Addagrip revitalises pathways at Cowbridge Physic Garden

BALI Registered Affiliate member Addagrip is delighted to have been involved in this stunning project to revitalise the pathways at the Physic Garden in South Glamorgan using Terrabase Classic Resin Bound paving.

Having completed the construction of the Cowbridge Physic Garden in 2006, Addagrip approved installer Landcraft Projects Ltd was delighted to be approached by The Cowbridge Physic Garden Trust to advise on an alternative surface for the original stone dust paths which had begun to wear and breakdown leading to an uneven surface and muddy conditions in wet weather.

Having seen Terrabase Rustic used in Kew Gardens, The Physic Garden Trust were keen to have a similar surface in the garden and Landcraft were able to advise and provide samples of the many options available. To help them with their final decision, members of the trust arranged a visit to Kew Gardens to view the Terrabase resin bound system in-situ and to discuss how the new surfacing is performing. Following their discussions with Addagrip and the staff at Kew, the Trust decided on Terrabase Classic - the Terrabase system with a smaller 6mm Chestnut finish laid to a depth of 30mm.

The garden is a very popular attraction in the historical market town of Cowbridge and attracts visitors from across the UK and beyond so the trust was keen to keep disruption to a minimum. With the limited access and the need to keep the garden open, Landcraft Projects proposed a 6-week programme with the surfacing works being undertaken in phases. Having removed and replaced approximately 500m2 of stone dust with the new Terrabase Classic surface, whilst maintaining public access into and through the garden for all but one day, the works were completed a week ahead of programme.

Addagrip think the newly surfaced paths are a great addition to the garden with the subtle hues of the Chestnut blend providing effective delineation without detracting from the planting and will ensure the garden remains accessible to all.

The installation was completed in April 2019.

Article sourced from BALI Registered Affiliate member Addagrip