Business Details
29 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Professional Tree Surgery & Landscaping Services in Dorset
Established in 1997 by Darren Witt and Simon Stranger, Vale Tree Surgeons has built a reputation for excellence in tree surgery and landscaping across Dorset and surrounding areas. Our directors bring over 15 years of industry experience, ensuring technical expertise and professional standards in every project. We prioritise customer satisfaction through efficient execution of residential and commercial projects, supported by a fully qualified team equipped for tasks ranging from crown reduction to power line clearance.Our commitment to safety and quality is demonstrated through accreditations including Safe Contractor Approval and partnerships with national utility providers. With access to specialist machinery such as tracked chippers and Rayco stump grinders, we deliver solutions for sites of all sizes while maintaining full public liability insurance coverage.
Services
Tree Surgery
Landscaping
Equipment Hire
Logs for Sale
Ash Dieback Management
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- 24/7 availability for emergency tree work
- Over 15 years' experience in utility vegetation clearance
- Full public liability insurance coverage
- Specialist equipment for domestic and commercial projects
- Certified power line clearance specialists
Associations and certifications
- Safe Contractor Approved
- Woodsure
Services
Tree Surgery
Our tree surgery services include crown thinning, dead wooding, stump grinding, and emergency tree removal. Using specialist equipment like tracked chippers and Rayco grinders, we handle both domestic and commercial projects. Our certified arborists follow industry safety standards while delivering precise pruning, bracing, and crown reduction solutions tailored to each tree's health requirements.
Landscaping
We offer comprehensive landscaping services covering patios, decking, fencing, and pathway installation. Our experienced team creates functional outdoor spaces using quality materials and techniques. From initial design consultation to final execution, we focus on enhancing property aesthetics while ensuring practical usability for residential and commercial clients across Dorset.
Equipment Hire
Our equipment hire division provides access to specialist machinery including cherry pickers, tracked chippers, and stump grinders. Available for daily, weekly, or extended periods, our fleet accommodates both small gardens and large-scale projects. The Unimog 4x4 cherry picker with 15m working height and Fransguard tractor with 9-tonne winch demonstrate our capability to handle challenging terrain and demanding tasks.
Logs for Sale
We supply seasoned hardwood logs with 20% or less moisture content, certified by Woodsure for efficient burning. Available in cubic metre quantities, our firewood comes with delivery options within a 20-mile radius of BA8 0TN. Customers can also collect directly from our Henstridge Airfield yard at reduced rates, ensuring quality fuel for domestic heating and commercial applications.
Ash Dieback Management
Our specialists address ash dieback fungus through identification, containment, and replacement strategies. We assess affected trees for safety risks, implement appropriate removal or treatment plans, and provide guidance on alternative planting options. With expertise in disease progression patterns, we help clients manage infected trees while minimising environmental impact across Dorset and surrounding regions.
People
Darren Witt
Director
Co-founder with over 15 years' experience in tree surgery, specialising in utility vegetation clearance and power line safety operations across southern England.
Simon Stranger
Director
Co-founder and technical director, managing large-scale contracts for national infrastructure projects while maintaining operational oversight of all field teams and equipment resources.
Questions
What tree services do you offer?
We provide tree surgery, stump grinding, crown reduction, hedge cutting, and emergency tree removal services across Dorset and surrounding areas.
Are you available for emergency work?
Yes, our team operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week for urgent tree-related emergencies and storm damage situations.
Do you hire out equipment?
We offer plant machinery hire including cherry pickers, tracked chippers, and stump grinders for both short-term and extended projects.
Are your firewood logs certified?
Yes, all our seasoned hardwood logs carry Woodsure certification with guaranteed moisture content below 20% for efficient burning.
Can you help with ash dieback?
Our specialists identify infected trees, assess risks, and implement appropriate management strategies while advising on replacement planting options.
What areas do you cover?
We operate primarily in Dorset, with services extending to Somerset, Wiltshire, and surrounding regions for both domestic and commercial clients.
