“Chris and his whole team were very hardworking, friendly and professional. The quality of the work was impressive and at the end of every day, the area was left clean and tidy. Chris is very adaptable and communicative, making suggestions and explaining what needs doing and when. They arrived on time every day and worked in all weathers. Chris was always there at the beginning and end of the day and often throughout the day. He managed the project very well and if extra work was required, he talked it through first and gave an indication of the cost so there were no surprises at the end.”
Public evidence profile
Chris Darke Paving & Landscaping Limited
Companies House
Active incorporated business
Trust Score
54out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 98 reviews
- Reviewed 10 months ago
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume98
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say40.9 of 60
Independent checks8.1 of 30
Track record5.3 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 10.3
- Ways to reach them2.9 of 3.4
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 5.1
- Registered company details5.1 of 5.1
- Photos of their work0 of 4.3
- Industry recognition0 of 1.7
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ActiveActive incorporated business
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Legal nameChris Darke Paving & Landscaping Limited
Company number16984262
Incorporated
Registered activityLandscaping & gardening
Run by1 director (longest-serving director appointed in 2026)
Official checkOn the public register
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade98 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“We have just had Chris and his team replace the shabby old paved courtyard outside our house with beautiful red clay pavers in a herringbone pattern. They all worked incredibly hard on it, and Chris was good at keeping us informed of what was happening when. He also coordinated the removal of all the debris and the arrival of all the new pavers, drains, sand etc in a timely manner. No fuss was made when problems arose (e.g. discovery of a cracked soil pipe) and the attention to detail was excellent. I'd be happy to recommend RL Paving to friends and family.”
“RL Paving were professional and provided a competitive quote. Chris and Jamie did a stunning job clearing the area, digging out the old gravel, replacing the membraine and laying new gravel. Chris suggested that they tidy up the surrounding area - which they did with wood and cleared many, many weeds. They worked hard, were friendly, reliable/on time and completed the job in 2 days. I am THRILLED with the results and will be using them again in the future for any more work. I provide before and after pictures. Gravel ordered by myself. Wood supplied by Chris”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for Chris Darke Paving & Landscaping Limited, including the highlights above. The 98 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
Chris and his whole team were very hardworking, friendly and professional. The quality of the work was impressive and at the end of every day, the area was left clean and tidy. Chris is very adaptable and communicative, making suggestions and explaining what needs doing and when. They arrived on time every day and worked in all weathers. Chris was always there at the beginning and end of the day and often throughout the day. He managed the project very well and if extra work was required, he talked it through first and gave an indication of the cost so there were no surprises at the end.
We have just had Chris and his team replace the shabby old paved courtyard outside our house with beautiful red clay pavers in a herringbone pattern. They all worked incredibly hard on it, and Chris was good at keeping us informed of what was happening when. He also coordinated the removal of all the debris and the arrival of all the new pavers, drains, sand etc in a timely manner. No fuss was made when problems arose (e.g. discovery of a cracked soil pipe) and the attention to detail was excellent. I'd be happy to recommend RL Paving to friends and family.
RL Paving were professional and provided a competitive quote. Chris and Jamie did a stunning job clearing the area, digging out the old gravel, replacing the membraine and laying new gravel. Chris suggested that they tidy up the surrounding area - which they did with wood and cleared many, many weeds. They worked hard, were friendly, reliable/on time and completed the job in 2 days. I am THRILLED with the results and will be using them again in the future for any more work. I provide before and after pictures. Gravel ordered by myself. Wood supplied by Chris
Local context
Rated 5.0, above the local average for landscapers in Newton Abbot
Across 14 landscapers in Newton Abbot, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Sources
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About
Driveways / patios / paths in Newton Abbot, Devon.
Services they list
Artificial GrassBlock PavingBonded Aggregate SurfacingBrickwork in the GardenDriveway / Patio DesignDriveway RepairGarden DesignGarden Rooms / AnnexesGravel / Shingle DrivewaysGrounds MaintenanceHard LandscapingLandscape Contractor
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Areas served
DevonNewton Abbot
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Independent checks
About this business
A real, registered businessWe cross-checked Companies House: this business is officially registered for work that matches the landscaper services it advertises - independent confirmation it's a genuine business set up to do this kind of work, not just a directory entry.
Your own checks
What to check before you hire
Worth checking yourself
Their public evidence comes from a single source. Look them up on another site before deciding.
No credentials are shown here and the business has not claimed this profile. Ask to see certificates and insurance directly.
Get an itemised quote that separates plants and materials, any machinery or skip hire, and labour. A vague 'garden makeover' lump sum hides where the money goes and makes extra charges easy to add later.
Be wary of paying a large sum up front 'for materials'. Agree staged payments against work you can see completed, especially for hard landscaping like patios, decking, paving or driveways.
Tree work and anything near a boundary can be regulated. Protected trees and conservation areas often need permission, and removing a protected tree can be an offence. Confirm what is allowed, and that they carry public-liability insurance, before work starts.
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Common questions about Chris Darke Paving & Landscaping Limited
Is Chris Darke Paving & Landscaping Limited a legitimate business?
Chris Darke Paving & Landscaping Limited has 98 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. It is a registered business on Companies House, listed as active, and the public register shows no adverse status (no dissolution, insolvency or strike-off) against it. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about Chris Darke Paving & Landscaping Limited?
Chris Darke Paving & Landscaping Limited has 98 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know Chris Darke Paving & Landscaping Limited's reviews are genuine?
Chris Darke Paving & Landscaping Limited's 98 public reviews come from a named public review source, and MyTrustedTraders links every one back to where it was published, so you can open the source and read them yourself rather than trusting a single curated page. MyTrustedTraders brings this public evidence together with no ads and no paid placement: we show where every review came from rather than selling rankings, so you can weigh the evidence for yourself.
Is Chris Darke Paving & Landscaping Limited a registered business?
Chris Darke Paving & Landscaping Limited is a registered business on Companies House (company number 16984262), incorporated 23 Jan 2026, listed as active. This confirms the legal registration of the business, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.
What does Chris Darke Paving & Landscaping Limited specialise in?
Chris Darke Paving & Landscaping Limited lists specialist services including Artificial Grass, Block Paving, Bonded Aggregate Surfacing, Brickwork in the Garden, Driveway / Patio Design, Driveway Repair. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.