Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Tree Surgery & Horticultural Services in Wensleydale
Established in 1995, Treesinwensleydale is a family-run business with over 25 years of experience in professional tree surgery, forestry, and horticultural management. Based in Hawes, Wensleydale, we serve Wensleydale, Swaledale, Wharfedale, Garsdale, Dent, and surrounding areas. Our team holds relevant NPTC qualifications and maintains 5 million public liability insurance, ensuring compliance with industry standards. David Allen, founder, began his career in 1985 with Economic Forestry Group before completing formal qualifications at Myerscough College and Houghall College. He is joined by his son Charlie, a graduate in Arboriculture and Urban Woodland Management, and part-time employee Dave with 14 years of service. We specialise in tree surgery, hedge maintenance, planting, and pest/disease management, adhering to BS 3998:2010 guidelines.Our commitment to sustainability includes recycling wood into mulch, firewood, and materials for furniture or woodturning. We also offer equipment hire, including a road tow wood chipper and Avant mini loader. Our work involves navigating Tree Preservation Orders and Conservation Area regulations, with a duty to check for nesting birds during March to August. Client satisfaction is prioritised, with sites left clean and tidy, and timber options tailored to client preferences. Our expertise extends to garden walls, fencing, patios, and turfing, supported by extensive experience in golf course tree establishment and woodland creation projects.
Services
Tree Surgery
Hedge Maintenance
Tree Planting
Pest & Disease Control
Garden Walls & Fences
Timber Decking
Seeding & Turfing
Patios & Paving
Rockeries
Weed Control
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in tree surgery and horticultural management.
- Our team holds NPTC qualifications and maintains 5 million public liability insurance.
- We recycle wood products to support sustainability and client needs.
- Our work complies with BS 3998:2010 standards and Tree Preservation Order regulations.
- We offer equipment hire with operator for log splitting and stump grinding.
Associations and certifications
- NPTC
Services
Tree Surgery
We provide comprehensive tree surgery services, including felling, crown thinning, and pest control. Our work adheres to BS 3998:2010 standards, ensuring tree health and structural integrity. Clients benefit from safe, efficient operations and sustainable wood recycling options.
Hedge Maintenance
Our hedge trimming service maintains leylandii, yew, and other species, promoting dense growth and aesthetic appeal. We advise on species selection and planting distances, ensuring long-term hedge health and compliance with local regulations.
Tree Planting
We offer tree planting for native woodlands, ornamental specimens, and golf course landscapes. Services include species selection, grant advice, and protective tube installation, supporting biodiversity and environmental goals.
Pest & Disease Control
We identify and manage fungal infections like ash heart rot and root decay. Our interventions mitigate tree failure risks, preserving property and ecological value through expert diagnosis and treatment.
Garden Walls & Fences
We construct garden walls, post-and-rail fencing, and patios, blending functionality with aesthetics. Our work enhances outdoor spaces while addressing drainage and structural stability for residential properties.
People
David Allen
Director
David has worked in arboriculture since 1985, completing formal training at Myerscough and Houghall Colleges. He founded the company in 1995, combining decades of experience with a commitment to sustainable practices.
Charlie Allen
Director
Charlie graduated in Arboriculture and Urban Woodland Management after three years of study. He joined the family business in 2020, bringing modern expertise in urban tree management and woodland conservation.
Dave
Part-Time Employee
Dave has supported the team for 14 years, contributing to tree surgery and horticultural projects. His long-term involvement ensures continuity and reliability in day-to-day operations.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We operate in Wensleydale, Swaledale, Wharfedale, Garsdale, Dent, and surrounding regions of North Yorkshire.
Are you qualified for tree surgery?
Yes, we hold NPTC qualifications and maintain £5 million public liability insurance for all operations.
Do you handle Tree Preservation Orders?
We assist with TPO applications, including form completion and compliance checks for legal tree works.
Can you recycle wood on-site?
Yes, we chip branches, mill logs for furniture, and repurpose wood for firewood or woodturning blanks.
What about nesting birds during work?
We conduct inspections from March to August. If active nests are found, work is postponed until fledging.
Do you offer equipment hire?
Yes, we hire road tow chippers, log splitters, and Avant mini loaders with operators.
