07816 849 886

Tree surgery and woodland work around Hereford, from a tree surgeon trained at Merrist Wood in 1984.

With over 30 years experience in commercial and domestic arboriculture and tree surgery, we offer sound advice backed up by solid working practices. No job is too big or too small, so call us now for a great quote.

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A climber high in a tall tree, reducing it, seen from a patio

A passion for tree work

Tree Surgery

Tree surgery, Sectional Felling, Crown Reduction, Thinning. All types of tree work undertaken.

In an increasingly developed urban environment tree surgery has never been so important, whether managing trees next to roads, amongst domestic housing or industrial buildings. A high standard of tree surgery keeps trees in good order, improving their look, their place in the environment and their safety within new or existing developments. With 30 years experience we offer great advice and practical expertise on all aspects of tree surgery work.

Crown Thinning

Crown thinning is used for specific purposes such as to let in additional light through the canopy or reducing the sail area. When crown thinning, we always try to keep an even density of foliage and branches should be balanced. Ideally, no more than one third of the leaf-bearing area should be removed in crown thinning and branches and foliage should be kept as even as possible. It is often necessary to remove weak, defective, hazardous and/or crossing branches so care should be taken to retain a balanced look of the tree.

Dead Wooding

This is the process of removing dead wood from the tree canopy. In some instances the size of dead branches within a tree may be reduced but not completely removed. This is regarded as a more ecologically friendly method of management as it retains a habitat for wildlife without compromising on safety.

Crown Reduction

Crown reduction is normally required when a tree has grown too large for its permitted space, and often when a tree or part of a tree is touching or very close to a building. A long term, often favourable solution, is to remove the tree completely and replant. Crown reduction should be considered in order to achieve an overall reduction in the volume of a tree. Work usually involves a general shortening of minor branches. Generally 20% is the maximum that can reasonably be taken from a crown.

Sectional Felling

Tree felling is a skilled and potentially hazardous operation that should be undertaken only by a competent tree surgeon. If there is no significant risk of damage to people or property a tree can be felled in one piece. Where there are restrictions, such as lack of space, buildings, roads, or other trees or shrubs which are to be retained, we dismantle a tree in sections. We will set up rigging systems or in some cases use cranes in restricted areas to prevent large branches and pieces of wood from falling freely or posing a risk to people or surrounding property.

Arboriginal have 30 years experience in sectional felling, so if you have a tree that needs to come down in a difficult spot, you can rest assured you are in safe hands with us.

Climbing a large trunk to take it down in sections, beside a stone wall
Working out on a limb in the canopy

All types of tree work undertaken

A crane lifting out a section of conifer during sectional felling
In restricted spots we use rigging, and in some cases a crane, to bring a tree down safely.

Speedline sectional tree felling.

Stump Grinding

Stump grinding made easy

Once a tree has been felled it is often necessary to remove the stump and roots. In the past this was mostly achieved by digging and winching to extract the root from the ground. This can be time consuming and labour intensive work, and once the stump has been dug out it still leaves the bulk of the root to be removed and disposed of, and the hole in the ground to refill.

Arboriginal are able to access most locations and grind out stumps, saving time and money. With a range of stump grinders, chippers and saw mills, and a team of highly motivated workers, we can process your timber using best practices, leaving the site clear and safe with the minimum of disturbance to the surrounding flora and fauna.

Our tracked stump grinder working on a large stump
A compact stump grinder taken down a narrow side passage

With a range of stump grinders, we are able to access most locations.

A seat carved out of the remaining stump of a felled tree

“Excellent service from Richard and his assistant Ben. Efficient at providing a site visit, giving me the quotation and coming to do the job.Important to mention also health and safety precautions were adhered to.Left the site clean and tidy from what had been a two day job, felling a large tree and tidying up another. Richard has also left me with a nice seat carved out of the remaining stump.!
Would recommend 100%
C.Wainwright”

Christine Wainwright, Google review

Woodland

We offer expert woodland management, coppicing, stock fencing, woodland thinning services.

We are happy to help you get the most from your woodland. Be it for commercial timber production, greenwood working or amenity use, our depth of experience gives best results with minimum impact. We are also interested in low impact living and are happy to offer advice and practical support for woodland gardening and other permaculture projects.

Woodland Management

Woodlands are a hugely diverse habitat which through sensitive management can be a source of valuable materials whilst maintaining that which provides homes for a plethora of life. We are happy to offer advice and practical support for all kinds of woodland management projects, whether it be felling and thinning for firewood and timber production or coppicing to produce fencing, hurdles, charcoal or other green wood products.

Coppicing

Coppicing is an ancient method of woodland management where trees are felled and the stumps allowed to regrow, producing multiple stems which can be harvested when they reach a suitable size. Hazel can be used for charcoaling, hurdle making, bean and pea sticks. Ash will yield firewood and tool handles. Sweet chestnut makes excellent fencing material. We are interested in even small pockets of woodland: even the embankments of disused railway lines can yield worthwhile crops, and putting wood back to coppice brings to life plants which may have been dormant for many years.

Thinning

The thinning of a woodland is essential if good timber stock is to be grown. The aim is to remove weak or dominant trees and those with features that make them undesirable for timber production, such as multiple or broken leaders or large branch unions close to ground level. These trees are removed to allow selected trees to grow into the space provided and to make access easier for future works.

Stock Fencing

In any woodland, deer and rabbits or livestock can cause damage to young trees or regrowth from coppice stools. The installation and maintenance of sturdy stock-proof fencing can provide a long term solution and save time spent maintaining individual tree shelters. We are happy to offer advice and estimates on a variety of stock fencing options.

Working high in the canopy of a woodland

Timber Milling

We use a variety of milling plant to convert timber into boards or beams to be quarter sawn at a later date

When a large tree is to be felled, rather than cutting it into firewood rounds to make removal easier, we are able to use a variety of milling plant to convert timber into waney edged boards or beams to be quarter sawn at a later date. Sometimes you, the client, may wish to keep some of this timber to build something for either the house or garden, so the tree keeps its presence on your property.

  • High Quality
  • Great Finish
  • Perfect for building
  • Good for fencing
Milling an ash log into boards on site
Clearing an old orchard
Removing a wind blown yew tree

Boards and beams from your own trees

Tree Planting

We can advise on species selection as well as supplying and planting your trees whether it be a single tree or ten thousand.

Whether planting whips for woodland and hedgerow regeneration or standard and over standard trees for instant effect around new or existing developments, trees provide diverse habitats, colour, shade and shape to our environment. Whatever your planting needs, just call for advice.

Landscaping

All kinds of Fencing and landscaping work undertaken

Working in and around people’s gardens, where trees may have damaged fences or other structures, Richard has often been asked to carry out repairs or replacement. This has led to other hard landscape tasks such as the construction of steps and retaining walls. We are happy to offer advice and quotations for a range of hard landscape services, which includes step building, retaining, high quality fencing and other landscape services.

  • Block Paving
  • Retaining
  • Preparation
  • Fencing
A sleeper retaining wall and new fence along a garden path
Retaining wall and fence
Timber sleeper raised beds and retaining beside a brick wall
Retaining
A climber with a chainsaw, roped in on a tall trunk

About Arboriginal

My name is Richard Downs. Having trained at Merrist Wood agricultural college in 1984 I have worked as a tree surgeon throughout Kent and London, across the home counties, south west to Somerset and Cornwall and now based in Hereford providing a high quality professional arboricultural service.

With over 30 years working in commercial and domestic tree surgery and woodland management, Arboriginal are able to offer sound advice backed up by solid working practices to deliver exceptional service to our clients.

Arboriginal is committed to the principles of permaculture and we apply this philosophy to all aspects of our work, be that on your property or at our premises. So whatever the situation, please call for free advice and quotation.

Work carried out for

  • many London boroughs
  • power companies
  • the National Trust
  • English Nature

Worked across

  • Kent and London
  • the home counties
  • Somerset and Cornwall
  • Hereford

What our customers say

4.7 from 13 Google reviews
“Second time using Richard and Ben. Both times we have been more than pleased with every aspect of their work from start to finish…… and the site always left very clean and tidy. They took down a huge tree for us last time that was very close to our house with no problem and this time 6 more. I honestly wouldn’t use anybody else and would highly recommend them.”
julie actonGoogle review
“Second time have used Arboriginal Tree Services and recommend highly. Richard and Ben reduced a large Ash tree. Very professional, pleasant and reliable. Carried out an excellent service, site was left clean. Very happy with work carried out on both occasions, will definitely use again and recommend to friends and family. Thanks Richard and Ben.”
wendy nashGoogle review
“We hired Richard to cut down a very large ash tree and then to come back and help split the logs and chop the fire wood. On both occasions he arrived promptly, worked hard without stopping and was a really friendly guy to have around. He was very responsive on both occasions and reasonably priced. We will use him again in the future and recommend him for any tree work.”
Andy NormanGoogle review

Where we work

We are based in Hereford.

Serving Hereford, Leominster, Gloucester, Wales, London, Sussex, Kent and the South East.

  • Hereford
  • Leominster
  • Gloucester
  • Wales
  • London
  • Sussex
  • Kent
  • the South East

Arboriginal Tree Services
Forest Gate, Callow, Hereford HR2 8BX

Free advice and quotation

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