Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Partner in Dorset
Banyard Construction has been delivering high-quality construction solutions since 1959, operating from our head office near Poole in Dorset. Our ethos centres on close collaboration with clients to understand their unique requirements, setting us apart through tailored service delivery. With projects spanning Dorset and Hampshire, we maintain strong relationships with local architects, engineers, and subcontractors. Our extensive portfolio includes modern new-builds, refurbishments, extensions, and commercial developments for private clients and developers. As a family-run business now in its third generation, we combine traditional values with modern expertise.Our team's loyalty and experience, some members having served over 30 years, ensure consistent quality and reliability. We prioritise safety, budget adherence, and timely delivery across all industry sectors. Our reputation for excellence has attracted clients as far as London through recommendations. We approach every project with the same commitment to quality that has defined our business for over six decades. This enduring philosophy ensures we continue to meet and exceed client expectations in every development we undertake.
Services
Construction Services
Developments
Refurbishments
Extensions
Listed Buildings
Small Works
Maintenance
Commercial
Sales
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- We have over 65 years of experience in the construction industry
- Our team maintains strong relationships with local architects and engineers
- We deliver projects across all industry sectors with consistent quality
- Family-run business with third-generation leadership and expertise
- Our workforce includes craftsmen with over 30 years' experience
Services
Construction Services
Our comprehensive construction services cover all industry sectors, delivering projects to the highest standards. We specialise in new builds, commercial developments, and specialist construction work. Our approach combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to ensure quality outcomes that meet budget and schedule requirements.
Refurbishments
We provide complete refurbishment solutions for residential and commercial properties. Our expertise includes modernising existing structures while maintaining architectural integrity. From internal remodelling to full-scale renovations, we deliver tailored solutions that enhance property value and functionality.
Extensions
Our extension services create additional living or working space tailored to client requirements. We handle all aspects from design consultation to final construction, ensuring seamless integration with existing structures. Specialising in both residential and commercial extensions that maximise property potential.
Listed Buildings
We specialise in working with protected and historic buildings, maintaining period features while implementing modern improvements. Our team understands the specific requirements for listed building modifications, ensuring compliance with conservation regulations and architectural guidelines.
Commercial
We deliver commercial construction projects including office spaces, retail units, and industrial facilities. Our services cover new builds, renovations, and fit-outs tailored to business needs. We prioritise functionality, safety, and compliance with commercial building regulations.
People
Darren Banyard
Director
Third-generation director with 20+ years' experience in construction. Joined the company in 2001, progressing from apprentice to board member. Brings hands-on expertise in site management and contract delivery.
Antony Legg
Director
Chartered surveyor with 25 years' industry experience. Joined in 2013, specialising in large-scale projects. Appointed director in 2018, bringing expertise from regional housing development projects.
Lee Douch
Director
Construction industry professional with extensive site and management experience. Joined in 2016 after national contracting roles. Specialises in high-rise construction and project management, appointed director in 2022.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate primarily in Dorset and Hampshire, with projects extending to London through client recommendations.
What types of projects do you handle?
We undertake residential new builds, refurbishments, extensions, listed building work, and commercial developments for private and business clients.
How long have you been in business?
Established in 1959, we're a third-generation family-run business with over 65 years' construction experience.
What makes you different from other contractors?
Our client-focused approach, local expertise, and combination of traditional craftsmanship with modern project management set us apart.
