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Tree removal, stump removal and site clearance across Lancashire and the North West. Grounds maintenance contracts, tree surveys, chainsaw courses and NPTC assessment. ARB Approved Contractor, assessed by the Arboricultural Association on work quality, safety and insurance.
ARB Approved Tree Surgeons in Preston & Lancashire: Professional Arboriculture Services, Grounds Maintenance & Training
At Great Oaks Tree Services, we offer expert tree surgery, grounds maintenance, and arboriculture training across Preston and Lancashire.
Below you can see our commercial services. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us:
At Great Oaks Tree Services, we offer expert tree surgery, grounds maintenance, and arboriculture training across Preston and Lancashire.
Online courses
Each one is taken on a phone, tablet or computer and ends with a certificate of completion. Employers ordering for five or more people can pay on one invoice.
Opening soon. Register your interest and we will email you the day the first courses go on sale.
Discover the online courses
Browse all 18 courses, from manual handling to sharps awareness.
How to appoint us
Great Oaks Tree Services Ltd is one of 22 suppliers appointed to the Fusion21 Grounds Maintenance Framework, worth up to £85 million and running to June 2030.
Fusion21 members can appoint us through the framework, using its call-off options. Members include housing providers, councils, education, the NHS and blue light services.
Insurance held: £5 million public and products liability, £10 million employers’ liability and £1 million professional indemnity.
Every job is quoted in writing and photographed as it is done. Certificates and insurance documents are available on request.
Great Oaks Tree Services Ltd is registered at Companies House. Our company number is 11384925.
We hold £5 million public and products liability, £10 million employers' liability and £1 million professional indemnity insurance.
We train and assess chainsaw and arboriculture qualifications at our own centre, and our own teams are trained and assessed to the same standard.
The Arboricultural Association scheme offers a recognised benchmark for arboricultural contracting throughout the UK and Ireland. Our certificate number is AC2637.
Our arborists hold the relevant NPTC certificates of competence, from chainsaw handling to aerial rescue.
Our training meets the latest industry standards, with City & Guilds NPTC qualifications and courses covering everything from chainsaw maintenance and cross-cutting to felling small trees, aerial rescue, and chainsaw use from a rope and harness.
All our practical courses are delivered by experienced instructors who’ve worked at the highest levels of the industry, giving you real-world insights and skills that stick.
Founded in 2018 by Jason, a qualified arborist and former college tutor, we’ve grown into a trusted name for domestic, commercial, and public sector work. With Vanessa leading on training, assessment and communications, and Tom delivering specialist instruction, our Preston-based team is committed to delivering reliable, high-standard services tailored to your needs.
Reviews of our tree work, taken from our Google listing.
“Reasonably priced quote, able to come do the work quickly. Arrived promptly when said they would, did the work without fuss and left the garden immaculate, couldn't have asked for more.”
“Very professional service with great attention to safety. Properly equipped. Felled my tree quickly and without fuss. Ground the stump to below soil level and turfed the area. Cleared the debris and left the site clean.”
“Professional and courteous staff. Quick response times and quick on the job.”
Whether you’re curious about our training academy or require a quote for our tree cutting, removal or site clearance, we’ve got you covered.
Great Oaks Tree Services provides a comprehensive range of tree and grounds services, including:
We offer a variety of training and refresher courses designed for tree care professionals, individuals looking to enhance their existing skills, and beginners eager to start their careers in tree care. All our courses are taught by teacher-qualified trainers with extensive industry experience. Please visit our training page to explore our upcoming offerings and schedules. If you require specialised training, do get in touch with us. We can develop customised refresher courses tailored to meet the specific needs of you or your company.
We serve a broad geographic area, covering the entire North West. Our base and home is Preston, Lancashire. If you are unsure whether your location is within our service area, please contact us, and we’ll be happy to check for you. We strive to bring our quality tree services to as many communities as possible.
Yes, Great Oaks Tree Services is fully insured. Our insurance includes public and employers’ liability and professional indemnity to protect our clients, employees, and your property. You can rest assured that all work conducted by our team is covered and completed with the highest safety standards.
Careers
Climbing, grounds maintenance and utility work.Climbing, grounds and utility work.
Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor.
Last minuteAvailability
Starts Monday 19 October 2026
3 days plus 1 for assessment
£9671 place
Entry requirements: Ground Based Chainsaw Operator and Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue
Book this date, Using a Chainsaw from a Rope and HarnessOr call the training office on 01772 369694
