Fencing and gates in Shenstone

Before your fence or gate in Shenstone

Before replacing a boundary fence in Shenstone, confirm who owns it — your deeds often show this — and agree the line with your neighbour. Planning permission from Lichfield District Council is only needed above 2 m, or above 1 m beside a road.

Closeboard copes with wind better than lightweight lap panels in exposed Shenstone gardens.
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 doesn't cover timber fences, only masonry boundary walls.
Your title plan may show who is responsible for each boundary.

Postcode district: WS14
Planning and building control: Lichfield District Council
From our West Bromwich base: 10 miles

Which options suit homes in Shenstone?

Slatted and composite fencing

Horizontal slatted timber gives a modern look and lets some air and light through, which suits contemporary gardens. Composite fencing, made from wood fibre and plastic, doesn't need painting or treating and won't rot. Both cost more than standard fences, and composite systems have their own posts and fixings.

Side gates and driveway gates

Side gates add security to the path at the side of the house, and driveway gates in timber or metal close off the front. Gates need strong posts, hinges and latches, and wide gates need drop bolts or a centre stop. Driveway gates shouldn't open outwards over the pavement, so they're hung to open inwards.

Fencing and gates prices in Shenstone

Expect to budget between £60 and £230 per linear metre in Shenstone. 1.8 m closeboard fence with concrete posts and gravel boards, old fence removed: typically £95–£135 per linear metre.

Guide prices for fencing and gates
Option	Guide price	Good to know
Panel fencing with concrete posts	£60 – £95 per linear metre	1.8 m panels, quick to fit
Closeboard with concrete posts	£90 – £135 per linear metre	Stronger, better in exposed gardens
Slatted or composite fencing	£140 – £230 per linear metre	Contemporary look, less upkeep

Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. We confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification after visiting.

Questions about fencing and gates in Shenstone

Concrete or timber posts: which is better?

Concrete posts don't rot, so they usually outlast timber posts, and new panels can be slotted in later without replacing them. Timber posts look softer and suit closeboard and some gate posts, but they eventually rot at ground level. In exposed gardens, concrete posts with closeboard or heavy panels are the most robust choice.

Do you cover Shenstone?

Yes. Shenstone (WS14) is about 10 miles from our West Bromwich base and inside the area we cover. Call 0800 088 6248 or send the form on this page to book a free survey.

What should I do before the fence goes up?

Clear plants, pots and sheds back from the boundary by about a metre if you can, and lift anything you want to keep. Talk to your neighbour about access and the work. If you know where drains, cables or pipes run near the boundary, tell us at survey.

Will I need permission from the council in Shenstone?

Not for a fence or gate up to 2 m high, or 1 m beside a road used by vehicles. Above those heights, or around a listed building, check with Lichfield District Council.

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Other work we do in Shenstone

We'll walk your boundary in Shenstone, talk through post types and confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification.