Arborscape is a Living Wage Employer
🌿 Big news from Arborscape! 🌿
We’re proud to announce that Arborscape is now officially Living Wage accredited by the Living Wage Foundation. This means every member of our team earns a wage that reflects the real cost of living, not just the legal minimum.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. From the arborists climbing high in the canopy to the team supporting projects on the ground, everyone deserves fair pay for the skilled work they bring to our communities and landscapes.
Becoming a Living Wage employer is part of our commitment to building a responsible, sustainable business that looks after both the environment and the people who care for it.
A Mechanised Solution
A mechanised solution for hazardous trees at Whitehaven cemetery.
Best Bulbs to Plant for the Cumbrian Climate
A seasonal planting guide from Arborscape Environmental Services Cumbria’s gardens are defined by their lushness and resilience. With wet winters, cool springs, and occasional summer warmth, selecting bulbs that thrive in these conditions is key. Ornamental bulbs, with their structure, height, and vibrant colours, provide year-after-year interest while complementing local landscapes. At Arborscape Environmental Services, […]
Woodland Garden in Patterdale:
A Case Study One of the quiet truths of landscape work is how fleeting it can be. Many projects are measured in days or weeks, and then you pack up your tools and move on, never quite seeing the full story unfold. This woodland garden in Patterdale, Cumbria is different. It has been a pleasure […]
Preparing for Winter Storms: Windblown Trees Training and Certification Strengthens Our Emergency Response Strategy
As the colder months are upon us with the risk of severe weather, even as we approach Spring, our teams are once again taking proactive steps to prepare for the challenges that storms can bring. Today, our field operatives are undertaking specialist Windblown Trees Training and Certification — an advanced and highly technical qualification designed […]
How to Prune Rowan Trees (Sorbus aucuparia)
A Complete Guide for Healthy Growth Rowan trees, also known as Sorbus aucuparia or mountain ash, are prized for their delicate foliage, spring flowers, and vibrant autumn berries. While they are naturally graceful trees, proper pruning is essential to keep a rowan healthy, structurally sound, and looking its best. In this guide, we’ll explore when […]
Emergency Tree Removal
What to Do When a Tree Becomes a Threat Trees are living assets that add beauty, shade, and value to your property. But when a tree becomes damaged, unstable, or diseased, it can quickly shift from an asset to a serious hazard. Storms, high winds, lightning, or hidden structural decay can turn even a healthy-looking […]
Mechanised Arboriculture: The Benefits of Modern Tree Management
Mechanised arboriculture is transforming the way large-scale tree work is planned and delivered. By combining skilled operators with specialist machinery, it offers a safer, more efficient, and more consistent approach to arboricultural management. At Arborscape Environmental Services, mechanised arboriculture is used where it provides clear advantages in health and safety, productivity, environmental control, and cost […]
De-vegetation And Site Preparation Services
Building the Foundation for Success When it comes to any successful landscaping, construction, or development project, a solid foundation starts with the ground itself. Before planting, paving, or building begins, it’s essential to ensure the land is properly cleared, stabilised, and prepared. That’s where de-vegetation and site preparation services come in. What Is De-vegetation? De-vegetation […]
How to Prune Hawthorn:
A Complete Guide for Hedges, Hedge-Laying, Gapping Up & Specimen Trees Pruning Hawthorn: Crataegus monogyna, also known as May or Whitethorn, is one of the most valued native species in Britain and Ireland. Renowned for its dense growth, sweet-scented blossom, and rich ecological value, hawthorn serves as both a beautiful ornamental tree and an incredibly […]