Custom Garden Pond Installation North East, County Durham & North Yorkshire

Wildlife Ponds | Fish Ponds | Koi Carp Ponds – Designed & Installed by Experts

At Green Onion Landscaping, we design and install bespoke garden ponds across the North East, including Stockton-on-Tees, Middlesbrough, Darlington, County Durham, Teesside, and North Yorkshire. With over 30 years of experience, we build ponds that are tailored to your garden, lifestyle, and space — from peaceful wildlife havens to striking Koi carp features.

Whether you want to attract native wildlife, keep ornamental fish, or create a luxurious Koi display, we provide full pond installation from concept to completion.

Why Ponds Are More Important Than Ever

Ponds are more than just beautiful features — they’re vital for the environment and for your wellbeing.

🌱 Support for Wildlife

Ponds are one of the UK’s richest natural habitats. They provide food, shelter, and breeding grounds for frogs, newts, dragonflies, birds, and insects — helping to reverse the decline of native species.

💧 Climate Resilience

Garden ponds:

  • Collect and store rainwater, easing garden drainage

  • Help cool the air during heatwaves

  • Encourage plant life and biodiversity

They’re an eco-friendly way to futureproof your garden.

🧘 Mental Wellbeing

Spending time near water is proven to reduce stress and improve focus. A pond adds calm, movement, and a soothing atmosphere to your outdoor space — ideal for relaxation, mindfulness, or family enjoyment.

♻️ Sustainable Landscaping

Wildlife ponds are:

  • Chemical-free

  • Low maintenance

  • Built using natural materials
    They’re a perfect feature for an eco-conscious garden.

Wildlife Ponds

Wildlife ponds are ideal for gardeners who want to support biodiversity. These chemical-free, pump-free ponds mimic natural wetland habitats and encourage a rich ecosystem of native plants and animals.

designed and installed Fish pond in great garden to provide enjoyment of ornamental or native fish such as goldfish, shubunkins, or tench, without the complexity of Koi keeping. These ponds can feature planting, filtration, and decorative elements while being easier to manage than Koi ponds.

✅ Benefits:

  • Attracts frogs, newts, dragonflies, and birds

  • Promotes pollination and natural pest control

  • Complements naturalistic or cottage-style gardens

  • No filters, pumps, or chemicals needed

⚠️ Considerations:

  • Not suitable for fish (they eat tadpoles and larvae)

  • Needs time to develop a balanced ecosystem

  • Requires thoughtful native planting

Fish Ponds

Fish ponds are classic garden features, ideal for goldfish, shubunkins, tench, or other ornamental species. They bring movement, colour, and life to your garden — perfect for families or casual fish keepers.

Medium sized wild life pond with cobbled surround suitable for attracting wildlife to your garden. Beautiful garden planting all around it to attract wildlife, birds, bees, hedgehogs

✅ Benefits:

  • Visually soothing and attractive

  • Easier to maintain than Koi ponds

  • Can support aquatic plants and oxygenators

  • Ideal for small or medium gardens

⚠️ Considerations:

  • Requires basic filtration

  • Needs depth and water quality for fish health

  • Must be protected from predators

Koi Carp Ponds

Koi ponds are elegant, purpose-built water features designed specifically for Koi carp. These ponds are deeper, highly filtered, and beautifully finished — ideal for enthusiasts or homeowners seeking a showpiece feature.

Premium Koi carp pond, ornamental water feature, with waterfall, designed specifically for keeping large, colourful Koi fish. These ponds are deeper, with advanced filtration systems, and can include stylish elements like raised walls, viewing windows, lighting, and waterfalls. In Stockton on Tees, Teesside, County Durham. We install all kinds of ponds.

✅ Benefits:

  • Stunning centrepiece with vibrant Koi

  • Customisable with lighting, waterfalls, and viewing windows

  • Long-lasting, high-end garden feature

  • Built to ensure Koi health and visibility

⚠️ Considerations:

  • Higher setup and maintenance costs

  • Requires advanced filtration and oxygenation

  • Limited planting (Koi will eat or uproot plants)

  • Must be designed to deter predators

Keeping Your Pond Safe for Children and Pets

A pond can be a wonderful garden feature for the whole family — but safety is key, especially around young children and pets. At Green Onion Landscaping, we offer custom solutions to make your pond both beautiful and secure.

🛡️ Child & Pet Safety Options

We can design ponds with:

  • Raised Pond Edges – Prevent accidental falls with stylish, elevated sides

  • Protective Mesh Covers – Discreet safety mesh that sits just below the water surface

  • Decorative Safety Grilles – Weight-bearing metal grids across the pond surface

  • Shallow Planting Margins – Sloped edges for safe wildlife and pet access

  • Fencing or Screens – Child-safe barriers that blend into your landscaping

🐾 Pet-Friendly Features

For pet owners, we can also incorporate:

  • Non-slip surfaces

  • Shallow escape points

  • Chemical-free filtration safe for drinking pets

Safety is always part of our pond design process, especially for families. We’ll talk through your needs and recommend the right features for peace of mind.

Types of ponds at a glance 

Feature Wildlife Pond Fish Pond Koi Carp Pond
Purpose Support local wildlife Keep ornamental/native fish House ornamental koi carp
Maintenance Low Moderate High
Typical Depth 30–60cm, sloped edges 60–90cm 1.2m or deeper
Filtration Not required Basic filtration Advanced multi-stage system
Wildlife Friendly Yes Partially No
Planting Options Rich in native aquatic plants Balanced aquatic planting Limited – koi may uproot plants

Why Choose Green Onion Landscaping?

✅ Over 30 years’ experience building bespoke ponds and water features
✅ Serving Stockton-on-Tees, Teesside, Darlington, Middlesbrough, County Durham, and North Yorkshire
✅ Full-service installation — from digging and lining to filtration, rockwork, and planting
✅ Expert advice on fish care, wildlife planting, pond safety, and maintenance
✅ High-quality materials and attention to detail on every build

Let’s Create Your Ideal Pond

Whether you dream of a wildlife haven, a peaceful fish pond, or a luxury koi installation, our expert team at Green Onion Landscaping will bring your vision to life. Every pond is custom-designed, built to last, and tailored for your lifestyle and safety.

📞 Call Green Onion Landscaping today on 01642 640303/07701097196
📧 Get In Touch Here to book your free site visit and quote

Let us bring water, wildlife, and tranquillity to your outdoor space — safely and beautifully.