Blog – Garden & Landscape Design

Blogs from Compass Garden and Landscape Design, who also offer planting & gardening advice in South West England.

Spring Garden Revival: Preparing Your Bristol & Somerset Landscape for Summer

As the frost retreats from the Somerset levels and the...

Tom MurphyApril 1, 2026

New build garden design project in Bristol by Compass Garden Design

Garden Designers in Bristol: What They Actually Do and Why You Need One

Many homeowners think a garden designer just “picks out pretty...

Tom MurphyMarch 11, 2026

7 Expert Tips for a Stunning Low-Maintenance Garden in Bristol & the South West

We all lead busy lives, and while we crave a...

Tom MurphyFebruary 18, 2026

Bespoke outdoor kitchen designs for Bristol & Bath

Bespoke Outdoor Kitchen: The 365-Day Culinary Design for Bristol & Bath Homes

January in the South West often brings a chill to...

Tom MurphyJanuary 29, 2026

Designing a Bespoke Garden Studio for Wiltshire Homes

For many family home owners across the UK, especially in...

Tom MurphyNovember 18, 2025

Transform Your Outdoor Space into a Luxurious All-Season Room

The quintessential British garden is often seen as a fair-weather...

Tom MurphyOctober 15, 2025

Designing a Future-Proof Family Garden: Sustainable Solutions for Bristol Gardens

Are you a family homeowner in Bristol, Bath, or the...

Tom MurphySeptember 11, 2025

Effortless Outdoor Living: Low-Maintenance Garden Designs for Busy Bristol Families

In today’s fast-paced world, many of us dream of a...

Tom MurphyAugust 25, 2025

Small Garden Design Ideas for Bristol Homes

Living in Bristol, we cherish our beautiful homes, but often,...

Mario TJune 11, 2025

The Ultimate Guide to Garden Design in Bristol: From Consultation to Creation

Dreaming of a beautiful outdoor space in Bristol? Whether you’re...

Tom MurphyMay 22, 2025

Designing Your Dream Garden in Somerset

Imagine stepping outside into your very own Somerset sanctuary. Perhaps...

Tom MurphyApril 1, 2025

Small Garden Design Ideas for Bristol Homes

Living in vibrant Bristol often means embracing charming, characterful homes...

Tom MurphyMarch 20, 2025

Spring Garden Revival: Preparing Your Bristol & Somerset Landscape for Summer

April 1, 2026 | by Tom Murphy

As the frost retreats from the Somerset levels and the cherry blossoms begin to bloom across Bristol, April marks the...

Garden Designers in Bristol: What They Actually Do and Why You Need One

March 11, 2026 | by Tom Murphy

Many homeowners think a garden designer just “picks out pretty plants.” In reality, a professional garden designer is part architect,...

7 Expert Tips for a Stunning Low-Maintenance Garden in Bristol & the South West

February 18, 2026 | by Tom Murphy

We all lead busy lives, and while we crave a beautiful outdoor sanctuary to unwind in, few of us have...

Bespoke Outdoor Kitchen: The 365-Day Culinary Design for Bristol & Bath Homes

January 29, 2026 | by Tom Murphy

January in the South West often brings a chill to the air, but for the clever homeowner, it is the...

Designing a Bespoke Garden Studio for Wiltshire Homes

November 18, 2025 | by Tom Murphy

For many family home owners across the UK, especially in desirable areas like Bristol, Bath, and Wiltshire, space has become...

Transform Your Outdoor Space into a Luxurious All-Season Room

October 15, 2025 | by Tom Murphy

The quintessential British garden is often seen as a fair-weather friend-a cherished space for brief, sunny spells, only to be...

Designing a Future-Proof Family Garden: Sustainable Solutions for Bristol Gardens

September 11, 2025 | by Tom Murphy

Are you a family homeowner in Bristol, Bath, or the surrounding Somerset area, dreaming of a beautiful garden but worried...

Effortless Outdoor Living: Low-Maintenance Garden Designs for Busy Bristol Families

August 25, 2025 | by Tom Murphy

In today’s fast-paced world, many of us dream of a beautiful, tranquil garden to escape to. But for busy family...

Small Garden Design Ideas for Bristol Homes

June 11, 2025 | by Mario T

Living in Bristol, we cherish our beautiful homes, but often, the outdoor space can be a bit… compact. Whether you...

The Ultimate Guide to Garden Design in Bristol: From Consultation to Creation

May 22, 2025 | by Tom Murphy

Dreaming of a beautiful outdoor space in Bristol? Whether you’re in Clifton, Southville, Redland, or anywhere across our vibrant city,...

Designing Your Dream Garden in Somerset

April 1, 2025 | by Tom Murphy

Imagine stepping outside into your very own Somerset sanctuary. Perhaps it’s a contemporary space perfect for entertaining, a traditional cottage...

Small Garden Design Ideas for Bristol Homes

March 20, 2025 | by Tom Murphy

Living in vibrant Bristol often means embracing charming, characterful homes – and sometimes, that includes a rather compact outdoor space....