Business Details
Professional Tree Surgeon & Landscape Gardening Services in Lancashire
Frances Forestry and Landscaping is a family-run business based between Lancaster and Preston in Lancashire. Established by Joshua France, a native of Lancaster with a farming background in the Wyre Valley, the company combines practical expertise with creative vision to deliver high-quality forestry, landscaping, and garden maintenance solutions. Our team specialises in tree care, fencing, hard landscaping, and bespoke garden design, serving both domestic and commercial clients, including local authorities. We prioritise environmentally friendly practices, aiming to create functional and aesthetically pleasing outdoor spaces tailored to individual needs. All tree surgery work is conducted by fully qualified professionals adhering to health and safety regulations, with a commitment to removing or recycling waste materials responsibly.Our services extend to log splitting, hedge laying, and lawn maintenance, ensuring neatness and durability in every project. We pride ourselves on offering reasonably priced services without compromising on quality, backed by a Britain in Bloom award-winning heritage. Clients receive personalised consultations and free estimates, with flexibility to handle projects of all sizes. Our mission focuses on enhancing outdoor environments for communities while maintaining transparency and respect in all client interactions. With extensive experience in both rural and urban settings, we aim to transform spaces into practical, beautiful areas that align with ecological principles.
Services
Tree Felling & Pruning
Garden Design & Landscaping
Fencing Contractors
Lawn Maintenance
Hedge Cutting & Laying
Stump Grinding
Paving & Decking
Pond Installation
Firewood Supply
Commercial Ground Care
Highlights and features
- We offer bespoke landscaping solutions tailored to individual needs.
- Our team includes fully qualified tree surgeons with health and safety expertise.
- We provide free, no-obligation consultations and estimates.
- We prioritise environmentally responsible waste removal and recycling.
- Our family-run business combines local knowledge with award-winning experience.
Services
Tree Felling & Pruning
Our tree felling and pruning services ensure safe, precise removal or shaping of trees using industry-approved techniques. Fully qualified arborists assess each site to comply with health and safety standards while maintaining ecological balance. We handle waste materials through chipping, removal, or repurposing into firewood upon request.
Garden Design & Landscaping
We create custom garden layouts tailored to client preferences, integrating hard landscaping elements like paving, decking, and stone walls with plant selections. Our process includes site evaluation, concept development, and implementation to ensure functional, visually appealing outdoor spaces suited to both domestic and commercial properties.
Fencing Contractors
We install durable, aesthetically pleasing fences for domestic and commercial properties, including wooden gates, agricultural fencing, and equine-specific solutions. Each project begins with a site assessment to determine material and design requirements, ensuring structures are level, secure, and compliant with local regulations.
Lawn Maintenance
Our lawn care services include mowing, scarifying, aerating, and weed control to maintain healthy, tidy grassed areas. We use professional equipment to achieve precise cuts and neat borders, offering both one-off treatments and ongoing maintenance plans for domestic gardens and commercial grounds.
Hedge Cutting & Laying
We provide seasonal hedge trimming to maintain shape and density, alongside traditional hedge laying techniques for rural properties. This combines practicality with conservation benefits, creating robust boundaries that enhance biodiversity while meeting aesthetic and functional requirements for gardens and farmland.
People
Joshua France
Owner & Lead Tree Surgeon
Joshua France, founder of Frances Forestry and Landscaping, brings extensive experience from a farming background in the Wyre Valley. His expertise spans tree surgery, hard landscaping, and ecological design, with a focus on delivering high-quality, client-focused solutions across Lancashire.
Questions
What areas do you cover for tree surgery services?
We operate throughout Lancashire, including Preston, Lancaster, and surrounding rural areas for all tree surgery requirements.
Do you offer free estimates for landscaping projects?
Yes, we provide free, no-obligation consultations and written estimates for all landscaping and tree work after assessing your property.
Are your tree surgeons qualified?
All our tree work is carried out by fully qualified arborists certified to perform tasks safely and in compliance with industry regulations.
Can you handle large commercial fencing contracts?
Yes, we specialise in both domestic and commercial fencing, supplying and installing durable solutions tailored to project specifications.
What garden maintenance services do you provide?
We offer lawn mowing, hedge trimming, border maintenance, leaf collection, and seasonal treatments to keep gardens neat and healthy year-round.
Do you recycle tree waste from pruning or felling?
We chip or log waste materials on-site where possible, offering firewood or removing debris to leave your property clean and tidy.
