Resin bound driveways in Woburn Sands.

Gravel on a slope always ends up at the bottom, and many drives here are exactly that, or old tarmac. Resin keeps the natural stone look but locks every stone in place, so nothing spills onto the road.

Underneath is a solid base, with drainage at the foot of the slope so run-off does not reach the road. The sandy soil of the ridge suits a surface that lets rain through, though a slope still needs firm edging.

Inside the High Street conservation area, Terry matches the resin colour to the Victorian brick and stone before you commit.

Usually no planning is needed when resin is laid on a new permeable base or drains to your own garden. On an existing solid base draining to the road, over 5 square metres can need permission. Terry checks this on the visit.

Big plots mean the van and a skip rarely need the road; on the High Street a skip permit is needed.