Sleepers

Why not add some strength, character, and natural style to your outdoor space or garden with our timber sleepers. They're perfect for landscaping, retaining walls, and raised garden beds, our sleepers are designed to last. Choose from our plain, brown and oak sleepers today! 

You'll Love Our Durable Eco Sleepers

Our eco-treated sleepers are made for long-term durability, with a lifespan of up to 20 years when installed and maintained correctly. Each sleeper is treated with ACQ Class 4 preservative, they’re fully protected against rot, decay, and wood-boring insects, making them ideal for gardens, outdoor structures, and landscaping projects exposed to the elements.

Unlike older treatments, ACQ Class 4 contains no arsenic or chromium, making it a more environmentally friendly and reliable way to preserve timber. So, when you buy eco sleepers from George Hill Timber, you’re getting both durability and sustainability. They're available in 2400 x 200 x 100mm and 2400 x 250 x 125mm.

Strength and Style With Our European Oak Sleepers

For projects where you want a nice, premium looking finish, our European oak sleepers not only look great, they also have exceptional toughness. Known for their dense composition and impressive resistance to rot and insect damage, oak sleepers are pretty much the go-to choice for anyone looking for a long-lasting, low-maintenance material.

With their rich, natural tones and sawn edges, oak sleepers bring warmth and texture to outdoor designs (ideal for garden borders, pathways, decorative features, and structural landscaping). Their strength also makes them suitable for supporting heavy loads, giving you both style and practicality in one solid product.

Built for Builders, Landscapers, and Homeowners

Whether you’re a professional landscaper or a weekend DIYer, our sleepers are designed to make your job easier. Every timber sleeper we sell is machined for precision, treated for protection, and checked for quality before it reaches our yard.

We supply everything from single sleepers for smaller garden projects to bulk orders for large landscaping jobs. You can order online for Click & Collect or enjoy free local delivery on larger orders across the North West.

Our friendly team are always happy to help. So if you’re not sure which sleeper is best for your project, we’ll guide you to the right product based on your design, budget, and location.

Sleepers FAQs

How Long do Timber Sleepers Last?

The type of timber and the conditions in which it is installed will determine how long it lasts. Some hardwood varieties can last for as long as 40 years, but softwoods have a shorter lifespan. Our range of eco-timber sleepers can last for as long as 20 years.

How Do I Stop my Garden Sleepers from Rotting?

Sleepers that are well-maintained can last for up to 20 years or longer, making them a great investment. To help prevent them from deteriorating, you should treat them with a wood preservative prior to installation. This is so that you can treat all sides of the sleeper before siting it.