5.0 · 33 Google reviews

“The removal of 9 leylandii trees was seamless and I would not hesitate in recommending this family run business” — David Fletcher“Julian dealt with everything very professionally; from the site visit resulting in a clear quotation for the work” — Michael Wilson“The team of two was extremely hard working, friendly and knowledgeable.” — Donald and Monika Gordon“Punctual, polite and tidy plus knowledgeable and easy to talk to.” — Tim Walmsley“We would just like to say thank you to you & Matt for your sterling work over the last couple of days.” — Simon Kirkbright“They are reliable, they turn up when they say they will and tidy up after the work is done.” — Sandra van Heusden“They work efficiently and leave a very tidy garden behind them once the work is done. Highly recommend.” — John Bannerman“I’m absolutely delighted with the work done on my wildflower garden.” — Amanda Ure“Both jobs, tree removal and fencing were done very proficiently and he cleared everything away on completion. A very professional service all…” — John Read“Julian gave us excellent advice and various price options which allowed us to proceed with the project” — Andrew Wilson“Once again, a fantastic service from Julian and his wife. A pre job visit with a timely return addressing all we discussed.” — Culreoch“The works were conducted safely, professionally and to our complete satisfaction over four days” — Douglas Bruce“Once again a very professional and efficient service provided by Julian and his team. Would definitely recommend.” — Elizabeth Reekie“The work is of a very high standard using quality, long lasting material.” — Quintin Davies“Excellent, quality work that we are very pleased with. I highly recommend Julian, Jackie and the team.” — Ewan Stewart“We had a brilliant experience with Julian and his team when they created a lovely garden for us in our new build…” — Darren Buck“Julian undertook all the work to specification, depositing the chippings exactly where we wanted them” — Allan Petrie“Another fantastic job by Julian, Jackie and the team. They listen. Give honest estimates.” — Jane Summers“highly recommended , extremely pleased with the services” — Roubik A“I am delighted with the work which was done in my garden.” — Marjorie Smart“The quote was very detailed and accurate.” — Nina Stocks“We're really pleased with the end result - and Julian and his team were fantastic to deal with throughout. Definitely recommended!” — Tom Smitton“They arrived exactly when they said they would and worked flat out all day.” — Julie Mitchell-Mehta“Work was carried out professionally and to our satisfaction. They also made a great job of tidying up afterwards and removing all…” — R Milne“Julian made an excellent job of preparing the ground and installing the base for our summer house.” — Jill Bruce“The work was completed speedily and efficiently and they left the garden immaculate.” — Catherine Slater“Highly recommended. Very good liaison about appointments, and very good pruning work on trees and shrubs, despite bad weather conditions.” — Margaret Coutts“Julian did an amazing job of my garden, giving it a completely new look. I love it!” — A Tuckwell“They always do a great job, very punctual, very friendly. very knowledgeable. Excellent.” — Graham Adams“Fantastic job done, quality workmanship, would thoroughly recommend to anyone.” — Julie Huxham“Julian and his team did an excellent job of landscaping our garden.” — Andy Bevan“A wonderful job done, leaving the site immaculate afterwards. Thank you very much to the Julian Barclay team.” — Sawyer FamilyFive-star rating — Fiona Faulds

“The removal of 9 leylandii trees was seamless and I would not hesitate in recommending this family run business” — David Fletcher“Julian dealt with everything very professionally; from the site visit resulting in a clear quotation for the work” — Michael Wilson“The team of two was extremely hard working, friendly and knowledgeable.” — Donald and Monika Gordon“Punctual, polite and tidy plus knowledgeable and easy to talk to.” — Tim Walmsley“We would just like to say thank you to you & Matt for your sterling work over the last couple of days.” — Simon Kirkbright“They are reliable, they turn up when they say they will and tidy up after the work is done.” — Sandra van Heusden“They work efficiently and leave a very tidy garden behind them once the work is done. Highly recommend.” — John Bannerman“I’m absolutely delighted with the work done on my wildflower garden.” — Amanda Ure“Both jobs, tree removal and fencing were done very proficiently and he cleared everything away on completion. A very professional service all…” — John Read“Julian gave us excellent advice and various price options which allowed us to proceed with the project” — Andrew Wilson“Once again, a fantastic service from Julian and his wife. A pre job visit with a timely return addressing all we discussed.” — Culreoch“The works were conducted safely, professionally and to our complete satisfaction over four days” — Douglas Bruce“Once again a very professional and efficient service provided by Julian and his team. Would definitely recommend.” — Elizabeth Reekie“The work is of a very high standard using quality, long lasting material.” — Quintin Davies“Excellent, quality work that we are very pleased with. I highly recommend Julian, Jackie and the team.” — Ewan Stewart“We had a brilliant experience with Julian and his team when they created a lovely garden for us in our new build…” — Darren Buck“Julian undertook all the work to specification, depositing the chippings exactly where we wanted them” — Allan Petrie“Another fantastic job by Julian, Jackie and the team. They listen. Give honest estimates.” — Jane Summers“highly recommended , extremely pleased with the services” — Roubik A“I am delighted with the work which was done in my garden.” — Marjorie Smart“The quote was very detailed and accurate.” — Nina Stocks“We're really pleased with the end result - and Julian and his team were fantastic to deal with throughout. Definitely recommended!” — Tom Smitton“They arrived exactly when they said they would and worked flat out all day.” — Julie Mitchell-Mehta“Work was carried out professionally and to our satisfaction. They also made a great job of tidying up afterwards and removing all…” — R Milne“Julian made an excellent job of preparing the ground and installing the base for our summer house.” — Jill Bruce“The work was completed speedily and efficiently and they left the garden immaculate.” — Catherine Slater“Highly recommended. Very good liaison about appointments, and very good pruning work on trees and shrubs, despite bad weather conditions.” — Margaret Coutts“Julian did an amazing job of my garden, giving it a completely new look. I love it!” — A Tuckwell“They always do a great job, very punctual, very friendly. very knowledgeable. Excellent.” — Graham Adams“Fantastic job done, quality workmanship, would thoroughly recommend to anyone.” — Julie Huxham“Julian and his team did an excellent job of landscaping our garden.” — Andy Bevan“A wonderful job done, leaving the site immaculate afterwards. Thank you very much to the Julian Barclay team.” — Sawyer FamilyFive-star rating — Fiona Faulds

Julian Barclay · Aberdeenshire

Gravel & Chuckie Driveways in Aberdeenshire

Gravel and granite chuckie driveways in Aberdeenshire, including new surfaces, driveway extensions and topping up existing areas.

Make more of your driveway

A loose aggregate surface can suit rural entrances, parking spaces and driveway extensions. We discuss the size, colour and type of aggregate alongside how the area will be used.

Refresh or reconstruct?

We inspect the existing surface and base to decide whether a top-up and re-levelling are enough or more preparation is needed. Edging can help define the area and keep the finish tidy.

Choose the finish and plan the edges

Gravel size, colour and the way a driveway meets paths or lawns all affect its appearance and everyday use. We discuss edging, turning space and how loose material will be contained before quoting.

New gravel or granite-chuckie surfaces
Extensions for additional parking
Re-levelling and topping up suitable existing driveways
Edging and preparation included in an agreed specification

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5.0 ★★★★★

33 five-star Google reviews

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Rating checked September 2026

★★★★★

“The removal of 9 leylandii trees was seamless and I would not hesitate in recommending this family run business”

David FletcherGoogle review excerpt