Rachel Goozee Garden & Planting Design is an independent local tradesperson covering BN1.

1. AAlexa Roberts★★★★★

   We engaged Rachel at the end of a long house renovation, at a point when we had a finite budget but a large garden requiring comprehensive landscaping and planning. It was really important to us to work with a designer who would genuinely listen to our ideas and collaborate with us, to create a garden that felt right for our family and the house. Rachel was excellent at listening and guiding us through a clear, structured design process. From the outset, we felt reassured by her deep understanding of planting and her knowledge of what would work best in our garden, both practically and aesthetically. Rachel and her partner, Mark, produced a series of thoughtful design options, which they then carefully tailored to accommodate our budget. They also managed the tender process with multiple landscapers, helping us to identify the right team to deliver the project. Throughout the build, Rachel and Mark provided ongoing support with regular onsite meetings. Rachel???s attention to detail, strong grasp of the process, and unwavering dedication to achieving the best possible outcome for us were invaluable. We were particularly pleased with the landscaping contractor, ESSE, and Rachel and Mark worked seamlessly with their team to deliver a beautiful garden that we already love spending time in. Beyond completion, Rachel has continued to support us by recommending qualified and knowledgeable gardeners, ensuring that the significant investment we made in plants and trees is properly maintained. All of this was delivered with a smile, kindness, and genuine warmth towards everyone involved. It has been a real pleasure working with both Rachel and Mark, and we would not hesitate to recommend them to anyone embarking on a landscaping project.

   Google review · 9 Feb 2026
2. jjane murphy★★★★★

   A big thank you to Rachel and Mark for designing our little townhouse garden in the centre of Brighton. We are delighted with the transformation- we hardly recognise it now (thank goodness!!) Rachel listened to my brief of creating a tranquil garden with more privacy that was also dog friendly. From the initial consultation to discuss design options / budget etc through to bringing in a trusted landscaper , Rachel???s support was brilliant. She was there to oversee the project from the beginning to the end to ensure it ran smoothly. At each step in the process Rachel consulted us to make sure our preferences were heard including the planting scheme which looks wonderful. We cannot wait for the warmer weather to arrive, when for the first time since we moved here 2 years ago, we look forward to spending many hours in this special place. Thank you once again Rachel and Mark.

   Google review · 6 Feb 2026
3. JJack Christie★★★★★

   I designed and built my garden myself, but I was completely out of my depth when it came to planting. I had no idea what to choose or where anything should go. That???s when I reached out, and I???m so glad I did. I showed her a few photos I???d collected over time and explained the style I was aiming for. From there, she made everything feel easy and achievable. Her advice was clear, thoughtful and incredibly helpful ??? especially as I???m new to plants and gardening. Her pricing was very reasonable and, even though I???m based in Doncaster and she???s in Brighton, she has always been just a phone call away whenever I needed guidance. That level of support has been invaluable. She???s been a massive help from start to finish, and I wouldn???t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for planting advice or garden design expertise.

   Google review · 9 Jan 2026
4. MMonique Simmons★★★★★

   We had the best experience working with Rachel and her husband Mark. Rachel is an incredibly talented garden designer, and Mark really understands the build side. We ended up with a phenomenal garden that we absolutely love and they made the whole process surprisingly smooth and stress-free. After renovating our barn conversion, I???d become very wary of trades so I didn???t take the decision lightly. I spent about two years (yes two years!) meeting different designers, from Sussex to London, including some of the big Chelsea gold medal winners and one celebrity gardener. But when I met Rachel, she was the stand out - her knowledge of plants, the way she understands how a garden needs to function for real family life, and her attention to detail were well above the rest. But what really impressed me was that she listened. She didn???t just come in with her own vision, she took the time to understand our style and how we wanted to use the space, and she brought it all together in the most thoughtful way. At first, I wasn???t sure if I needed a designer involved all the way through the build, but I???m so glad I did - it would have been a mistake not to have had her manage it as her attention to detail and passion were key to the success. Rachel stayed on top of EVERYTHING, every line, level, planting and it made all the difference to the final product. We absolutely love our garden. There???s not one thing we would change. Thank you, Rachel, it???s a space we???ll enjoy for many years to come.

   Google review · 28 Jul 2025
5. JJulie Barton★★★★★

   Couldn't be happier with our stunning new garden. Rachel's designs turned an unworkable space into a place of calm and tranquility that we all adore. Rachel explained the process upfront and allowed us to pick and choose elements to suit our taste and budget. Before starting she introduced us to the timeless team who did the decking. The team could not have been more lovely to have around - wonderful people and no unexpected surprises. Fully recommend.

   Google review · 14 Aug 2024

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