Arboriculture and Forestry
Arboriculture and forestry
Woodlands and forestry sites are important elements in the fight against both climate change and the biodiversity crisis. At ELMS we offer a full service relating to woodland and forestry creation and management.
With our experienced operators and specialist low ground pressure equipment as well as extensive experience working with organisations ranging from private landowners to government organisations we can tailor our operations to suit your requirements.
Woodland management
ELMS Ltd provides sensitive management operations across all woodland habitats.
Our services include:
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Selective thinning and felling
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Control of invasive tree and shrub species e.g Laurel and Rhododendron
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Crown lifting, thinning and reduction
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Coppicing
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Brash extraction
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Scrub clearance
Mechanical interventions
Our team is trained to carry out mechanical interventions in woodland restoration which involves using specialist machinery across sensitive woodland and forestry sites.
Our services include:
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Flail mowing and forestry mulching
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Stump removal
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Site preparation
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Felling and processing of wood products, including coppice and timber
Habitat and biodiversity services
ELMS carry out various woodland and forestry services including species specific habitat restoration by opening up dense canopy cover for ground flora and restoration of natural forest ecosystems.
Our services include:
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Tree planting and woodland creation
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Hedgerow planting
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Dead hedge and habitat pile creation
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Woodland edge enhancement
Forest to bog
Forest to bog refers to peatland restoration and is crucial for enhancing biodiversity, improving carbon storage and restoring the natural hydrological functions of peatland ecosystems. ELMS are experienced in restoring peatland function through tree removal and hydrological management within sensitive sites.
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Our services include:
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Feasibility studies and consultancy​
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Tree harvesting and felling
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Furrow blocking and reprofiling​
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Ground smoothing
Get in touch
Do you have a project that could require ELMS Ltd's commitment to nature's recovery?