DRIVEWAYS
by Hinchliffe.
Driveways by Hinchliffe — Engineered Driveway Specialists
RESIN, TARMAC, BLOCK, GROUNDWORKS and COMMERCIAL — five specialist divisions under one parent brand, engineered from the sub-base up. Structure first. Surface second.
What sits under your driveway matters more than what sits on top.
Most driveway failures — cracking, sinking, pooling water, tired edges within two winters — are ground failures, not surface failures. We engineer excavation depth, geotextile membranes, structural sub-bases and drainage first. The surface is the last thing we install, not the first thing we sell.
See how we buildExcavation to spec
Dug to depth for the load — not to a shortcut.
Structural sub-base
MOT type 1, compacted in layers, geotextile separated.
Drainage engineered in
SUDS-compliant permeable systems where required.
Guaranteed installs
Approved-installer workmanship warranty on every job.
Five divisions. One standard.
RESIN by Hinchliffe
Engineered Resin Bound Systems
Resin driveways, patios, pathways and overlays — permeable, SUDS-compliant, monolithic.
TARMAC by Hinchliffe
Engineered Asphalt & Tarmac Systems
Domestic driveways, private roads, farm roads, estate roads and car parks.
BLOCK by Hinchliffe
Premium Block Paving Systems
Block driveways, courtyards, premium paving, borders and decorative features.
GROUNDWORKS by Hinchliffe
Engineered Ground Solutions
Excavation, foundations, drainage, site preparation and earthworks.
COMMERCIAL by Hinchliffe
Commercial Surface Systems
Car parks, industrial yards, commercial resin, highways, schools and public realm.
Every job. Every time.
- 01
Site assessment
We visit the site, test the ground and understand the load and drainage brief.
- 02
Written fixed quote
Full breakdown of excavation depth, sub-base spec, drainage and surface.
- 03
Groundworks
Excavation, geotextile, MOT type 1, drainage. This is the real work.
- 04
Surface install
Machine-laid tarmac, hand-laid blocks or trowelled resin — by our own crews.
- 05
Handover & warranty
Aftercare guide, warranty documentation, and we're a phone call away.
Cheshire & the North West
Headquartered in Sandbach, we cover Cheshire, South Manchester and the surrounding North West.
Work that earns referrals.
"Dan and the team were professional from start to finish. The workmanship was outstanding and the driveway has completely transformed our home. Highly recommend."
"Excellent communication throughout the project. Everything was completed exactly as promised and to a very high standard."
"The attention to detail and quality of the finish exceeded our expectations. A genuinely premium service."
"We were impressed with the engineering approach, professionalism and cleanliness throughout the installation. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Hinchliffe Surfacing."
Questions homeowners ask us.
What areas do you cover?
We're based in Sandbach and cover Cheshire, South Manchester and the wider North West — including Crewe, Nantwich, Knutsford, Congleton, Holmes Chapel, Alderley Edge, Wilmslow, Macclesfield and Northwich.
Are you an approved installer?
Yes — Vuba Approved Installer for resin bound systems and Brett Approved Installer for block paving. Both come with manufacturer-backed workmanship warranties.
Do I need planning permission?
In most cases no — as long as the surface is permeable (like resin bound) or drains to a permeable area on your property. We handle this as part of every site assessment.
How long does installation take?
A typical residential driveway takes 5–10 working days including excavation, sub-base, drainage and surfacing. Larger jobs are quoted with a fixed schedule.
Is your work guaranteed?
Yes. Every install includes our workmanship guarantee, and Vuba/Brett accredited systems carry manufacturer material warranties on top.
Do you provide written quotes?
Always. After the free site assessment you receive a fully itemised written quote — excavation depth, sub-base spec, drainage design and surface — with no obligation.
Ready to build something that lasts?
Book a free, no-obligation site assessment. We'll walk your project, test the ground and send you a fixed, itemised written quote.