Best Places and Services in Smisby, Derbyshire (2025)

Rating: 5 / 5

Having moved into a new-build property, it took us several changes of mind to decide on a landscaping plan, and throughout all of the uncertainty we had very patient, positive responses and suggestions from Laura and Jack before settling on the final design and quote. When the work started we were impressed with the quality and precision of the emerging raised beds and patio. Despite the harsh weather, Jack and Josh turned up cheerfully every day in snow and rain, making great progress when we would've given up! We were left with a tidy garden, pathways and drive when the job was completed, and we are so pleased with the results that we are already planning the planting and maybe some further landscaping. If we ever make our minds up then it will be Lazy Days we call upon to help is again, thoroughly recommended!

Rating: 5 / 5

What an amazing team! 🤗 Laura was great with ideas and suggestions for my garden transformation, very friendly, knowledgeable and informative. Jack is very personable and kept me informed with every step, he’s a patient guy and no amount of questions from me was too many! He and Josh are extremely hard working, respectful of property and clearly care about the environment. The work is 100% professional using quality materials. After every day, my path was swept and everything was tidy, I really couldn’t recommend this small business enough! An absolute pleasure from the beginning, although there is a little more work to be done, but waiting for drier weather, hopefully not too long. Thank you Lazy Days 🙏

Rating: 5 / 5

Having an extra large garden, no time to maintain it the way I would like and a disabled child (who loves to be outside) we needed to freshen things up. Cue lazy days, Laura was full of useful ideas which were carefully planned out while Jack and Josh expertly brought them to fruition. This was a long process due to the amount of work involved and to make matters worse we have a very long sweeping driveway, which made removal of waste & delivery’s difficult as they could not gain access, so everything had to be taken to and from the gated entrance. Nothing was too much trouble for Jack and Josh, collections/deliveries were all planned out as to not leave us without access to the property, everything was swept and cleaned at the end of each day. Josh constantly put in a hard shift & Jack is obviously very knowledgeable and skilled at his job but his attention to detail was second to none. They are all very hard working and provide a high end result. We now have a fantastic & safe outdoor area. I can’t thank Laura, Jack & Josh enough. I would not hesitate to recommend Lazy Days for any gardening needs.

Rating: 5 / 5

Large garden that was completely out of control, Lazy Days did a complete restoration job returning it to its former glory. Prompt response, good price, they delivered what we agreed, on time and budget. Very happy with the results, would highly recommend them.

Rating: 5 / 5

Very happy with all the work done by Ste..he is hardworking, leaves everything tidy, would highly recommend

Rating: 5 / 5

Steve comes over to my house once a while to do some gardening work, - lawn, hedges etc. Always does a great job and tidies up neatly. Good, honest, hard working guy and can 100% recommend him to anyone considering!

Rating: 5 / 5

We found Steve very prompt and efficient when we contacted him to clean our guttering out. He provided photos of the state of the guttering before and after the cleaning. Would highly recommend.

Rating: 5 / 5

We had both front and back gardens lanscaped, hedge trimmed and shapped, we also used Steven for the reconditioning of our facia and soffits, this included the clean out and clenaing of our gutters. Steven was always on time, professional and most of all provided a brilliant service and final product, the price was more than reasonable. We have already made plans to use his services again for other house maintance. I highly recommend him to anyone who is not fully aware of all the details, hes more than happy to explain the process and is very honest.

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic service, you will benefit from the wealth of knowledge and professionalism.

Rating: 5 / 5

From the initial consultation to the final product Tracey has carried out the work professionally and to the agreed specification. The design that was created incorporated my own suggestions along with Traceys recommendations and the final garden looks great. Tracey was always on time and tidies yo before leaving each day. I would highly recommend Bretby Borders for all types of garden work: big or small.

Rating: 5 / 5

Highly recommended. Listened and understood our requirements perfectly and delivered a Garden we love.

Rating: 5 / 5

Rating: 5 / 5

Amazing design and consultation from Anna to make our garden truly special but also practical for our family, plant sourcing, advice and communication have all been excellent.

Rating: 4 / 5

Rating: 5 / 5

Garden Rangers have recently paid me one of their two per year visits to trim & shape the ivy growing on the front of my house. Their work is always of a very high standard & I can’t praise them highly enough for their thoroughness & attention to detail. They never disappoint & I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending them.

Rating: 5 / 5

Really happy with the work done, in grim weather too! Every last twig and branch was taken away too leaving the garden looking fab and ready for Spring planting.

Rating: 5 / 5

I was very pleased with the work Jonathan and his team did for me. Jonathan responded to my initial query quickly and gave me a very reasonable quote. For the work itself they were slightly delayed but kept me informed. The team were a nice bunch of lads who worked hard all day. I would definitely recommend them based on my experience.

Rating: 5 / 5

John and the team were excellent. We had a change in circumstances that meant changing the quote and work schedule which was all worked through and consulted over. The garden clearance and removal of ivy and weeds left the place looking like a whole new garden. The team went above and beyond, were honest what they could and couldn’t do and even gave some helpful advice on what to do next to maintain it. Definitely use these guys again.

Rating: 5 / 5

Excellent quotation from them. Turned up on the appointed day promptly. The 3 operatives were efficient, soon clearing the weeds from 3 large borders and laying 1200 plus litres of bark. Highly recommended.

Rating: 5 / 5

We’ve had Stonebridge Garden Services to do a number of different jobs over the last year since moving into our bungalow. They are a truly ethical company with a really lovely team of people. The Stonebridge Team have totally transformed our front and back gardens from very depressing gravel, slate and grass to beautiful gardens. We now have trees, shrubs, perennials and spring bulbs, plus a hedge designed to attract wildlife. The team have laid slabs, built raised beds and renovated an old shed. They’ve cleaned and treated the decking and laid non slip strips to ensure safety in wet or icy weather. They have tackled it all with polite, and friendly good humour. We have only praise for the work carried out, and cannot recommend Stonebridge Garden Services highly enough.

Rating: 5 / 5

We have been extremely satisfied with the service (3 visits) and the skill and efficiency of the team. Also excellent communication. The team are polite and friendly. We would recommend them to anyone. We have also recommended them to friends of our daughters. Thank you Oliver, Gemma and team.

Rating: 5 / 5

We've been ashamed of our front garden for some time. Overgrown with weeds, and plants randomly plonked by the builders. As neither of us had the time, we called upon the services of Oliver. He was very polite and extremely helpful, providing a range of options and possibilities. A very fair quote, and quick turnaround - we now have a front garden to be proud of. Now we're thinking about what he can do with the back garden!

Rating: 5 / 5

Paul is very trustworthy always on time and very knowledgeable with plants and experience of what will grow and where and is always willing to give advice

Rating: 5 / 5

Connor of MAC Garden Services has been a fantastic find, his work ethics are very good. We had previously been let down by another landscape company and contacted MAC - from the start they gave us great confidence. The end "product" exceeds our expectations - so much so we have already given them a second project. These put other landscape companies to shame - Highly recommended hire these guys and you wont be disappointed.

Rating: 5 / 5

Highly recommended gardening service. We have been using them for a number of years.

Rating: 5 / 5

Rating: 5 / 5

Polite, regular and reliable. Ashby Grown has looked after my extensive lawns since summer 2014 and made a great job of bringing a 120 foot by 10 foot hedge under control - tidy and took all the cuttings away. Highly recommended.

Rating: 5 / 5

This smallish arboretum and nursery is an RHS partner garden. This is my 2nd visit here (first in the autumn) , and I can say that considering the volume of rain it's has hadto deal with its looking resplendent. There are parts slightly squelchy/muddy but you can pick your way around those few spots. The arboretum is just over 30 years old and it is amazing what has been achieved. Staff and owners are polite, helpful and informative. Highly recommended.

Rating: 5 / 5

An attractively laid out, relaxing, pleasantly shady woodland garden - full of interesting trees and shrubs from all over the world. Plants are well labelled and fascinating extra information is given for many of them. This is a garden for those who love plants in detail, rather than sheets of bright colour. The staff are friendly and helpful. Access with a wheelchair is OK if you can manage slightly uneven grass paths and the weather has been reasonably dry. Generous opening hours allow enjoyment of the garden free from crowds - then there is a well kept specialist tree and shrub nursery to explore.

Rating: 5 / 5

I have received my plants from Bluebell Aboretum and am highly delighted with them. Not only are they excellent but the nursery left me a voicemail advising me when they were going to be shipped, details of the plants ordered and how to plant them. Incredible service. I plan to visit them one very highly satisfied customer. Thank you.

Rating: 5 / 5

Hidden Wonder. Bought several trees and other plants from here over several visits. The staff are always very friendly, helpful and super knowledgeable. Update: recently also walked around the gardens. Very beautiful and serene. Many trees and shrubs have informative descriptions. Lovely place just to go for a walk or sit and enjoy the scenery.