Railway Sleepers Essex
Softwood Railways Sleepers for Sale
Sourced from the UK and available at our Wickford based Timber Yard, these softwood railway sleepers are ideal for use around the garden. Ideal for use as retaining walls, raised beds, or water features, these sleepers are treated to ensure protection against the elements.
Railway Sleeper Dimensions
| Size | Length | Colours | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200mm x 100mm | 2.4m | Brown and Green | Please call or email for latest prices |
| 245mm x 120mm | 2.4m | Brown and Green | |
| 245mm x 120mm | 3m | Green |
Delivery / Collection
Our softwood Railway Sleepers can be delivered locally, including the nearby towns of Basildon, Billericay, Rayleigh, Maldon and Chelmsford, or come down to our timber yard in Wickford (Map and Directions) to collect.
Creative ideas for your garden…
- Raised garden beds / planters — The top use: Stack railway sleepers to create elevated beds for vegetables, herbs, flowers, or shrubs. They improve drainage, warm the soil earlier in spring, and make gardening easier on your back.
- Retaining walls — Stack or secure your railway sleepers to hold back soil on slopes, prevent erosion, and create terraced levels in uneven gardens.
- Steps and stairs — Build sturdy, natural-looking steps on sloped areas — great for access and visual interest.
- Edging and borders — Lay them flat or upright to neatly define lawns, paths, flower beds, or patios, keeping grass/gravel separate and adding structure.
- Pathways — Use the railway sleeper as stepping stones, edging for gravel paths, or even full sleeper paths for a rugged walkway.
- Garden furniture — Make simple benches, tables, seats, or even swings/outdoor seating with a rustic vibe.
Other creative ideas include small water features, fire pits surrounds, or vertical elements like posts for climbing plants.