Block paving driveway in Tuxford, Nottinghamshire
A large charcoal herringbone block paving drive with a buff border, curving round gravel to the double garage of a detached house in Tuxford.
The project in short
This Tuxford job is a big charcoal herringbone block drive that sweeps from the road to a double garage, with a buff border tracing its curved edge and gravel either side. Tuxford is further out than most of PaveForce's work around Mansfield and Chesterfield, and the job shows block paving suiting a larger frontage as well as a small family drive.
How it looks, step by step.
Photographs from the job. Tap to enlarge.
Is block paving right for a large driveway?
On a long drive the pattern and the border do the work. Herringbone keeps a large area of charcoal from looking like a single flat colour, and the buff border follows the curve all the way round, so the edge reads as designed rather than cut off. The gravel on both sides gives the drive a soft surround.
How is new block paving joined to an old apron?
The road end of the drive meets an existing red block-paved apron. Where new work joins old, the levels and the line of the edge are the details to check, because a small step or a wandering line shows at once. Ask how the new surface is tied into what is already there.
Does PaveForce work in Tuxford?
PaveForce mainly works around Mansfield and Chesterfield. Tuxford, in north Nottinghamshire, sits outside that corridor, and Bassetlaw District Council handles planning for front-garden drives there. If you are near Tuxford, send your postcode and James will say whether he can take the job on.
Block paving on a large drive
| Feature | Why it matters | On this drive |
|---|---|---|
| Pattern | A large area needs texture | Herringbone across the whole field |
| Border | Defines the curve and the edge | Buff border following the curve |
| Surroundings | Soft edges stop a large drive feeling hard | Gravel either side |
| Joins | New meets old at the road | Existing block apron at the road end |
What customers say about larger jobs.
“My driveway for 3 cars was finished in just 3 days. They sent me all the details of what jobs will be done, what materials will be used, and loads of pictures of their other finished projects.”Gediminas MilasiusGoogle review · September 2024
“Arrived early on the day to start the job and never stopped right through till late. It was raining the following day but exactly the same, non stop till the job was done, cleaning up right through to just before leaving.”Mitch GreenGoogle review · July 2025
“He explained the process and options for the block paving. Started promptly and worked in a tidy and efficient manner. The workmanship and materials are of the highest quality and the finished results are stunning.”Zahid SaiyedGoogle review · July 2025
FAQ
Questions about this job.
Straight answers on councils, planning and what to ask a quote to include.
Ask James your own questionDo you work in Tuxford?
PaveForce mainly covers Mansfield and Chesterfield and the towns between and around them. Tuxford is further out. Send your postcode and James will tell you whether he can take it on.
Is block paving a good choice for a large driveway?
Yes. Herringbone and a contrasting border stop a large area looking plain, and individual blocks can be lifted for repairs. A large drive needs a sound, compacted base, so ask what goes underneath.
Who handles planning in Tuxford?
Tuxford is in Bassetlaw district, so planning goes to Bassetlaw District Council. The Planning Portal sets the national rule for front gardens. Check your own address with the council.
More PaveForce jobs near Mansfield.
Other driveways James has photographed from start to finish.
Sources, checked 20 October 2026: Planning Portal: paving your front garden. Rules can change, so check your own address with the council.