Landmarc is able to undertake all aspects of tree clearance & tree removal works. From simple tree surgery to challenging & large-scale tree removal.
Landmarc is able to undertake all aspects of tree clearance & tree removal works. From simple tree surgery to challenging & large-scale tree removal.
Landmarc has years of experience conducting tree clearance work in Totnes and across Devon. We offer a variety of tree services tailored to the needs of residential and commercial clients in South Devon. Our work is accomplished quickly and safely, leaving your property looking neat and tidy. Landmarc is able to undertake a wide range of tree clearance projects in Devon, from simple tree surgery to dangerous tree removal and large-scale tree clearance.
This is possible due to our modern fleet of excavators and specialist equipment that we carry in-house. This results in the quick, accurate, and efficient removal of trees, no matter the size, anywhere in Totnes or the surrounding Devon areas. Landmarc wouldn’t be able to run this modern fleet without our qualified and experienced operators. Our operators ensure that safe working practices are maintained, meeting the needs of clients in Totnes, South Devon, and beyond.
There are many methods to choose from when you’re tasked with tree stump removal in Totnes or across Devon. For example, many try to remove tree stumps by hand. In our experience, this leads to poor use of time and a lot of back-breaking work. At Landmarc, we have been using mechanical stump removal methods for over 30 years. Using mechanical methods to remove tree stumps has enabled us to offer an affordable tree removal service. We are able to eliminate stumps quickly and efficiently.
This means that our clients in Devon are able to sit back and relax, whilst our trained operators safely remove their hazardous tree stumps and any related roots. Removing the whole tree stump prevents suckering & fungal root rot. It can provide many other advantages too. One example is the freedom to make use of the free space that will be gained from the removed stump. Many of our clients in South Devon use this time to plant new trees in its place or introduce new planting to their landscape.
Many people think that tree clearance is bad for woodland management. But you may be surprised to know that tree felling is a positive tool. It can increase the health a diversity of a woodland.
Did you know that tree shoots grown from coppiced stumps can grow as much as two metres in a year? Once fully grown, a tree grown from cut stumps can provide a never ending supply of self-renewing wood.
Woodland management is essential to maintaining a healthy & diverse woodland across Totnes and South Devon. Without a helping hand, many woodlands can become dominated by mature trees. These trees block out sunlight to smaller trees and plants. This can have a detrimental effect not only on plant life but also on natural wildlife and its supporting habitats. Effective tree trimming and tree removal services in Devon are crucial for preserving woodland health. Many people don’t understand the importance of tree felling with regard to conservation. This is because it is often related to negative connotations. However, it is a positive tree service and is a crucial part of maintaining a healthy woodland ecology.
Many people in Totnes and the surrounding Devon areas don’t realise the importance of tree felling for conservation because it’s often associated with negative connotations. However, tree felling is a vital woodland management service that ensures a healthy woodland ecology. Without the removal of dominant trees, the woodland canopy can become overgrown and dense, hindering the growth of new saplings and starving local wildlife of plant-based food.
At Landmarc, we provide professional woodland management services in Devon, including tree cutting, coppicing, and tree thinning. Our expert team helps to ensure your woodland thrives while supporting the needs of local wildlife.
Tree felling in Totnes and Devon plays a significant role in creating varied habitats with diverse age structures. This is essential for many species of wildlife found in Devon woodlands, particularly during the early stages of a woodland’s development. By removing older trees and preserving younger ones, we help create microhabitats that support a wider range of wildlife.
Our tree felling services in South Devon also benefit woodland birds, which require a variety of habitats to thrive. By managing the process effectively, we ensure that the woodlands of Totnes and Devon remain vibrant and ecologically balanced.
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In addition to creating varied habitats, tree felling in Totnes and Devon helps to create a more open landscape within a woodland. This open environment is particularly beneficial for woodland mammals in Devon woodlands, which need open spaces to move freely. It also improves visibility, which supports certain species by making it easier for predators to spot their prey, contributing to a balanced ecosystem.
South Devon woodlands are rich in native tree species, such as English oak (Quercus robur), pedunculate oak (Quercus petraea), ash (Fraxinus excelsior), silver birch (Betula pendula), and field maple (Acer campestre). Shrubby understorey trees like hazel (Corylus avellana), hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna), and holly (Ilex aquifolium) are also common, providing crucial habitats and food sources for local wildlife. These species contribute to the diverse and thriving ecosystems that define the region.
At Landmarc, we provide a wide range of tree removal solutions for woodland owners in Totnes and across Devon. One of our most effective methods is coppicing, a sustainable approach to woodland management. This involves working as a team to remove large, dominant trees, such as mature oaks, ash, or birch, while leaving their stumps intact. These stumps regenerate with new shoots, promoting natural growth and biodiversity.
In some cases, these tree shoots, including those from hazel and field maple, may require careful pruning to encourage strong growth. However, many shoots thrive without intervention. By using the coppicing system in Devon, woodlands develop a diverse structure ranging from brambles and scrub to open glades. This variation is ideal for supporting wildlife habitats, including species such as woodpeckers, dormice, and woodland butterflies that rely on these varied environments.
Our experience in woodland management in Devon highlights the importance of consistent teamwork when undertaking projects like coppicing or tree felling. With proper management, the wildlife in Totnes and Devon woodlands can flourish while maintaining a healthy and sustainable environment.
If you own your own home, you’re usually free to fell trees in your own garden, unless they’re covered by a Tree Preservation Order or they’re in a Conservation Area. If you’re renting instead, remember to get a thumbs-up from your landlord first.
We’d always recommend to get any trees felled by an experienced professional as if any tree work or felling you do ends up causing damage or injury to your neighbour or their property—like if a tree topples over onto their shed unexpectedly—that falls under your liability.
When you’re considering work on a tree it’s essential to find out whether that tree is under a Tree Preservation Order (TPO). If a tree is subject to a TPO you will need to apply for permission first. This is because TPOs are legal protections put in place to safeguard trees that add significant value to the local environment and community.
However, there are instances where a TPO can be set aside. For example, if there’s a development project that has already received planning permission and the tree needs to be removed to facilitate this development, the TPO may not stand in the way. This isn’t done lightly, the planning authorities carefully weigh the benefits of the development against the value of the protected tree. They will consider factors such as the tree’s age, species, health, and its contribution to the landscape before making a decision.
You can often find a map of protected trees, either under Tree Preservation Orders or within Conservation Areas, on your local authority’s website. If you can’t locate the map, a quick call or email to your local council should get you the information you need. For example if you’re in Plymouth this is their TPO guide map.
If you own your own home, you’re usually free to fell trees in your own garden. However, if you live in a conservation area and your trees are not covered by TPO’s, you need to notify the local planning authority in writing six weeks prior to any intended work. During the six week notice period, you can’t start work without explicit authorization. If you don’t get authorization you may get a fine of up to £20,000 and the obligation to plant a new tree.
However, you don’t need permission to fell or prune trees with a diameter smaller than 7.5 centimetres and measured at 1.5 metres above the ground, or this extends to 10 centimetres in diameter if the work is for thinning purposes that promote the growth of other trees.
If you need to fell a tree outside of your private garden, you may need a felling licence to legally complete the work. It’s typically unlawful to fell trees that yield 5 cubic metres of timber without a felling licence. Before granting a licence, the appropriate government department will outline certain conditions. Some common conditions can include replanting and upkeep of the trees for a set duration. However, licences issued for thinning woodland don’t usually include a requirement to replant.