Garden paths in the UK cost from five pounds per square metre for bark chip to eighty pounds or more for natural stone. A standard 90cm-wide path of 10 metres needs 9 square metres of material. Brick paths suit cottage and period gardens, gravel paths work in any style, and natural stone creates the most premium finish.
Key takeaways
- Gravel paths at five to fifteen pounds per square metre are the cheapest permanent option and suit any garden style
- Brick paths create warmth and heritage character — reclaimed bricks cost from one to two pounds each
- Curved paths make gardens feel larger by preventing the eye from seeing the full extent at once
- Path width matters — 90cm minimum for a main path, 60cm for secondary paths between beds
- Planting along path edges with creeping thyme, Erigeron, and Alchemilla softens hard lines beautifully
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