through, from our first visit to the final sweep.
- 1
A free visit to your garden
We measure the space and look at the levels, the access and where the sun falls through the day. Then we talk through paving, shape and size with you, and follow up with a clear, no-obligation quote.
- 2
Clear the ground and dig out
Turf, soil or an old patio is lifted and taken away, and we dig down to the depth your new patio needs using our own machinery. If the only way in is a narrow side gate, we plan around it.
- 3
Build the base and set the levels
A compacted sub-base gives the paving a firm footing. We set a gentle fall so rain runs away from the house, and keep the finished surface safely below your damp-proof course.
- 4
Lay your paving
Your natural stone, blocks or imprinted concrete go down in the pattern you chose, with edging, steps or walls built in as we go.
- 5
Point, tidy and hand over
Joints are filled and finished and every bit of mess is cleared away. Then we show you the finished patio and explain how to care for it.
Pricing explained
What goes into the price of a patio?
Every garden is different, so we don’t work from a price list. These are the things that shape your quote the most.
Size and shape
The area you want paved is the starting point. Curves, circles and lots of cut slabs take longer than a simple square.
Your choice of paving
Natural stone, block paving and imprinted concrete differ in materials and laying time, and so do the styles within each.
Digging and levelling
A flat lawn is quicker to prepare than a sloping garden, or an old patio that has to come up first.
Steps and walls
Changes in level may call for steps or a retaining wall, which add to the build and to the finished look.
Drainage
Rain has to drain somewhere. Depending on the garden, that might mean a fall to the lawn, a channel drain or a soakaway.
Access and waste
Gardens reached only through a narrow gate or the house take longer to dig out and deliver materials to.
Want a figure for your garden?One visit to measure up, then a quote that costs nothing and commits you to nothing.
Our work
Patios and paths we’ve laid
Real patios and paths from our own team. Tap any photo for a closer look.
The Stonebase difference
Why choose Stonebase for your patio?
40+years’ industry experience
Reliable workmanship and a quality finish, from the first spade in the ground to the last swept joint.
A local family business
Friendly people who take pride in how your garden looks when we leave.
Free, no-pressure quotes
We visit, measure and quote at no cost, and there’s no obligation.
Groundwork done in-house
Our own plant machinery for dig-outs, levelling and drainage.
Three ways to pave
Stone, block or concrete, so we recommend what suits your garden.
Steps and walls too
Retaining walls and steps for sloping gardens, built by the same team.
Trained to one standard
Our in-house training holds every patio to the same high standard.
FAQs
Patio questions, answered
Straight answers on cost, planning, slopes and drainage before you book a new patio.
Got another question? Ask usHow much does a new patio cost in Basingstoke?
There is no set price, because every garden is different. The main things that affect your quote are the size of the area, the paving you choose, how much digging and levelling the ground needs, and whether you want steps, walls or edging. Once we’ve seen the space and measured it, you’ll get a quote for your garden at no cost and with no obligation.
Which paving is best for a patio?
It depends on the look you want and how you’ll use the space. Natural stone has a unique, natural colour variation that suits most gardens. Block paving is hard-wearing and easy to shape into curves and borders. Imprinted concrete gives one continuous surface with very few joints for weeds. We’ll talk you through the options on your free site visit.
Does a patio need planning permission?
Usually not. In England, a patio laid at ground level in a back garden is normally allowed without planning permission. It may be needed if the patio stands more than 30cm above ground level, if your home is listed or in some conservation areas, or if more than five square metres of a front garden is paved in a material that sheds rainwater onto the street. If you’re unsure, check with Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council before work starts.
Can you lay a patio on a sloping garden?
Yes. A slope can be dug out and levelled, held back with a retaining wall, or split into terraces joined by steps. Retaining walls and site preparation are part of the groundwork our own team carries out, so the levels are handled by the same people who lay your paving.
How do you stop rainwater collecting on a patio?
Each patio is built with a slight slope, so rain drains off it and away from your walls, into a lawn, a border or a drain. Where a patio meets the house, it should sit at least 150mm below the damp-proof course so rain can’t splash above it and cause damp. We check the levels at your site visit.
How long will my patio take to lay?
Most garden patios take days rather than weeks. The size, the ground, the access and the weather all play a part. Your quote comes with an honest estimate of how long the work will take.
My garden has no side access. Can you still do the work?
Restricted access is part of the groundwork we take on. Let us know how your garden is reached when you get in touch, and we’ll plan the dig-out and deliveries around it.
Do you charge for quotes?
Never. Visiting your garden and pricing up the job costs you nothing, and you are under no obligation to book.
Which areas do you cover?
Our yard is on Aldermaston Road, and we work on gardens throughout Basingstoke and nearby. Give us a ring to check we can reach yours.
Find us
Patios across Basingstoke
We’re based on Aldermaston Road, a short trip from gardens all over Basingstoke and the surrounding area.
- Call us0800 858 9631
- Our addressUnit 4a (Rear of Gales Garage), Aldermaston Road, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 9JW
Ready to plan your new patio?
Ring the Stonebase team or send a few details. We’ll come and see your garden, then price the job at no cost to you.