How much does a block paved path cost in Cheshire?
Expect block paved paths in Cheshire to come in at around £90–£160 per m², including VAT at 20%. As an example, a 12 m² path usually comes to between £1,250 and £2,200.
| Item | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Block paved path or side passage | £90–£160 per m² |
| Breaking out an old surface | £10–£40 per m² |
| Edging or kerb, bedded and haunched | £20–£50 per metre |
| Step with block or brick riser and paved tread | £180–£350 per step |
| Typical channel drain run | £350–£1,000 |
Guide figures for the North West, checked 9 November 2026.
Towns we cover in Cheshire
We quote paths in every town across Cheshire, including:
- Warrington
- Chester
- Crewe
- Ellesmere Port
- Widnes
- Runcorn
- Macclesfield
- Northwich
- Winsford
- Congleton
- Wilmslow
- Newton-le-Willows
What is included?
We set edging both sides in concrete, keep steps and changes of level safe and even, and make sure side passages fall away from the house walls and air bricks. Curves are laid with the blocks cut to follow the line rather than leaving ragged edges.
The North West is one of the wetter parts of England, so falls, channel drains and permeable options matter more than usual.
- Blocks, cuts and jointing sand
- Edging both sides, bedded and haunched
- Steps formed where levels change
- Falls away from walls and to gullies
- Dig-out and compacted base
What the survey covers
- Manhole and inspection covers in the area
- Where rain will go: falls away from the house, onto lawn or borders, or into a channel
- Block range, colour, pattern and border to suit the house
- Trees and roots near the paving
- Ground conditions and how deep the dig must be
Do you need permission for a block paved path in Cheshire?
A patio or path behind the house does not usually need planning permission. Raised patios, listed buildings and flats can be different, so we check on the survey.
Paving in front of the house follows the front-garden rules: in England, a front drive over 5 m² needs planning permission unless it is permeable or drains to a lawn or border within your boundary.
How it works
Tell us about the job
Use the form, the quote tool, WhatsApp or a call.
We take a look
A survey visit, or photos for smaller repair and cleaning jobs.
Price in writing
Every line itemised, including the dig, edging and drainage.
Booked and built
Agreed start date, then the work, the final clean-down and the joint top-up.
Paths in Cheshire: questions
Is the survey in Cheshire free?
Yes, for new paving here: the survey and written quote are free with no obligation. Repairs and cleaning are usually priced from photos, or from a short visit where needed.
Do you cover Warrington, Chester and Crewe?
Yes. We cover all of Cheshire, including Warrington, Chester and Crewe.
How long does a block paved path take?
Most patios and paths take two to five working days, depending on the size, any steps and the dig. Your quote gives the expected duration.
What happens to my old patio or lawn?
Old slabs, concrete or turf are dug out and taken away, listed as its own line on your quote.
