The Shire General Contracting

Landscaping & Building

Sleeper Walls & Beds

Railway sleeper retaining walls, raised beds and edging.

Hardwood and softwood sleepers create beautiful, robust raised beds, retaining walls and garden edging — perfect for tiered gardens and modern landscaping.

We install new oak, pine and reclaimed sleepers using galvanised fixings and proper drainage detailing. All retaining sleeper walls are engineered to support the soil load.

Types & features

  • New oak sleepers
  • Treated softwood sleepers
  • Reclaimed sleepers (where appropriate)
  • Raised beds and planters
  • Retaining walls

Why homeowners choose this

  • Strong rustic character
  • Quick installation
  • Excellent for sloped gardens
  • Long-lasting
  • Versatile design options

Areas covered

Sleeper Walls & Beds across Hertfordshire

We install across these areas — pick yours for local information and references.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How long do sleepers last?

Treated softwood sleepers last 10–15 years, oak sleepers 20+ years.

We typically build sleeper retaining walls up to 1m without engineering input. Above that we engineer a tied-back design.

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