Business Details
33 Years
experience
Award-Winning Landscape Design & Build Experts
Established in 1993, Bowles & Wyer has cultivated a reputation as a leader in landscape architecture, design, and maintenance. Our team of over 50 specialists combines decades of expertise with a passion for creating spaces that harmonize functionality, aesthetics, and sustainability. We approach every projectwhether a private garden, public realm, or award-winning show gardenwith a commitment to listening, understanding client aspirations, and translating these into enduring landscapes. Our multidisciplinary team includes chartered landscape architects, certified horticulturists, and construction experts who bring technical precision and creative vision to every commission. Recognized through numerous BALI and Society of Garden Designers awards, our work reflects a dedication to excellence, from conceptual design to meticulous maintenance.Sustainability is embedded in our practice, with ecological planting schemes and responsible material sourcing forming the backbone of our soft and hard landscaping services. Clients benefit from our proven ability to deliver complex projects across the UK and internationally, supported by transparent project management and a collaborative ethos. With a focus on long-term relationships, we ensure landscapes evolve beautifully over time, meeting both environmental and human needs. Our Hort Academy training program further underscores our commitment to advancing horticultural expertise across the industry.
Services
Landscape Design
Hard Landscaping
Soft Landscaping
Garden Maintenance
Show Gardens
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of expertise in landscape architecture and construction
- Multi-award-winning team at BALI and Society of Garden Designers
- Integrated design, build, and maintenance services under one roof
- Sustainability embedded in all projects through ecological planting
- Hort Academy training program advancing industry horticultural standards
What people say
Award-winning gardens
Proactive construction arm
Exceptional commitment to quality
Innovative design services
Creative and responsive team
Services
Landscape Design
Our award-winning design team translates client visions into bespoke landscapes through concept development, technical drawings, and project management. We specialise in creating functional, aesthetically striking spaces for private residences, commercial properties, and public realms. Our process combines site analysis, client consultation, and ecological considerations to deliver enduring solutions.
Hard Landscaping
We construct durable, visually appealing structural features including terraces, pathways, and water elements using premium materials. Our expert team ensures precision in installing paving, walls, and bespoke garden structures while maintaining seamless integration with surrounding planting schemes for cohesive outdoor spaces.
Soft Landscaping
Our horticultural specialists create thriving, seasonally dynamic planting schemes prioritising sustainability and biodiversity. Services include soil preparation, plant sourcing, and ecological planting that supports local wildlife while ensuring year-round visual interest and low-maintenance requirements for residential and commercial properties.
Garden Maintenance
We offer tailored maintenance programs including pruning, lawn care, and seasonal bedding to preserve landscape integrity. Our Hort Academy-trained team provides both routine upkeep and specialist horticultural services, ensuring designed spaces evolve beautifully over time with minimal environmental impact.
Show Gardens
Our team has delivered multiple award-winning RHS Chelsea Flower Show gardens and international exhibition projects. We combine creative design with practical construction expertise to realize challenging briefs, from concept stages through to installation, consistently achieving Silver Gilt and Gold medal standards.
People
John Wyer
Chief Executive
Fellow of both the Landscape Institute and Society of Garden Designers, John leads design strategy and client collaboration. With over 30 years' experience, he lectures internationally and contributes to industry publications while overseeing high-profile projects.
Dan Riddleston
Managing Director
Specialising in landscape construction, Dan oversees project delivery and innovation. He has led multiple award-winning projects at Chelsea Flower Show while maintaining expertise in commercial and heritage restoration sectors through 18 years with the company.
Stuart Wallace
Special Projects Director
With horticultural expertise since joining in 2000, Stuart manages soft landscape projects from concept to completion. His nursery industry connections and planting knowledge ensure successful implementation of complex schemes across public and private sectors.
Jonathan Woolfenden
Design Director
Chartered landscape architect since 2018, Jonathan leads residential and commercial design. His international perspective informs site-specific solutions, drawing from experience on urban regeneration projects and complex spatial challenges across diverse contexts.
Jeff Stephenson
Head of Horticulture & Aftercare
Overseeing maintenance for 70+ projects, Jeff brings Kew-trained horticultural excellence to aftercare services. His expertise in plant health and long-term landscape management ensures designed spaces maintain their original vision through tailored maintenance regimes.
Questions
What regions do you operate in?
We work throughout the UK and on select international projects, with extensive experience across diverse climates and environments.
Can you handle both design and construction?
Yes, we offer fully integrated design, build, and maintenance services, though we also collaborate with external designers when requested.
How do you ensure sustainability?
Our approach prioritises ecological planting, responsible sourcing, and water-efficient systems integrated at every design and construction stage.
What project sizes do you handle?
We work on projects of all scales, from small urban gardens to large-scale public developments and international exhibitions.
Are you experienced with show gardens?
Yes, our team has created multiple RHS Chelsea Flower Show award-winning gardens and international exhibition landscapes since our founding.
Do you offer ongoing maintenance?
Yes, we provide bespoke aftercare services including seasonal maintenance, specialist pruning, and irrigation management through our Hort Academy-trained team.
