Tarmac paths and footpaths in Warwickshire
Looking for tarmac paths in Warwickshire? Start with a guide price, then a survey that turns it into a fixed, written specification.

How much does a tarmac path cost in Warwickshire?
Rates in Warwickshire follow the West Midlands, in line with our UK midpoint.
| Item | Guide price (inc VAT) |
|---|---|
| Tarmac garden path or footpath, hand-laid | £55–£90 per m² |
| Example: 10 m² path | £660–£1,100 |
| Example: 20 m² path | £1,200–£2,000 |
| Example: 40 m² path | £2,200–£3,600 |
Towns we cover in Warwickshire
Postcode areas: CV.
What is included?
A tarmac path is a lighter version of a drive build: a compacted stone base of around 100 mm, a binder course and a fine surface course, laid by hand and held in by timber edging, kerbs or blocks.
- Path set out to the line and width you want
- Excavation to about 150–180 mm with spoil removed
- MOT Type 1 base, about 100 mm, compacted
- Timber, kerb or block edging on both sides
- Binder and surface course laid hot by hand and rolled
- Gentle cross-fall so water runs off to the border
Rules in Warwickshire
Repairs, paths and edging work rarely need planning permission. In England, a new hard surface over 5 m² in front of a house needs planning permission unless it is porous or drains to a lawn, border or soakaway within the property.
Tarmac paths and footpaths in Warwickshire: questions
How much does a tarmac path cost in Warwickshire?
As a 2026 guide, about £55–£90 per m² inc VAT in Warwickshire. The survey confirms a fixed price.
Which towns in Warwickshire do you cover?
Nuneaton, Rugby, Leamington Spa, Warwick, Bedworth, Stratford-upon-Avon, Kenilworth.
How long does a tarmac path take?
Often 1–2 days.
How thick should a tarmac footpath be?
For walking traffic, about 100 mm of compacted Type 1 with a 40–50 mm binder and a 20 mm surface course is a common build. If a mower or quad will use it, go thicker.
Other services in Warwickshire
Get a written tarmac quote
Send a postcode and a rough size and we'll arrange a survey. Every quote lists the layers, edging, drainage and VAT.
- Surface courseDEPTH + MIX
- Binder courseDEPTH + MIX
- Sub-baseDEPTH + MATERIAL
- Edges, drainage, VATITEMISED