A family firm transforming Northamptonshire gardens

John Steele started JJ Groundworks with a simple frustration: too many gardens were being built quickly and cheaply, only to fail a season or two later. He wanted to do the opposite — proper groundworks, proper drainage, proper finishes — the kind of work that still looks and performs brilliantly a decade on.

That reputation grew by word of mouth across Northamptonshire, and today Connor leads the day-to-day running of the business, keeping his dad's standard on every single job. Being shortlisted as a Landscaper of the Year finalist was a proud moment for the whole family — but the reviews from local homeowners mean just as much.

We're proud to be EcoWarriors, too: designing and building gardens that are beautiful, hard-wearing and kinder to the environment. From a single patio to a full garden transformation, you'll always deal with the family who actually do the work.