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CW Stanley Surfacing Company

5.0

80 Reviews

Opening Hours
Today - 09:00–17:00
  • Monday 09:00–17:00
  • Tuesday 09:00–17:00
  • Wednesday 09:00–17:00
  • Thursday 09:00–17:00
  • Friday 09:00–17:00
  • Saturday 09:00–17:00
  • Sunday - Closed

About

We are a fourth generation, family business based in Wimborne, Dorset providing a range of driveway, patio and commercial services throughout the South. Established in 1956, we developed a reputation for quality, reliability and service. We have built our success in the private sector installing high quality surfaces.
We are Marshalls and Brett approved installers, this enables us to offer you up to 20 years product guarantee as well as up to 10 years installation guarantee, offering you assurance and peace of mind. We are also Dorset County Council - Trading Standards Approved and rated 'Excellent' on Trustpilot.
We have also won numerous quality awards for our installations over the years, one of our driveways featuring nationally in a product catalogue. Every installation is personally supervised by Colin or his sons ensuring our attention to the finest detail is upheld at all times.
Please contact us by telephone, e-mail, online form or see what we are currently transforming on our social media pages!

What we do

  • Groundwork contractors

  • Landscape contractors

    • Hard landscaping
  • Patios and driveways

    • Driveway installation and maintenance
    • Patio installation and maintenance
  • More Services

    • asphalt macadam block paving resin bound stone gravel

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Excellent in every way
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I would have no hesitation in recommending C W Stanley. From review and scope of the requirements in providing a quote (which remained the same at the end of the job) through to execution and completion, the team was courteous, clean, quick and thorough. Our drive is now the envy of our road. So refreshing to deal with honest and friendly tradesmen!
Nicole Posted on 06/09/2018 , work completed 06/09/2018
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Quality of job excellent. Very obliging. Very satisfied with the overall experience and finished job. Would recommend the trader. Well deserved high rating.
George, Dorset Posted on 01/05/2019 , work completed 01/05/2019
If you want a new driveway then Colin Stanley and his boys are the best
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The job was quoted as 2 days and it was finished in 2 days. No mess left behind just a beautiful new driveway. The team were smartly dressed and very polite. They even carried my shopping from the car. I have seen other driveways in my area and seen other companies working but if you want the best then Colin Stanley and his boys are the best. A big thank you to you all.
Customer in Dorset Posted on 07/05/2020 , work completed 04/05/2020
Excellent job done in good time!
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Colin, Aaron and the rest of the team did a first class job promptly and professionally. In the past we have had some poor experiences with Dorset tradespeople, so it was a refreshing change to deal with such a quality company. We hope they get through the current situation and thrive for many years to come.
Customer in Dorset Posted on 22/03/2020 , work completed 19/03/2020
Very pleased
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Aaron, Colin & team very smart & first class work to create tarmac & resin drive over 3 days. Efficient & tidy. Looks great. Very pleased.
Customer in Dorset Posted on 25/05/2020 , work completed 13/05/2020
Excellent workmanship
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Excellent workmanship and attention to detail. The team are very friendly and approachable. Highly recommended.
Stephen in Dorset Posted on 30/06/2021 , work completed 29/06/2021
Professional outfit
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I would definitely recommend this company, professional and pleasant to deal with. Carried out the work on time, excellent quality and communication was great.
Andy in Dorset Posted on 08/07/2021 , work completed 08/07/2021
Drive resurfacing
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Exceptional finish to our new driveway that totally exceeded our expectations when we saw it for the first time. Really pleased with every aspect of the service, seemed very much worth what we paid and would highly recommend this company.
Customer in Dorset Posted on 02/05/2021 , work completed 20/04/2021
C.W.Stanley Surfacing and Landscape
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Our third job carried out by this firm - to their usual standard of attention to detail, and finish. Leave them alone, apart from tea and biscuits occasionally, and enjoy, like us, the sight of a very good job done at the end. Thanks again, guys.
Peter in Dorset Posted on 23/03/2022 , work completed 23/03/2022
Resin drive and entrance steps.
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If you are looking for high quality work carried out by an exceptionally professional team then look no further than CW STANLEY. The complete job from start to finish was total perfection.
Customer in Dorset Posted on 15/05/2022 , work completed 12/05/2022
Outstanding!
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I would like to commend the work of C. W. Stanley – Surfacing and Landscape Company. The company have undertaken 2 extensive projects for us, and both were completed to the highest standards. The latest project was the resurfacing of our drive with permeable tarmac, to retile the floor of our porch, make some alterations to our garden walls and replace our drain covers. They also buried a telecommunications cable beneath the drive and up to the house. All the work was carried out with a high degree of professionalism, accuracy and attention to detail. This was a difficult job requiring excellent teamwork to achieve such outstanding results. There was a strong sense of pride in a job done well from all members of the team. Communication was excellent. From start to finish we were kept fully informed and were consulted and advised regarding all decisions. I was impressed by the technical expertise of the team and with their hard work. The project has improved the look of the house. All members of the team were a pleasure to work with and the project was completed efficiently and for a good price. All work was completed on schedule and disruption was kept to a minimum. The site was always left clean and tidy. We were fully informed about the tarmac and its aftercare. We were given contact details should we need further advice as well as a helpful information leaflet. I have no hesitation in recommending this company.
Customer in Dorset Posted on 26/10/2023 , work completed 25/10/2023
Excellent company
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An extremely efficient company. All the lads were smart, polite and very hard working. Did a great job on our large, sloping driveway. Would highly recommend.
Customer in Hampshire Posted on 20/03/2025 , work completed 20/03/2025
I cannot recommend CW Stanley enough
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I cannot recommend CW Stanley enough right from the first time I met Aaron Stanley I could immediately tell this was going to be the company I would chose for our driveway. My wife and I are very pleased with our contractor choice, the team arrived and we observed workmanship and a customer care standard of the highest quality.
Customer in Dorset Posted on 23/09/2025 , work completed 23/09/2025
The best in class driveway contractors
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We utilised Aaron & the team at CW Stanley to completely refurbish our driveway and car parking area after the original installation (7 years ago) started to fail. The team came up with a number of options and clearly set out the benefits of each approach and made their recommendation (this was not for the most expensive). Communication was first class before, during and after the work. The quality of their work and professionalism was first class with the site left spotless after they finished. We are very happy customers.
Customer in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Posted on 29/09/2025 , work completed 05/09/2025
Superb service indeed
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From quote to finish, I received excellent customer service. Great team, so polite, and hard workers.
Customer in Dorset Posted on 24/07/2025 , work completed 24/07/2025
Excellent Work
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I was very happy with the work that was done, it was excellent. It was all completed on time and to budget and there were no problems at all. I would definitey recommend the business to other customers.
Mrs Hewison, Bournemouth Posted on 07/06/2016 , work completed 07/06/2016
Exellent work
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Colin was recommended to me by a friend whose driveway I had admired. I was very pleased with the work he did on my own driveway, and would definitely recommend him myself. I had no problems at all, the work was excellent.
Mrs Young, Poole Posted on 07/06/2016 , work completed 07/06/2016
Quickly & efficiently
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The job of re-tarmacking my drive was quickly and efficiently done. The workmen were a pleasure to have around.
Mary, Dorset Posted on 26/02/2018 , work completed 26/02/2018
Very professional job
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Charlie came round to give us a quote to re do our rear patio. He sent through the quote within two days. We accepted his quote and the work was booked in. The guys turned up on the allotted day to do the prep work all clean and tidy. Then, last Thursday they were back to apply the resin coat. No mess and all the work was carried out very professionaly.
Rob, Dorset Posted on 23/08/2018 , work completed 23/08/2018
A professional job.
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Colin Stanley and his team have worked hard for five days to complete a tarmac driveway. As with all professional jobs, the preparation took the time. The team were friendly but fully committed to doing the job professionally and left the site looking really good. They removed all their materials to leave the site clean and tidy.
David, Dorset Posted on 06/12/2019 , work completed 06/12/2019
Dilligent and professioanal company
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I very rarely write reviews, but on this occasion, I am more than happy to do so. In my view, there are four types of companies - (1) bad (2) OK (3) good (4) outstanding. This company easily fits into category (4). The work involved extensive groundwork in preparation for the laying of about 90m2 Tegula Drivesett block paviors. The work was completed on time and to the agreed budget. As soon as I met Colin Stanley I knew that his company would be awarded the contract. He was agreeable, honest, helpful, and very knowledgeable. Nothing was too much trouble. This firm comes highly recommended.
Customer in Dorset Posted on 18/06/2020 , work completed 17/06/2020
Outstanding work
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I am delighted with the landscaping of my garden. The work was completed to a very high standard. The crew were professional, reliable, courteous and always tidied up at the end of each day. I got the impression that this is a company which takes great pride in the standard of work they deliver. Outstanding.
Customer in Dorset Posted on 13/11/2020 , work completed 13/11/2020
Patio, back garden access via new steps, fencing and driveway.
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We had our back garden patio relaid with Indian sandstone, new fencing around rear garden, steps installed for easier access to new patio and driveway laid to complete the front of the house. CW Stanley..what can we say, you were all absolutely outstanding. Punctual, no hidden extras, excellent communication and worked 100% with us financially. Highly recommended, extremely helpful and just a great team that went above and beyond. Would also like to say thank you for how tidy you left everything after each day you went home. Highly recommended!
Theresa in Dorset Posted on 18/08/2021 , work completed 17/08/2021
First class.
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We were so pleased with the work Aaron and his team did on our driveway a few years ago that we knew they would be the right people to build us a much needed patio, and we weren’t wrong. Why were they the right people? Well it’s quite simple, they are one hundred percent focused on customer satisfaction, they have ‘old school’ quality values, every customer is special no matter how big or small the job. A team who are polite, attentive, genuine and honest and nothing is to much trouble. We are absolutely delighted with our new patio, high quality workmanship, high quality stone and the work completed when they said they would and all at a fair price. Would we recommend CW Stanley, without a doubt. Thank you Aaron and your team.
Customer in Dorset Posted on 30/03/2022 , work completed 11/03/2022
Replacement Driveway
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The work we had undertaken involved the removal of a badly cracked concrete driveway and replacement by tarmac and brick edging. Very professional service, from the start of our dealings with the firm, using their website, through arranging an initial site meeting, followed by a detailed quotation and subsequent work undertaken on site. Although there was a several month wait before the work could be undertaken, due to their existing commitments (of which we were advised at the outset), the actual work was undertaken several days before the provisionally agreed date and completed within the expected timescale. It also was in accordance with the quotation provided. At all times, their staff were polite, helpful and well presented. When on site, their team were efficient, disciplined, courteous, well behaved and minimised disruption to our neighbours. Machinery and materials arrived when required and were on site for no longer than necessary. We were grateful for advice received from Charlie Stanley before, during and after the works and his willingness to answer any queries we might have had. The whole experience exceeded our expectations and we are very happy to recommend their services to any other prospective clients.
Customer in Dorset Posted on 25/08/2023 , work completed 14/08/2023