There’s something timeless about water on a property — whether it’s a tranquil garden pond, a working farm stream, or a small wildlife-friendly waterway. But building or maintaining these features properly takes more than a shovel and a bit of luck. It requires planning, the right machinery, and an understanding of how water moves through the land.
At Axis Plant & Groundworks, we help homeowners, farmers, and estate owners across Devon and the South West create and maintain ponds, streams, and drainage systems that look beautiful and function reliably.
1. Building or Restoring a Pond
Whether you want a wildlife pond, ornamental garden pond, or stock-water feature, preparation is everything. Our skilled operators use mini and mid-size excavators to shape the basin, form banks, and ensure correct depth and drainage.
We can also help restore old or silted-up ponds, removing debris and re-establishing a stable base — ideal for improving drainage or enhancing the landscape around your property.
2. Managing Water Flow and Drainage
Water needs to move — safely and predictably. Poorly managed flow can cause flooding, erosion, or stagnant water. We can install or maintain drainage ditches, culverts, and outflows to keep everything balanced. This is especially important in Devon’s rolling landscape, where heavy rainfall can quickly overwhelm natural features.
3. Stream Maintenance and Erosion Control
Over time, small streams and brooks can shift course, erode banks, or become blocked with fallen vegetation. We provide stream clearance, bank stabilisation, and re-profiling using safe, controlled excavation methods to protect both the land and the waterway.
4. Working with Nature
We believe in working with the environment, not against it. That means using methods that minimise disturbance to wildlife habitats and water quality. We time our work carefully, avoid unnecessary soil compaction, and use well-maintained machinery to keep fuel leaks and run-off risks to a minimum.
5. Safety and Regulation
Water management work often involves additional safety considerations and, in some cases, environmental regulations. We carry out basic risk assessments, and where necessary, we can coordinate with local authorities or landowners to ensure the work meets all requirements.
6. Why Hire a Professional Team
Digging or reshaping a pond or stream by hand (or without experience) can lead to uneven depths, poor drainage, or unstable banks. Our experienced operators and modern excavators complete the job safely and efficiently, saving you time, labour, and costly rework later.
In Summary
Whether you’re creating a peaceful garden pond, maintaining a rural stream, or managing water drainage on your land, Axis Plant & Groundworks brings the right mix of expertise, equipment, and care. From shaping and clearance to restoration and erosion control, we make working with water easy, efficient, and environmentally responsible.
📍 Based near Tiverton – serving Devon and the South West.