Expert Tree Surgeons
in Winchester & Hampshire.
Professional tree surgeons serving Winchester and the surrounding Hampshire villages. Crown reductions, tree removal, stump grinding and more, carried out safely, cleanly, and with minimal disruption.
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What type of work do you need?
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How tall is the tree (roughly)?
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How easy is access to the tree?
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Is the tree protected by a TPO or in a conservation area?
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When do you need the work done?
Your ballpark estimate
This is a rough guide based on typical jobs in Hampshire. Every tree is different, the only way to get an accurate price is a free site visit, which we’re happy to arrange.
Healthy Trees, Healthier Gardens
Well-maintained trees enhance your property’s character and boost kerb appeal. Winchester’s mature tree stock is part of what makes the city so beautiful, we help you look after your share of it.
Qualified, Insured & Experienced
All our arborists hold NPTC qualifications and carry full public liability insurance. Every job is carried out to BS 3998, the British Standard for tree work, so you’re in safe hands.
A Garden You’re Proud Of
We leave every site cleaner than we found it. Whether it’s a single overgrown tree or a full garden clearance, we work neatly, efficiently, and with full respect for your property.
Why It Matters
Tree Surgery
Done Properly.
Healthy, well-managed trees add genuine value to your home and the wider streetscape. Whether you need routine crown maintenance, a dangerous limb removed, or advice on a tree you’re worried about, we’re here to help.
We serve homeowners, landlords, businesses, and property developers across Winchester and the surrounding Hampshire countryside, from the Victorian terraces of St Cross and Fulflood to the larger gardens of Teg Down and Oliver’s Battery.
Get a Free QuoteTree Preservation Orders & Conservation Areas in Winchester
Much of Winchester city centre and many surrounding villages fall within designated Conservation Areas, and many individual trees are protected by Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs). Carrying out work on a protected tree without consent from Winchester City Council can result in significant fines. We handle all TPO applications and council notifications on your behalf, just ask us when you get in touch.
Our Promise
Hampshire Tree Surgeons
You Can Rely On.
As local Winchester tree surgeons, we work here every day. We know the area, we understand the local planning requirements, and we take real pride in the work we do on our own doorstep.
We turn up when we say we will, carry out the work to a high standard, and leave your site tidy. No hidden costs, no mess left behind, no fuss.
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What We Do
Tree Surgery Services
Across Hampshire
A full range of professional arborist and tree surgery services across Winchester and Hampshire.
Crown Reduction & Pruning
Reduce the size and weight of a tree’s canopy while maintaining its natural shape. Ideal for trees that have outgrown their space or are encroaching on buildings and boundaries.
Tree Removal & Felling
Safe dismantling and removal of dangerous, dead, or unwanted trees. We use specialist lowering equipment to protect your property, fences, and neighbouring gardens throughout.
Stump Grinding
Complete removal of tree stumps to below ground level using professional grinding equipment, leaving the area ready for turfing, planting, or hard landscaping.
Crown Lifting
Removal of lower branches to increase clearance beneath the canopy, commonly needed over driveways, footpaths, and boundary fences. Improves light to the garden below.
Tree Health Surveys
Professional assessment of tree health, structural integrity, and condition. Written reports available for planning applications, property purchases, or general peace of mind.
Hedge Cutting & Reduction
Shaping and reduction of all hedge types, including large boundary hedges. Regular maintenance contracts available for domestic and commercial properties.
Deadwooding
Removal of dead, dying, or diseased branches from the canopy, reducing the risk of falling limbs and improving the overall health and appearance of your trees.
TPO Applications
We manage Tree Preservation Order applications and Conservation Area notifications with Winchester City Council on your behalf, keeping your project compliant from the outset.
Timing matters more than most people think
The right work at the wrong time of year can stress a tree, break the law, or cost you significantly more. Fruit tree pruning in late summer, oak pruning in July, hedge cutting during nesting season, all common and costly mistakes.
This calendar covers what Hampshire homeowners need to know, month by month, the best windows for each type of work, and the things to watch out for.
- Covers all major tree surgery operations
- Wildlife and legal considerations included
- Hampshire weather and ground conditions factored in
- Links to relevant services throughout
Quick reference: best seasons
Best: Nov–Feb (dormant, leaves off, cleaner work)
Best: Jan–Mar (before bud burst)
Best: Jun–Aug (shading impact at its clearest)
Best: Nov–Feb (bare-root, best establishment)
Year-round, best on firm ground (Oct–Mar)
Best: Apr–Oct (symptoms visible in leaf)
Monthly tree care guide
Click any month to see what tree work is recommended, what to avoid, and what to plan ahead for.
January, Peak winter working season
Good this month
- 🌲Tree removal & felling, dormant season means cleaner cuts, less sap and easier timber handling
- ✂️Fruit tree pruning, January to March is the classic window for apples, pears and plums
- 💪Structural crown pruning, full branch architecture visible without leaves
- 🪵Stump grinding, firm winter ground makes site access straightforward
Watch out for
- 🦇Check for roosting bats before removing veteran trees, hollow stems or those with dense ivy, bats are protected year-round
- ❄️Frozen ground delays stump grinding, confirm conditions before booking heavy machinery
February, Last of the dormant window
Good this month
- 🍎Fruit tree pruning, ideal timing, just before bud burst; most species respond best now
- 🌿Pollarding, February to March is the optimum window for willows, limes and planes
- 💀Deadwooding, dead wood fully visible without leaf cover; easier assessment and removal
- 📅Book spring and summer work now, diaries fill quickly once the season turns
Watch out for
- 🐦Bird nesting can begin as early as late February in mild spells, check hedges and dense canopy before any pruning
- 🌱Last chance for bare-root tree planting this season, container-grown trees are the alternative from March
March, Transition month
Good this month
- 🌿Ivy removal, full extent of coverage visible before ivy leafs up; ideal timing
- 📋TPO applications for summer work, submit now to allow the 8-week council decision period
- 🔍Tree health surveys, first leaf emergence makes ash dieback symptoms visible; ideal timing
- ✂️Last chance for dormant-season fruit tree pruning before bud burst on early species
Watch out for
- 🐦Nesting season is underway, a professional nest survey is required before tree removal or heavy pruning
- 🍑Do not prune cherry, plum or other Prunus species, silver leaf disease enters through wounds in wet spring conditions
April, Spring growth, peak nesting
Good this month
- 🍂Ash dieback assessment, delayed or absent leaf burst is the key diagnostic symptom; April is the window
- 📄BS 5837 tree surveys for planning applications, spring is ideal as tree status is clearly visible
- 🌱Container-grown tree planting with good irrigation, bare-root season is over but container stock establishes well
- 📋Plan and book crown thinning and lifting for summer, busy season approaching
Watch out for
- 🐦Nesting season at its peak, professional nest check legally required before significant tree work or removal
- 🌳Do NOT prune oaks from April through July, high-risk period for acute oak decline and pathogen transmission through fresh wounds
May, Full spring canopy
Good this month
- ☀️Crown thinning assessment, shading impact at its most apparent; ideal time to evaluate how much work is needed
- 🍎Summer pruning of trained fruit trees (espaliers, fans, cordons) begins from late May
- 🔍Tree health surveys, full canopy visible, health and structural issues clearly assessable
- 💀Deadwooding, dead branches obvious against green growth; good visibility for climbers
Watch out for
- 🐦Nesting season continues through August, nest check required before any tree removal or significant pruning work
- 🌳Oak pruning still prohibited, wait until late August at the earliest before any work on oaks
June, Peak summer season
Good this month
- ☀️Crown thinning, the ideal month; full shade effect is at its most apparent and measurable
- 🚗Crown lifting, full leaf reveals exactly what clearance is needed over driveways, paths and lawns
- 🍎Summer pruning of trained fruit trees (espaliers, fans, cordons), June to August
- 🌿Ivy removal, fully leafed coverage at its most obvious; impact on host trees clearly visible
Watch out for
- 🐦Bird nesting still active through August, nest survey required before any felling or heavy crown work
- 🌳Do not prune oaks, risk of acute oak decline pathogen transmission is at peak through summer months
July, High summer
Good this month
- ☀️Crown thinning and lifting, full canopy season continues; shading assessments most accurate
- 🔍Tree health surveys, disease symptoms and structural issues at their clearest in full leaf
- 📄Arboricultural reports for planning applications, trees in full leaf give the clearest assessment
- 🍎Summer pruning of trained fruit trees continues, reduces vigour and improves fruit quality
Watch out for
- 🌳Avoid oak pruning until late August at the earliest, risk of pathogen transmission through fresh cuts remains high
- 🌡️Hot dry weather stresses recently pruned trees, ensure any new plantings have adequate water through summer
August, Late summer
Good this month
- 🍎Fruit tree pruning (untrained trees), late August onwards is the traditional start of the summer pruning window
- 🍂Ash dieback surveys, ideal window before leaf fall; symptoms at their most visible
- ☀️Crown thinning and lifting continue through August
- 📅Book autumn and winter tree removal now, September and October diaries fill fast
Watch out for
- 🐦Nesting season typically ends in late August, confirm no active nests before cutting; late broods are common in warm years
- 🪵Dry hard ground can affect stump grinding access, check site conditions before booking
September, Autumn begins
Good this month
- 🌱Tree planting, container-grown trees settle in well during September; soil is warm and moist
- 🍎Fruit tree pruning (after harvest), September is a good window for untrained apple, pear and plum
- 📋TPO applications for winter tree removal, submit now to allow the 8-week decision period
- 🍂Ash dieback assessments, symptoms at their most definitive just before leaf fall
Watch out for
- 💧Ground can become wet in September, check access for heavy machinery like chippers and stump grinders
- 📋Confirm TPO or conservation area status before booking any tree removal, enforcement doesn’t pause for autumn
October, Autumn in full
Good this month
- 🌱Bare-root tree planting season begins, best value and outstanding establishment rates
- 🌲Tree removal, leaves beginning to fall, structure becoming visible; arisings easier to manage
- 🪵Stump grinding, prime season; ground firm but not frozen, good access
- 🌿Pollarding, October to November is a good secondary window for willows and limes
Watch out for
- 💧Ground conditions can be variable, confirm site access before scheduling heavy equipment
- 📋Confirm all necessary permissions for protected trees, TPO consent is still required regardless of season
November, Peak planting and winter work
Good this month
- 🌱Bare-root tree planting peak, November to February gives the best establishment rates
- 🌲Tree removal and felling, dormant season in full; leaves off, clean work, full structure visible
- ✂️Structural crown pruning, ideal visibility for assessing and improving tree architecture
- 💀Deadwooding, all dead wood now clearly visible without leaf cover; most efficient time of year
Watch out for
- 🦇Check for roosting bats before removing veteran trees or those with cavities, bats are legally protected year-round
- 💧Wet or frozen ground can affect stump grinding and site access, plan accordingly
December, Quietest booking window
Good this month
- 🌲Tree removal, quietest booking period of the year; often the shortest wait times
- ✂️Structural crown pruning and pollarding, full dormancy, clean cuts, minimal stress
- 🌱Bare-root tree planting continues through December and into the new year
- 📅Plan ahead, book spring and summer work now before diaries fill in February and March
Watch out for
- ❄️Frozen ground delays stump grinding, confirm ground conditions before scheduling grinding work
- 🌑Short daylight hours in December mean larger jobs may need to be split across two days
Where We Work
Your Local Tree Surgeon, Covering Winchester & the Surrounding Hampshire Villages
Where to Find Us
Based in Winchester,
Serving Hampshire.
We’re a Winchester-based tree surgery team covering the city and the surrounding Hampshire villages. Whether you’re in the city centre, on the outskirts, or out in the countryside, if you’re within roughly 20 miles of Winchester, we cover you.
That includes being a trusted tree surgeon in Romsey, Eastleigh, Andover and Chandler’s Ford, as well as Alresford, Stockbridge, Bishops Waltham and Whitchurch, all within easy reach of Winchester.
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Based in Southgate Chambers, 37-39 Southgate Street, Winchester, SO23 9EH
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Phone 01962 448 441
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Hours Mon–Fri 7:30am–6pm | Sat 8am–4pm
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Service radius Approximately 20 miles from Winchester city centre
What Our Clients Say
Winchester’s Trusted
Tree Surgeons
“Brilliant from start to finish. They dealt with a large ash tree that was overhanging our roof in Teg Down, turned up on time, were completely professional, and left the garden spotless. Couldn’t recommend them more highly.”
“We needed a TPO application handled for two oaks in our garden near St Cross. They managed the whole process with Winchester City Council, kept us informed throughout, and the pruning work afterwards was immaculate.”
“Used them to remove a large conifer and grind the stump in our garden in Kings Worthy. Excellent, tidy work. Very reasonable price and a genuinely friendly team. Already booked them in for our annual hedge cut.”