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Hedge cutting in the Tunbridge Wells area

Hedges are a wonderful, natural way of defining boundaries, as well as providing an effective noise barrier to adjacent roads or pavements.

Our reliable, friendly team of arborists and tree surgeons are on hand to take care of your hedge maintenance in Tunbridge Wells. In both commercial and domestic settings, hedge trimming needs a professional approach from a knowledgeable, efficient team.

We take the time to assess each hedge carefully, considering its species, health, and purpose before carrying out any work. Our approach ensures a clean, balanced finish that promotes healthy growth and complements the surrounding landscape.

Whether you need hedge trimming or hedge reduction in Tunbridge Wells, at WGCS Tree Management we will offer you a range of options and will only ever provide you with honest and helpful advice.

You can be confident that your hedge trimming in Tunbridge Wells will be completed to the highest possible standard, with care and respect for your property and the surrounding area.

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Working hard with care

Fully managed and stress-free, from first contact to the finishing touches.

Environmentally aware

We never forget the needs of local wildlife and their habitats.

Professional and reliable

Our qualified and experienced Tunbridge Wells team always put safety first.

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HEDGE MAINTENANCE

Our hedge maintenance services in Tunbridge Wells are designed to keep your hedges healthy, neat, and well-shaped throughout the year. WGCS carry out your works in a fast, efficient and cost-effective manner. As an experienced and efficient team, we take away the stress of tree and hedge management.

HEDGE REDUCTION

Overgrown hedges can block light, restrict access, or lose their shape over time. Our team provides expert hedge reduction across Tunbridge Wells to restore balance and encourage strong, healthy growth. Where hedges are blocking light, or to ensure the long-term health of your hedge, specialist trimming to reduce the height and width of a hedge can be beneficial. We will advise you about the approach and timing to achieve the best possible outcome.

HEDGE TRIMMING, PRUNING AND SHAPING

We provide professional hedge trimming and shaping throughout Tunbridge Wells, helping both homeowners and businesses maintain well-defined, attractive boundaries. Hedge cutting needs vary depending on the variety of hedge and style of presentation. For example, formal hedges with crisp lines used to define boundaries may need cutting two to three times a year, whilst informal hedges with softer edges may only require cutting once a year. We'll always give you our honest opinion based on our specialist experience.

HEDGE CUTTING AND REMOVAL

When a hedge has reached the end of its life or no longer suits the layout of your property, our team provides safe, efficient hedge removal services in Tunbridge Wells. Where a hedge needs to be removed, our friendly, professional team will approach the work efficiently, with minimal disruption and leave the site tidy and clear of waste.

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Hedge cutting FAQs – Tunbridge Wells

Here you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions about our professional hedge cutting and maintenance services in Tunbridge Wells.

The frequency of hedge trimming depends on the hedge species and how formal you want it to look. For example, formal hedges such as box, yew or privet may need trimming two to three times a year to keep their crisp lines, while informal hedges such as beech or laurel may only need attention once a year.

Our arborists in Tunbridge Wells will assess your hedge and recommend a maintenance schedule that keeps it healthy, neat, and in proportion with its surroundings.

Most hedges are best trimmed between late spring and early autumn, though the timing depends on the type of hedge and its growth rate. We avoid cutting during periods of heavy frost or high heat to protect the plant’s structure.

In Tunbridge Wells, we also take care to check for active nesting birds before any work begins, ensuring all hedge cutting is carried out responsibly and in line with wildlife protection guidelines.

Yes. We carry out professional hedge reduction across Tunbridge Wells to control growth and restore balance to overgrown hedges. Reducing the height or width can improve light levels, make maintenance easier, and enhance the hedge’s overall health.

Our team will advise you on the most suitable method and time of year to achieve the best results for your specific hedge species.

Yes. All waste generated from hedge trimming or removal in Tunbridge Wells is cleared and disposed of responsibly. Smaller material is chipped on site and can be left with you for reuse as mulch, or we can remove it for recycling at a licensed facility.

We take pride in leaving every site tidy and ready to enjoy immediately after the work is complete.

Absolutely. We carry out hedge cutting and maintenance for both domestic and commercial clients throughout Tunbridge Wells and the surrounding areas. Our team is equipped to handle hedges of all sizes, from small garden boundaries to extensive perimeter hedges on estates, schools, and business parks.

No matter the scale, we provide the same level of care, professionalism, and attention to detail.

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Registered in England & Wales, company no. 15208002

Registered office:
2a Bank Street
Tonbridge
Kent
TN9 1BL