Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Landscaping Solutions
Established in 1910, Ashlea has grown to become one of the UK's leading privately owned commercial landscaping companies. Our head office in Carnforth, Lancashire, and regional offices across the UK enable nationwide service delivery. We specialise in hard and soft landscaping, grounds maintenance, arboricultural works, and highways services, combining a skilled workforce with specialist subcontractors. Our commitment to sustainable practices and client relationships has built a reputation for safe, reliable, and cost-effective project outcomes. With over a century of experience, we handle projects ranging from urban grass cutting to complex tree management and storm-damaged tree emergencies.Our teams adhere to industry standards such as BS3998:2010 and hold certifications ensuring compliance with LOLER and PUWER regulations. We serve diverse sectors including education, healthcare, retail, and local authorities, offering tailored solutions to meet client needs. Our recent Sighthill TRA project in Glasgow demonstrates our capability in large-scale landscape regeneration, earning recognition through awards like the Landscape Institute's Excellence in Landscape Construction. Backed by a comprehensive staff training programme, we maintain high standards across all operations, supported by a 24-hour emergency service for urgent tree-related issues.
Services
Landscaping
Grounds Maintenance
Arboricultural Works
Highways
Case Studies
Details
- Year established: 1910
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience in commercial landscaping
- Our nationwide network covers all UK regions
- We offer 24/7 emergency tree services
- Our arborists hold NPTC/LANTRA certifications
- We provide tailored solutions for diverse sectors
What people say
Great work by Chris and his team
Happy customer
Outstanding reputation
Professional staff
Successful outcomes
Services
Landscaping
Ashlea delivers comprehensive hard and soft landscaping solutions including site clearance, earthworks, tree planting, and irrigation. Our experienced teams handle projects from initial design to implementation, ensuring sustainable and aesthetically pleasing environments. We specialise in managing mature trees and complex planting schemes for commercial and public spaces.
Grounds Maintenance
We provide year-round grounds maintenance covering grass management, horticultural features, weed control, and winter services. Our approach combines professional contract management with staff training to ensure consistent quality. Services cater to schools, hospitals, retail parks, and industrial sites across the UK.
Arboricultural Works
Our certified arborists offer tree removal, crown thinning, and stump grinding following BS3998:2010 standards. We handle both routine maintenance and emergency storm-damage situations using specialist equipment. All operations comply with LOLER and PUWER regulations for safety and quality assurance.
Highways
Ashlea's highways services include grass cutting, weed control, tree management, and ditch clearance. We maintain urban and rural roadways through vegetation management and safety-focused operations. Our work ensures compliance with legal requirements for public safety and infrastructure preservation.
Case Studies
Our portfolio showcases complex projects like Glasgow's Sighthill TRA regeneration, involving soil remediation and large-scale planting. These examples demonstrate our capability in managing multi-million-pound contracts with precision and sustainability. Each case study highlights our problem-solving approach and commitment to client satisfaction.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide across the UK with offices in Lancashire, Yorkshire, Glasgow, and the Midlands.
Do you offer emergency tree services?
Yes, we provide a 24-hour emergency call-out service for storm-damaged trees.
What certifications do your arborists hold?
Our teams hold current NPTC/LANTRA certifications and follow LOLER and PUWER regulations.
What sectors do you work with?
We serve education, healthcare, retail, local authorities, and commercial clients across the UK.
Can you handle large-scale projects?
Yes, our Sighthill TRA project demonstrates our capability in managing complex, multi-million-pound contracts.
How do you ensure service quality?
Through comprehensive staff training, contract management, and adherence to industry standards like BS3998:2010.
