We are local specialists in brick & block driveways with over 25 years experience

Grounded in Experience:
How We Built a Reputation for Quiet Excellence

When it comes to construction and landscaping, it’s often the work you don’t see that matters most. Foundations, drainage, footings—these are the unseen elements that keep homes safe, driveways firm, and gardens functioning long after the dust has settled. In East Sussex and Kent, we at First Class Groundworks have earned a reputation for getting that unseen work absolutely right.

From our base in St Leonards-on-Sea, we as a family-run firm have been handling groundworks and paving for over 25 years. We’re not a company you’ll see shouting loudly online or covered in logos at trade fairs. Instead, our name circulates the old-fashioned way—passed on through word of mouth, trusted by those who’ve seen our work stand the test of time. Read more

      EXCELLENT  
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   Jo Garratt 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. First class service from start to finish. Communication was superb, Les made sure everything was correct and that we knew the process. Cannot fault anything about their work ethic, or standards.

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   Greg Lindley 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Les and his team did a great job on our driveway. Les helped us come up with a final design and we left him to it, whilst we went on holiday. We returned to find a "First Class" job had been done.
Trustworthy and professional. Les and the team completed the works on time and at a fair price.
  
 
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   Jacqueline Baughurst 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. An absolute pleasure to have Les undertake our new driveway on a difficult front garden, excavation, leveling, retaining sleepers and re turf of remaining front garden. I would recommend to anyone, nothing was too much trouble even with the job evolving and changing along the way. Always on time, polite and helpful in suggesting solutions. Will use again. Thanks!
  
 
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   Ian Fraser 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Said 3 days and was 3 days.  Very happy with the driveway and the step. Thank you Les and the team. Good job.
  
 
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   Philip Burdett 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. First class groundworks have constructed an extension for us as well as landscaping our garden, the quality of workmanship really is "first class" with attention to detail paramount,  communication from start to finish was reassuring as was dealing with various other trades and the building inspector, les has years of experience in the construction industry and it shows!!! Result....we have extra space inside and out which we absolutely Love, cannot reccomend them highly enough.
  
 
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   jodi burdett 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very professional.
Great workmanship.

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For a free quotation on your driveway or groundwork project, call us now on 07850 354 512

Doing the groundwork

We carry out the Groundwork for a variety of building work, including excavation, foundations, drainage, retaining walls, and, of course, paving. We can prepare your drive or garden for landscaping work and can take on all sizes of projects… Read more

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Paving and driveways

As well as laying the paving or tarmac for your drive, we can also offer advice on how to keep it looking smart and easy to maintain, making sure your driveway is hard-wearing and looks attractive into the future. We have a wide selection of styles of paving in our portfolio with prices to suit all budgets… Read more

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For a free quotation on your driveway or groundwork project, call us now on 07850 354 512

Mobility and disability

It is important that public buildings include access for those with a disability, and we are also able to modify your home to make it more accessible for wheelchair users or those with disabilities. These works can include adding ramps or slopes and handrails… Read more