Fencing

It needs to sit at least two metres from the boundary of a property, such as a fence or a wall.

A garden fence can be up to 2 metres high without planning permission.

A fence post should have a depth of 2ft.

The cost of a fence can vary depending on what type, material, and size of fence panels you choose. However, the average cost to hire a tradesperson to supply and install 6ft fencing is typically around £1,500. This price can change depending on the material of fencing you choose. Also keep in mind that cost of fencing panels could be around £36.50 per panel.

To build a garden fence, you’ll generally need fence panels or feather edge boards, fence posts, gravel boards and suitable fixings. Depending on the type of fence you choose, you may also need fence rails, concrete or postcrete, and tools such as a spirit level, drill and saw. Before buying your materials, measure the length of your fence run and decide on the height and style of fencing you want. This will help you work out how many panels, posts and other materials you need.

For good privacy, solid fencing with little or no gaps is generally the best option. Feather edge fencing and high closeboard fence panels both provide excellent coverage, making them popular choices for garden boundaries where privacy is important. Feather edge boards overlap each other to create a continuous, solid fence with no gaps, while high closeboard panels provide a similar level of privacy in a pre-made panel format.

Yes. Howarth Timber stocks a wide range of fencing materials, including fence panels, feather edge boards, fence posts, gravel boards, rails, fence palings and fixings. A range of garden trellis and other fencing accessories is also available. Availability can vary between branches, so check your local branch before ordering.

The main difference is how they are constructed and installed. Fence panels are pre-made sections of fencing, with boards already fixed together. They are designed to fit between fence posts, making them a convenient option and generally quicker to install. Howarth offers several styles, including lap, slatted, high closeboard and feather edge panels. Feather edge fencing, also known as closeboard fencing, is made from individual tapered timber boards that overlap one another. The boards are installed individually, which makes feather edge fencing particularly useful for awkward spaces or areas where standard-sized panels won't fit. Individual boards can also be replaced if they become damaged.