Fence Repairs
Storm damage, leaning posts, and broken boards on existing close board runs.
Learn More →Close Board Fencing in Chesterfield — Free Quote
Featheredge fencing built board by board on site — the strongest timber boundary for gardens across Chesterfield.
What Is Close Board Fencing?
Close board fencing — also called featheredge fencing — is one of the most popular choices for garden boundaries across Chesterfield, and it's easy to see why. Unlike pre-made lap panels that slot between posts, close board is built on site board by board. Each featheredge board overlaps the next and is fixed to horizontal arris rails running between the posts. The result is a solid, wind-resistant fence with no gaps.
We build close board runs with pressure-treated timber throughout — posts, arris rails, gravel boards, and boards. Gravel boards sit at the bottom between the posts and keep the featheredge boards off the ground, which is where rot starts on cheaper fences. A capping rail across the top protects the end grain of the boards from rain. Posts are set in postcrete at 1.8m or 3m centres depending on fence height and how exposed the boundary is.
In exposed areas like Brimington and Whittington Moor, we recommend concrete posts over timber — they handle wind load and wet clay ground far better long-term. On sheltered rear gardens in Hasland and Newbold, tanalised timber posts work well and keep the cost down. Either way, we run a string line and build straight — no wavy top lines or gaps you can see through.
Why Choose Close Board Fencing?
Solid, private, and built to handle Derbyshire weather — here's what you get.
Wind Resistant
Board-by-board construction handles gusts far better than slot-in panels — important on open boundaries in Calow and Boythorpe.
Full Privacy
Overlapping boards give a solid screen with no gaps — proper privacy between you and your neighbours.
Follows Slopes
Built on site, close board follows sloping gardens step-by-step — unlike rigid panels that leave gaps at the bottom.
Easy to Repair
Individual boards can be swapped without dismantling the whole fence — handy after storm damage.
Long Lifespan
Pressure-treated timber, gravel boards, and capping rails mean 15–20 years with proper maintenance — not three years like cheap panels.
Concrete Post Option
Concrete posts and gravel boards available for wet ground and exposed sites — standard on many Chesterfield rear boundaries.
Our Close Board Installation Process
From first enquiry to finished fence — here's how it works.
1
Enquire
Call or fill in the quote form. Tell us the approximate length, height, and your location in Chesterfield.
2
Site Visit
We measure the run, check the ground, and discuss timber vs concrete posts and board height options.
3
Written Quote
You get a clear quote covering materials, post centres, removal of old fencing if needed, and timescales.
4
Build On Site
Posts set in postcrete, arris rails fixed, boards nailed board by board along a string line. Site cleared when done.
Related Services
Often booked alongside close board fencing in Chesterfield.
Areas We Cover
Close board fencing installed across Chesterfield and nearby. Working in your neighbourhood? We cover your area.
"Had close board put in along the full back garden in Newbold — concrete posts, gravel boards, about 18 metres. Straight as a die and they took the old lap panels away. Exactly what we wanted."
Close Board Fencing FAQs
Common questions about featheredge fencing in Chesterfield.
With pressure-treated timber, concrete posts, and gravel boards keeping the boards off the ground, a properly built close board fence in Chesterfield typically lasts 15–20 years. Exposed sites in Brimington or Whittington Moor benefit from concrete posts over timber — they handle wind load and wet ground far better long-term.
Close board (featheredge) fencing is built board by board on site between posts — each board overlaps the next and is nailed to arris rails. Panel fencing uses pre-made sections slotted between posts. Close board is stronger in wind, follows slopes better, and individual boards can be replaced without taking down the whole panel.
Most garden fences under 2 metres high (or 1 metre if next to a highway) don't need planning permission in Chesterfield. Front boundaries along public roads and listed buildings have stricter rules. If you're unsure, we can advise when we measure up — or check with Chesterfield Borough Council before we start.
Timber posts work well on sheltered rear gardens with decent drainage. Concrete posts are worth the extra cost on exposed boundaries, sloping ground, or anywhere the soil stays wet — common in parts of Newbold and Hasland. Concrete posts also make board replacement easier if a board gets damaged later.
A typical 15–20 metre rear garden run takes one to two days depending on post type, ground conditions, and whether we're removing an old fence first. We'll give you a clear timescale in your written quote after the site visit.
Get a Free Quote From a Local Chesterfield Team
If you already know what service you need, fill in the form and we will come back to you within 2 hours with a clear next step. No pressure and no vague promises.
We can quote for close board runs, repairs, side gates, commercial perimeters, and security fencing. If access is tight or you are unsure on timber vs concrete posts, add that in the message and we will advise properly.
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