Close Board Fencing
New close board runs with a matching gate at the side passage.
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Side gates, garden gates, and driveway gates supplied and fitted — matched to your fence with hardware that lasts.
Garden Gate Supply & Installation
A gate is the part of your fence you use every day — and it's usually the first thing to sag, stick, or pull its hinges out of a rotten post. We supply and fit garden gates across Chesterfield: side gates for narrow passages between terraces in Newbold and Hasland, rear garden gates for bin access, and wider driveway gates for front paths off the A61 and Boythorpe.
We build timber gates to match your existing fencing — close board, lap panel, or picket — or supply metal and composite gates where that's what you want. Every gate is hung on galvanised hook-and-band or tee hinges, not the cheap zinc ones that rust through in a couple of winters. Gate posts take more stress than fence posts, so we use heavier timber or concrete posts set deep in postcrete to stop the gate dragging within a year.
On Victorian terraces near Chesterfield town centre, side passages are often tight — 750mm to 900mm wide with a step or slope. We measure the opening on site and build the gate to fit, accounting for ground clearance and latch height. If the existing gate posts are rotten, we'll set new ones before hanging — there's no point fitting a decent gate on posts that won't hold it.
Why Choose Our Gate Installation?
Built to fit, hung properly, and fitted with hardware that won't fail.
Matched to Your Fence
Same board type, height, and finish as your existing boundary — not a mismatched off-the-shelf gate.
Galvanised Hardware
Hook-and-band hinges, ring latches, and drop bolts that handle Derbyshire weather without rusting through.
Custom Widths
Gates built to your exact opening — essential for narrow side passages on older Chesterfield terraces.
Heavy-Duty Posts
Gate posts sized and set deeper than standard fence posts — stops sagging and hinge pull-out.
Driveway Gates
Wider gates for front paths and driveways with adjustable hinges to carry the extra weight.
Re-Hanging & Repairs
Existing gate dropped on its hinges? We re-hang, replace hardware, or swap posts without a full new fence.
Our Gate Installation Process
From measuring your opening to a gate that latches properly.
1
Enquire
Tell us the gate type — side, garden, or driveway — and send photos of the opening if you can.
2
Measure Up
We check the opening width, ground level, post condition, and which way the gate should swing.
3
Quote
Written quote covering the gate, posts if needed, hardware, and fitting. No obligation.
4
Fit & Adjust
Posts set, gate hung, latch aligned, drop bolt fitted if required. Cleared up when we leave.
Related Services
Often booked together with a new gate.
Areas We Cover
Garden gates fitted across Chesterfield. Working in your neighbourhood? We cover your area.
"Needed a side gate matching the existing close board fence in Hasland. They measured the narrow passage properly, built the gate to fit, and hung it with hinges that actually latch. No dragging on the floor."
Garden Gate FAQs
Common questions about gate supply and fitting in Chesterfield.
Yes. We build timber gates to match close board, lap panel, or picket fencing — same board type, height, and finish. For side passages on Victorian terraces in Chesterfield town centre and Newbold, we measure the opening precisely and build the gate to fit rather than forcing a standard size.
Side gates are typically 750mm to 900mm wide for pedestrian access through a narrow passage. We measure your opening on site — including any slope or step — and confirm the width and height before building. A gate that's too wide will drag on the ground; too narrow and you lose clearance for bins and wheelbarrows.
Yes. If existing posts are rotten or missing, we set new timber or concrete posts in postcrete and hang the gate on galvanised hinges. Gate posts take more load than fence posts — we use heavier section timber or concrete and set them deep enough to stop sagging within a year.
Galvanised or stainless steel hinges, ring latches, thumb latches, and drop bolts depending on what you need. Cheap zinc hinges rust through in a Derbyshire winter — we don't use them. For driveway gates we fit adjustable hook-and-band hinges that carry the extra weight.
A standard side gate with existing posts takes half a day. If we need to set new posts and build a gate from scratch, allow a full day. We'll confirm in your written quote after measuring up on site.
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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