Superb gates
Mark made and installed a large 5 barred gate plus an adjacent small pedestrian gate. His craftsmanship is of the highest quality and the gates are superbly constructed and finished.
April 25, 2026
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Manufacturers of top quality hand made hardwood gates and garage doors. We only use the best quality Iroko and Sapele tropical hardwoods. Also European Oak, Canadian Cedar and Accoya. We are also suppliers of custom made hinges and gate furniture. A full range of gate and garage door automation is also available. UK wide delivery and proud to be members of the Made in Britain campaign.
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Garthowen, Alton Lane, GU34 5AJ, Four Marks, United Kingdom
- 01962 435001
- mark@southdownsgates.com
- southdownsgates.com
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We have recently had a 9 foot wide and…
We have recently had a 9 foot wide and 6 foot oak balcony constructed by Mark. Constructed to the highest professional standards. Mark is a perfectionist and I would recommend Mark for any oak building.
He is not like other organisations who provide a price and never turn up or charge more than the original price
I would recommend Mark 100%
November 10, 2025
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A Refreshing change …
Great Gates
Great Installation
Great Service
A refreshing change to work with someone as professional as Mark.
Don’t bother ’shopping around’ - call Mark and get the job done properly and with a smile …
David - West Tisted
June 1, 2025
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Reply from South Downs Gates Ltd
Hi David, many thanks for your kind words
Great Gates!
Mark has designed, built and fitted a lovely pair of hard wood driveway gates for me. He was reliable, punctual, friendly and the price was very competitive. I am over the moon with what he has done and would recommend him without hesitation.
June 26, 2024
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Reply from South Downs Gates Ltd
Hi Simon, really glad you are so happy.
Top class
Fantastic service from Mark, gates were completed to a very high standard, on time and on budget. Happy customer!
June 19, 2024
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Mark at South Downs Gates Ltd designed…
Mark at South Downs Gates Ltd designed and built a fantastic oak porch for us - we are thrilled to pieces. It has transformed the front of our home. Mark was friendly, professional and nothing was too much trouble. The price was as quoted and delivered and built on time - I highly recommend mark for all you hardwood projects whether its a porch, gates, barn or outside space - he is brilliant
- Louise Peacock
June 2, 2025
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Reply from South Downs Gates Ltd
Hi Louise, Many thanks for your review
Superb joinery
Superb joinery - oak framed porch, Iroko automatic gates and pair of double garage doors. Definitely went “above and beyond” to ensure a great job. Thanks very much.
June 21, 2024
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Reply from South Downs Gates Ltd
Hi Nigel, many thanks for your review
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