Driveway & Paving Contractors in Hereford
Before you even get to choosing a material, half the worry with a new driveway is not knowing what you’re actually allowed to do.
35+ years of paving and driveway work across Hereford and Herefordshire, one team from the first site visit to the final sweep, with a fixed price in writing before anything starts, and straight answers on planning and drainage rules before you commit to anything.
Free, no-obligation on-site quotes, every job start to finish by the same team, not subcontracted out.
- Insured & guaranteed
- Fixed price in writing
- 35+ years experience
- One team, start to finish
Local to Chepstow & the Wye Valley
Driveway Installers Serving Hereford & Herefordshire
We’ve been laying driveways, block paving and patios across South Wales, Monmouthshire, Herefordshire and the Forest of Dean for over 35 years, and Hereford is well within our regular working area, from properties close to the cathedral and city centre to the villages and larger plots spread out around Belmont, Holmer, Tupsley and Lugwardine.
Hereford properties often come with more ground than a tight town-centre plot, and that usually means more questions, not fewer: what’s underneath the existing surface, how the ground drains, and whether planning permission applies. We talk through all of it at the free site visit, not after you’ve already committed.
Every job gets a written, fixed-price quote before anything starts, no vague estimates and no surprise extras once the work’s underway.
Meet Andrew
The Person Who Quotes Your Hereford Job Is the Person Who Builds It
Classic Paving and Fencing is run by Andrew Morgan, who’s been laying driveways, patios and fencing across South Wales and the borders for over 35 years. If you’re just getting to know us online, that’s honest: we’re newer to marketing ourselves on the internet, but not new to the trade.
Every quote you get is from Andrew directly, and every job is done by the same small, experienced team, not passed off to subcontractors you’ve never met.
Why Choose Us
Why Hereford Homeowners Choose Classic Paving
35+ years' experience
Andrew’s real, long-standing experience in fencing, paving and driveways across South Wales, Herefordshire and the borders, not a new operator learning on the job.
One team, start to finish
The same people who quote the job are the ones who build it. No subcontracting the work out to whoever’s free that week.
Fixed price in writing
You get a clear, written quote before work starts. What you’re quoted is what you pay.
Free on-site quotes
We visit, assess the ground, access and drainage, and give you a proper quote, not a guess over the phone.
Driveways and paving, done properly
Block paving, tarmac, patios and everything underneath them, sub-base and drainage done right so the surface actually lasts.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Hereford Driveway Installation Costs & What's Included
Every Hereford driveway project includes a free site visit, a written fixed-price quote, proper groundwork and sub-base preparation, and your choice of block paving or tarmac depending on the look and budget you want. In the Hereford area, block paving typically runs £80 to £120 per square metre and tarmac £50 to £80 per square metre, with most full driveway projects landing somewhere between £4,000 and £9,000 depending on size and ground conditions. We’ll give you an exact figure for your own drive at the site visit, not a vague range.
Choosing Your Surface
Block Paving vs Tarmac Driveways in Hereford
Block Paving
When to choose it
You want design flexibility, patterns, borders, mixed colours, and the ability to lift and replace a single damaged block without redoing the whole drive.
What's included
Full sub-base preparation, edge restraints, blocks laid to proper falls for drainage, jointing sand and sealant.
Tarmac
When to choose it
You want the most budget-friendly option for a larger area, a quick install, and a smooth, low-maintenance finish, often the practical choice for Hereford’s bigger rural driveways. See our tarmac driveways page for more detail.
What's included
Sub-base, binder course, surface course, rolled and compacted for a durable finish.
We’ll talk through which one actually suits your property and budget at the free site visit, not push whichever’s easiest to quote over the phone. We also handle patios if you’re planning a wider outdoor project.
THE PROCESS
Our Driveway Installation Process in Hereford
1
Free site visit & survey
We come to your Hereford property, assess the ground, access and drainage, and talk through what you want.
2
Fixed-price quote
You get a clear quote before anything’s agreed, no pressure to decide on the spot.
3
Dig-out
We remove the old surface and excavate to the right depth for a proper sub-base.
4
Sub-base installation
This is the part that determines whether your driveway lasts 20 years or fails in two.
5
Levels and falls
The ground’s set to the correct levels so water drains away from your house.
6
Installation
Your chosen surface, block paving or tarmac, laid to a proper standard.
7
Seal, joint & handover
Final jointing or sealing, site cleared, and we walk you through the finished job.
Example Finishes
Hereford Driveway Gallery & Example Finishes
Close-up shots of block paving patterns, edge detailing, and finished surfaces, sourced from manufacturer photography, showing the standard of finish you can expect.
Coverage
Areas We Cover Near Hereford
We cover Hereford and the surrounding area, including Belmont, Holmer, Tupsley, Lugwardine and Hampton Bishop, alongside our wider coverage area across Herefordshire, Monmouthshire, the South Wales Valleys and the Forest of Dean.
FAQ
Common Questions
Do you install driveways and paving in Hereford?
Yes. We work across Hereford and the surrounding area including Belmont, Holmer, Tupsley and Lugwardine. Get in touch for a free, no-obligation site visit and quote.
Do I need planning permission for a new driveway in Hereford?
Usually not. You don’t need planning permission if the surface is permeable (block paving laid correctly, gravel, or similar) or if rainwater drains to a lawn or soakaway rather than the road. A traditional impermeable surface over 5 square metres that drains toward the road does need permission. We’ll flag this at your site visit if it applies to your property.
How much does a block paving driveway cost in Hereford?
Block paving in the Hereford area typically runs £80 to £120 per square metre, with tarmac usually £50 to £80 per square metre. Most full driveway projects land between £4,000 and £9,000 depending on size and ground conditions. We’ll give you an exact written quote after a free site visit.
How do you handle drainage rules for a Hereford driveway?
We design every driveway’s falls and drainage to current SUDS (sustainable drainage) guidance, so water soaks away on site rather than running off onto the road. This keeps the job compliant and avoids problems down the line.
Do you handle the groundwork, or just lay the surface?
We handle the whole job: groundwork, drainage and sub-base preparation as well as the finished surface. Skipping proper groundwork is the main reason driveways fail early, so we don’t cut that corner.
How long does a driveway installation take?
Most driveway projects take a few days to a week depending on size and ground conditions.
Do you offer written quotes?
Yes, every job gets a clear, fixed-price quote in writing before any work starts.
How far in advance should I book?
We’d recommend getting in touch as early as you can, particularly for spring and summer projects when demand is higher.
Ready for a driveway that's done properly, start to finish?
Get in touch for a free site visit and a written quote for your Hereford property.