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Tree surgery

Professional tree surgeons

Full range of tree management and maintenance services

The best approach for tree management is one of minimal intervention.

However, in our modern environment where we have to consider public health and safety, amenity value, excessive shading and the longevity of trees in outdoor spaces, we have a duty to maintain them appropriately.

We treat every tree as an individual, carefully considering the correct approach for the species, location and desired outcome.

We couple our extensive arboricultural knowledge and experience with the latest equipment and working methods, to ensure that your trees are cared for professionally and sensitively.

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Our services

These are just some of the tree management services we undertake

CROWN REDUCING OR RAISING

This pruning technique manages the height and spread of trees by removing growth from the top and sides (crown reduction) or from the lower parts (crown raising).

CROWN THINNING

Selective removal of branches from the uppermost part of the tree to reduce its density, boosting the tree’s health, increasing light levels and reducing the risk of branches falling.

POLLARDING AND RE-POLLARDING

Pollarding is a pruning technique whereby the upper branches of a tree are completely removed. This helps to manage the size of the tree, preserve juvenile features and extend its life-span.

TREE REMOVAL

Tree felling should always be a last resort. When it has to be done, it’s important to carry out the work in a safe manner, minimising the impact on the surrounding area.

Frequently asked questions

We have the skills and equipment to carry out any type of tree management or maintenance work. For example, some of our most popular services include:

  • Crown reduction (reducing the height and/or spread of the tree crown)
  • Crown raising (removing lower branches to create more space under the tree)
  • Crown thinning (selective removal of branches without changing the tree shape)
  • Pollarding and re-pollarding (removal of upper branches)
  • Coppicing (cutting back to ground level)
  • Tree shaping (pruning to restore a natural, balanced shape)
  • Deadwood removal (removing dead, dying or diseased growth)
  • Formative training and pruning (ensuring young trees grow strongly and stably)
  • Tree bracing and cabling (to support weak or split branches)
  • Tree felling (removal of trees, including sectional dismantling)

We also provide hedge cutting and management, stump grinding, tree survey and tree consultancy services.

All our work adheres to BS3998, which provides guidance for tree work in the UK.

We carry out a risk assessment for each project and adhere to strict health and safety processes, including Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidelines and all relevant regulations.

Our team are all qualified, certified and experienced arborists.

We are fully insured, including full Public Liability Insurance.

Yes, we are experienced in providing tree surgery on a large scale, including for country estates, schools, local authorities and housing developments. Find out more about our commercial tree management services.

Reviews

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Ken Waters
10 September 2026
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Carried out another annual trimming of our laurel and Hornbeam hedges which are 3m high, as usual the team were great, and carried out all the work quickly, and at a fair price, looking forward to seeing them again next year
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Diane Goff
24 August 2026
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This difficult job was completed efficiently and safely by this pleasant team. All debris was cleared. Highly recommended for this type of work.
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Andy Taylor
18 August 2026
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The team we had today were excellent. 3 feet was taken off the hedges and roughly 5 feet from the conifer. Everything was left clean and tidy. All within 3 hours. Would highly recommend!!!!
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Glenys Stonham
7 August 2026
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Very pleased with the hedge trimming. Tidy work and pleasant workers.
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thomas ward
6 August 2026
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A 4 man team from William Gordon Countryside Services felled 3 trees and reduced the canopy on 2 further trees in my back garden. I am delighted with my garden’s new appearance. These men were clearly very skilled in their work, and the methodical way they completed their task was a joy to witness. They also left my garden spotless. Would not hesitate to recommend this company. Great team, great service, great price - I’m very happy. Tom W
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S B
5 August 2026
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Friendly and informative from quote to day of work. All work carried out as discussed and site left clean
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Rob Howes
27 July 2026
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Very pleased with the work that William Gordon Services completed in our garden. The team were friendly, prompt and very tidy to take care when moving around the rest of the garden. We were happy to leave them to work whilst we were out too. I would reccomend them to anyone looking for tree surgery work.
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Clive Davis
17 July 2026
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First class service ,couldn't recommend them enough ! Arrived on time ,polite and courteous, the tree was down in no time at all , all branches and foliage removed immediately too , well pleased
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peter head
16 July 2026
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Great service. Professional tree and landscape service, completed the work on the day and time agreed and left the garden looking great. Recommend.

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© 2026 William Gordon Countryside Services Limited

Registered in England & Wales, company no. 15208002

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