Fencing in Thame

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Thame's mix of town-centre cottages, post-war semis and newer estates on the edge of town means fencing jobs here vary a lot, from replacing one blown panel to re-fencing a long rear boundary backing onto fields. We cover Thame itself and nearby villages including Chinnor, Haddenham and Long Crendon. Closeboard and featheredge suit longer, more exposed gardens, while concrete posts and gravel boards are worth considering where the ground stays wet through winter. If you're in Haddenham or Long Crendon, remember those villages are in Buckinghamshire, so any planning questions go to Buckinghamshire Council rather than South Oxfordshire. Tell us what you need, how many metres or panels are involved and whether old fencing needs taking away, and we'll pass your request to up to three local fencers.

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Jobs we can help with

  • Fence panel replacement
  • New closeboard or featheredge fencing
  • Concrete posts and gravel boards
  • Garden and side gates
  • Storm damage repairs

Tips for Thame homeowners

  • Town centre or village edge? In and around Thame's High Street and the conservation area, front boundaries are part of the street scene, so low walls, railings or hedges may be expected. Rear garden fencing on estates further out is usually more straightforward.
  • Know which boundary is yours. Your title plan from HM Land Registry may show who is responsible for each boundary. If it doesn't, talk to your neighbour before a fence goes up, especially if the old one is coming down.
  • Heavy ground. The ground around Thame is often clay. Ask your fencer how deep posts will go and whether they'll be set in concrete or postcrete, as this affects how well they stay upright.
  • Planning and permissions. Under national permitted development rules, a fence, wall or gate can usually be up to 2 metres high, or 1 metre next to a road used by vehicles, without planning permission. Different rules can apply at listed buildings, in conservation areas and on some estates with planning conditions, so check with South Oxfordshire District Council if you're unsure. Haddenham and Long Crendon are just over the county line in Buckinghamshire, so planning questions there go to Buckinghamshire Council rather than South Oxfordshire.

Conservation areas and listed buildings. Thame town centre is a conservation area, and Chinnor has one too. Many older buildings around the High Street are listed. If that applies to you, check with South Oxfordshire District Council before you start. This is general guidance, not planning advice.