Arboricultural Consultancy in Cumbria and the North West
Independent Arboricultural Consultancy in Cumbria and the North West
Evolve Tree Management is an independent arboricultural consultancy based near Penrith, providing clear, practical advice and reporting across Cumbria and the North West.
We support landowners, estates, schools, councils, businesses, architects and planning consultants with tree risk surveys, BS5837 development surveys, woodland management plans and advice on protected trees. For an overview of the different survey types, visit our Tree Survey Cumbria page.
Our Services
Arboricultural Services Across Cumbria
Independent advice and reporting for tree safety, planning and development, protected trees and long-term woodland management. Select the relevant service below, or get in touch if you are unsure what you need.
Professional tree surveys and arboricultural reports across Cumbria, including BS5837 Tree Surveys, Tree Risk Reports, planning support and long-term tree management advice.
Tree Risk Surveys & Tree Reports
Professional tree risk assessments and management recommendations for landowners, estates, schools, councils and businesses. Surveys are tailored to site use, occupancy and risk exposure, providing practical and proportionate recommendations for ongoing tree management.
BS5837 Development Surveys
Arboricultural surveys and reports for planning applications, development sites and change of use proposals. Services include Tree Constraints Plans, Arboricultural Impact Assessments and Arboricultural Method Statements.
Woodland Management Plans
Long-term woodland management planning for private woodland owners, estates and rural businesses. This includes Forestry Commission-approved management plans, grant applications and practical woodland management advice.
TPO & Conservation Area Applications
Advice and application support for protected trees within Tree Preservation Orders and Conservation Areas. We can assess proposed works, prepare applications and liaise with local authorities on your behalf.
Meet Josh Ledbury
Evolve Tree Management is led by Josh Ledbury, an independent arboricultural consultant providing tree surveys and consultancy throughout Cumbria and the North West.
With qualifications including the Technician's Certificate in Arboriculture, Professional Tree Inspector (PTI) and QTRA training, Josh combines technical knowledge with extensive practical arboricultural experience. This background helps ensure that recommendations are not only technically robust but also realistic, proportionate and practical to implement on site.
Josh regularly supports architects, planning consultants, estates, schools, parish councils, businesses and private landowners, providing clear advice on tree management, planning applications and risk management.
Looking for a Tree Survey in Cumbria? We provide Tree Risk Surveys, BS5837 Development Surveys, Woodland Management Plans and Arboricultural Consultancy services across Cumbria and the North West. Visit our dedicated Tree Survey Cumbria page to learn more.
Why Choose Evolve Tree Management
Qualified arboricultural consultant
Professional tree surveys across Cumbria
Experience supporting planning applications
Practical, realistic recommendations
Extensive hands-on arboricultural knowledge
Support for architects, estates, schools and councils
Clear reporting and straightforward advice
What Our Customers Say
Which Tree Service Do I Need?
Different situations require different arboricultural services.
Evolve Tree Management provides tree surveys, arboricultural advice and woodland management services across Cumbria, helping landowners and organisations understand and manage their trees responsibly.
BS5837 Tree Surveys
Required for planning applications and development proposals where trees may be affected by construction.
Tree Risk Reports
Professional tree inspections helping landowners fulfill their duty of care responsibilities.
Woodland Management Plans
Long-term woodland planning, Forestry Commission applications and grant-supported management.
TPO & Conservation Area Advice
Guidance on protected trees, applications and local authority requirements.
Not sure which service you need? Get in touch, and we can advise.
Additional Services
Forestry & Woodland Management
Practical woodland management services for estates, farms and private woodland owners, including thinning, ride management, woodland improvement works, tree planting, deer protection measures and support with Forestry Commission grant-funded projects.
Tree Care & Tree Surgery
Professional tree surgery services including pruning, crown reduction, crown lifting, sectional dismantling and tree removal. All work is informed by sound arboricultural principles, helping maintain tree health, manage risk and meet site-specific objectives.
Tree Planting & Woodland Design
Tree planting schemes ranging from individual specimen trees and hedgerows through to larger woodland creation projects. Advice can be provided on species selection, planting design, establishment and long-term management.
Contact us.
Evolve Tree Management
Josh Ledbury
Greystoke,
Penrith,
Cumbria
07754913251
contact@evolvetreemanagement.co.uk