Expert Tree & Ecology Services in Leicestershire
From bat and tree surveys for planning to professional tree surgery — over 22 years of expertise, fully insured, licensed and qualified.
22+
Years Experience
£5M
Liability Cover
NPTC
Qualified & Licensed
24hr
Enquiry Response
What We Do
Surveys & Tree Services for Planning
Whether you need a survey to unlock a planning application or expert tree work on the ground, we deliver clear, documented results.
Bat Surveys
Licensed bat surveys for planning — preliminary roost assessments and emergence surveys, with clear reports for your application.
BS5837 Tree Surveys
Arboricultural tree surveys to BS5837:2012 — tree constraints, protection plans and impact assessments for development.
Ecological Surveys
Preliminary ecological appraisals and protected-species surveys (bats, great crested newts and more) for planning and BNG.
Tree Surgery
Felling, crown reduction, pollarding, deadwooding and stump grinding — carried out safely by qualified arborists.
We also provide tree risk assessments, arboricultural consultancy, Tree Preservation Order advice and utility arboriculture — ask us.
About Us
Leicestershire’s Trusted Tree & Ecology Experts
Almond Arb & Ecology was founded by Chris Almond, bringing over 22 years of experience in the forestry, arboriculture and countryside sectors to every project across Leicestershire.
We combine traditional craft with modern survey methods and a documentation-first approach — so you get work done properly and the paperwork planning needs.
- ✔ National Diploma in Forestry & Arboriculture
- ✔ NPTC CS30, 31, 32, 38, 39, 40
- ✔ Class 2 bat licence
- ✔ £5 Million Public Liability
Trees, Habitats & Craft
From canopy to meadow — the trees and habitats we work with across Leicestershire.
Common Questions
Do I need a bat survey for planning?
You are likely to need a bat survey if your application affects a building or tree with bat roost potential — such as a barn conversion, roof works or demolition. Bats and their roosts are legally protected, so planning authorities routinely require a survey first. More on bat surveys →
What is a BS5837 tree survey?
A tree survey carried out to British Standard BS5837:2012. It records the trees on and around your site, categorises them, and produces the tree constraints and protection information planning needs. More on tree surveys →
How much does a tree survey cost?
A BS5837 tree survey typically starts from around £300 for a small domestic site, rising with the number of trees and site complexity. We give you a fixed quote once we know your site.
What areas do you cover?
Leicestershire — including Leicester, Loughborough, Hinckley, Melton Mowbray, Market Harborough and Coalville — plus national coverage for utility and infrastructure work.
Are you insured and qualified?
Yes — £5 million public liability, a National Diploma in Forestry & Arboriculture, NPTC chainsaw and utility qualifications, and a Class 2 bat survey licence.
How quickly can you respond?
We aim to reply to every enquiry within one working day and can usually arrange a visit to suit your planning timescale.
Ready to Discuss Your Project?
Whether it’s a survey to unlock planning or tree work on the ground, get a free, no-obligation quote.