Professional Greenhouse Base Installation in Fordingbridge. Built for Drainage. Guaranteed 10 Years.

Fordingbridge's geology reflects its Avon Valley position. River terrace gravels support the town centre, while the floodplain contains soft alluvial clays that shift seasonally. Rising to the west, the New Forest edge around Godshill features acidic sandy soils. To the east, the chalk downs at Breamore and Rockbourne provide stable but well-drained bedrock. Each soil type demands a different base preparation approach for greenhouse installations.

Drainage varies significantly across the SP6 area. Gravel terrace areas drain well. The Avon floodplain has a high water table that rises considerably in winter — properties near the river in Bickton and Burgate can experience seasonal waterlogging. Chalk areas drain freely but can create localised springs where chalk meets clay. We install appropriate drainage solutions for each specific location, from perimeter channels to French drains and gravel soakaways.

Fordingbridge town centre is reasonably sheltered within the Avon Valley. Higher ground at Godshill and Woodgreen is more exposed to prevailing south-westerly winds, though the New Forest provides some natural windbreak. The open chalk downs around Breamore and Rockbourne can be quite exposed. We assess your specific garden for wind patterns and recommend greenhouse positioning that balances light exposure with natural shelter.

The Avon Valley acts as a natural frost pocket — cold air drains down surrounding slopes and settles in the valley floor, making riverside properties around Fordingbridge and Bickton among the coldest in the area on still winter nights. Higher ground in Woodgreen, Godshill, and the chalk downs is less frost-prone. A well-sealed base prevents frost ingress through gaps between the greenhouse frame and foundation, protecting overwintering plants.