Driveways across Medway, from Rochester to Gillingham

Driveways across Medway, from Rochester to Gillingham

Block paving, resin and tarmac across ME1–ME8. Free advice on Medway Council's dropped-kerb process.
  • Block paving driveways - hundreds of colours & patterns
  • Resin bound driveways - modern & permeable
  • 5-year guarantee on all driveway installations
  • Free quotes - no obligation estimates
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Driveway Transformations in Medway

From start to finish - see how we transform tired driveways into stunning entrances in Medway

Before: Old driveway in Medway
Before

Old, tired driveway ready for transformation

During: Foundation work in Medway
During

Professional foundation and base preparation

During: Block paving installation in Medway
During

Expert block paving installation in progress

After: Stairs and walls in Medway
After

Beautiful stairs and retaining walls

After: Wall and lighting in Medway
After

Professional walls with integrated lighting

After: Completed driveway in Medway
After

Stunning finished driveway transformation

Brett Approved Installer

Brett Approved Installer

Sterling Projects is a Brett Approved Installer, ensuring quality block paving and driveway installation across Kent.

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What Does Brett Approved Mean?

As a Brett Approved Installer, Sterling Projects has been certified by Brett Landscaping, one of the UK's leading block paving manufacturers. This means:

  • We meet the highest standards for block paving installation
  • We use premium quality Brett materials and follow best practices
  • Your installation is backed by both our guarantee and Brett's quality assurance

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Full Driveway Installation Services — Medway

Everything we deliver as part of a driveway project in Medway.

  • Driveway Lighting
  • Drainage Solutions
  • Kerbs & Edging
  • Retaining Walls
  • Brickwork & Pillars
  • Driveway Sealing
  • Landscaping
  • Material Selection

Driveway Contractors in Medway

Our driveway installation services are well known throughout Medway. We provide professional driveway contractors to the following locations:

Professional Driveway Services Throughout Medway

Areas We Cover:

  • Chatham Driveways - Historic dockyard block paving specialists
  • Gillingham Driveways - Riverside driveway experts
  • Rochester Driveways - Cathedral city paving services
  • Strood Driveways - Riverside installations
  • Rainham Driveways - Expert block paving contractors
  • Hoo Driveways - Peninsula area specialists

Driveway Installation FAQs — Medway

Planning, councils and ground conditions specific to Medway.

Do I need planning permission for a driveway in Medway?

The national Permitted Development rule applies across Medway — permeable surfacing or under 5m² of impermeable draining to soft landscaping needs no permission. Conservation areas in Rochester (around the Castle and Cathedral precinct) and parts of historic Chatham carry Article 4 directions that remove those rights, so Medway Council's conservation-area map is the first stop before ordering materials. Every driveway we install is designed to meet drainage requirements as standard — so in most cases there's nothing extra for you to worry about. If your property has any unusual circumstances, just ask and we'll advise.

How do I apply for a dropped kerb in Medway?

Medway is a unitary authority, so dropped-kerb applications are handled by Medway Council directly — not by KCC as with the rest of Kent. A £331.40 inspection fee is payable at application and is non-refundable if the application is declined, and construction must be carried out by an approved contractor from Medway's approved list (Volker Highways typically). We factor the different process and lead time into every Medway quote.

What ground conditions should I expect in Medway?

Medway ground conditions split sharply between the chalk of the North Downs — free-draining and ideal for permeable driveways around Chatham's hilltops and the Hoo peninsula — and river alluvium along the valley floor through Rochester, Strood and Gillingham. Alluvium has poor bearing capacity and a high water table, which typically forces a raised threshold, thicker sub-base and piped drainage rather than a soakaway. We confirm the ground type on site before finalising any Medway spec.

What Our Customers Say

Real reviews from satisfied customers across Medway

"Sterling Projects recently completed a driveway installation for me, and I am extremely pleased with the results. The workmanship was of a very high standard, and the team demonstrated professionalism throughout the entire project."

Shibu Chacko MBE

Medway/Rochester

2026-01-27

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"We couldn't be happier with our new driveway. Marc and the team transformed our tired old driveway into a stunning block-paved entrance. Professional from start to finish!"

— Pat Martin, Medway