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We provide expert arboriculture and tree care services to keep you and your properties safe and compliant.
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Request a quote from our certified arborists and ensure your site remains safe, compliant, and well cared for.
Certified arboriculture expertise
Our fully accredited arborists ensure all work meets governance and compliance standards, providing peace of mind and industry-leading expertise.
Industry-leading in-house training academy
With our City & Guilds certified in-house training academy, we ensure our team is equipped with ‘best-in-class’ skills to deliver exceptional service every time.
Always ready, always available
Gristwood & Toms has the capacity to meet any client need, including 24/7 emergency call-out capability for contracted clients, ensuring rapid response whenever required.
Solutions
At Gristwood & Toms, we understand the challenges that come with managing trees on commercial properties and in public spaces – whether it is ensuring safety, meeting regulatory requirements, or preventing property damage.
We know that your time, resources, and expertise can be stretched, making tree care seem overwhelming. Feeling overwhelmed by tree management responsibilities, clients often grapple with balancing aesthetic appeal with long-term environmental responsibility.
That is where we step in, offering expert, dependable, and compliant arboriculture services designed to address both immediate and long-term tree care needs. Our tree care services not only solve these problems but also align with your operational goals, ensuring safe, sustainable, and beautiful green spaces.
Expert arboriculture services for safe, sustainable, and beautiful green spaces
Our skilled tree specialists perform precision tree surgery, including pruning and crown reductions, to enhance tree health and safety, ensuring your site remains safe and attractive.
Our arboricultural consultants conduct thorough tree surveys to assess risks, health, and compliance. We provide expert recommendations to help you manage your tree assets effectively.
Our tree planting services include selecting appropriate species and ensuring correct planting techniques, creating beautiful, sustainable green spaces that thrive for years.
We offer comprehensive pest and disease management services, addressing infestations early to protect your trees from harm and ensure their long-term vitality.
Our root management solutions protect property and infrastructure from damage, reducing the risk of costly repairs while promoting healthy tree growth.
At Gristwood & Toms, we are the trusted experts in arboriculture, providing comprehensive tree care solutions that ensure your green spaces are safe, healthy, and well-maintained. Our team of fully accredited arborists is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, delivering services that comply with the highest industry standards. We are committed to sustainability, with a focus on both the environment and the communities we serve.
With a proven track record of excellence and a range of industry-leading certifications, we provide reliable and expert tree care that our clients can trust.
ARB Approved Contractor status
As an Arboricultural Association ARB Approved Contractor we demonstrate industry-leading standards in arboriculture
ISO Accreditations for industry-leading practices
With ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 accreditations we conform to excellence in quality, environmental management, and health & safety
Health & Safety compliance
With both CHAS (Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme) and SafeContractor accreditations, we conform to the highest levels of health and safety compliance
Leading tree management technology
We are recognised as the UK’s largest user of the Ezytree portal by Tree UK, showcasing expertise in tree management technology
Proven success delivering large-scale projects
We have a proven track record of successfully managing large-scale contracts and maintaining long-term relationships with both local authorities and commercial clients across various sectors
“I would like to commend Gristwood and Toms for their outstanding service in maintaining Enfield’s tree stock to the highest standards. Their professionalism, expertise, and reliability have been evident in all aspects of their work, from cyclical pruning and emergency callouts to tree planting and felling.”
Andy Robinson, Principal Arboricultural Officer, Enfield Borough Council
“Working with Gristwood and Toms has been a straightforward and efficient process. Their expert approach to arboricultural services ensures the safety of our highways. Clear communication and timely execution of projects, make them an asset to our operations. ”
Paul, Contract Manager, Ringway Infrastructure Services Ltd.
Delivering expert arboriculture and tree care services you can rely on.
Our commitment to delivering high-quality, compliant, and sustainable tree care services is evidenced in our extensive range of industry-leading accreditations.
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Contact our expert team of arborists
Get in touch with our friendly team to discuss your tree care needs, and we will guide you through the next steps.
Receive a free on-site evaluation & quotation
Our certified arborists will visit your site to assess the trees and provide a detailed, no-obligation quote based on your requirements.
Work completed promptly & safely
Once you are happy with the plan, we will carry out the work quickly and efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to your daily operations.
Committed
Gristwood & Toms has been a trusted name in arboriculture since 1974, known for its heritage of excellence and commitment to the highest industry standards. As part of the Nurture Group, having joined in May 2024, we serve a diverse range of clients, from corporate headquarters and business parks to public spaces and local authorities and councils.
Our team of certified arborists bring expertise and dedication to every project, ensuring that trees in both urban and rural environments are cared for with safety and sustainability at the forefront.
Latest insights
Nurture Group celebrates triple success at Pro Landscaper Business Awards 2025
Gristwood & Toms supports Fund4Trees’ mission to strengthen urban tree health with £5,000 grant
Gristwood & Toms, one the UK’s leading arboriculture specialist, a part of the Nurture Group, is proud to support Fund4Trees’ Urban Tree Life Cycle bike ride, taking place in Birmingham on 10-11 September 2025. This unique event promotes urban tree health, education, and research, highlighting the vital role of aftercare in ensuring trees thrive in our towns and cities.
Gristwood & Toms, a Nurture Group company, highlights the life-saving power of training and safety with heroic supervisor
David Harrington, a supervisor with Gristwood & Toms, recently demonstrated exceptional courage, care and skill, turning a potentially tragic incident into a powerful reminder of why training and safety are at the heart of everything we do.
Nurture secures prestigious ESG & Social Impact Award at CBRE event
Nurture Group has won the prestigious ESG & Social Impact Award at the CBRE Above and Beyond Awards 2024, recognising their outstanding contributions to CBRE’s sustainability goals. Nurture’s biodiversity initiatives, community engagement, and environmental stewardship, played a key role in this achievement. The award recognised Nurture’s alignment with CBRE’s values and ESG commitment to drive positive social and environmental impact across the CBRE portfolio.
Nurture Landscapes and Gavin Jones celebrate triple success with BALI Award Winner announcements
We are thrilled to announce that Nurture Landscapes and Gavin Jones have secured victories in three prestigious categories at the British Association of Landscape Industries (BALI) Awards. These awards recognise excellence in landscape design, installation, and maintenance across the UK, and our recent achievements showcase the passion and expertise of our colleagues.
Nurture Group boosts Arboriculture service offering with Gristwood & Toms acquisition
The Nurture Group, the UK’s fastest growing national horticultural and green workplace service provider, has completed its most substantial deal of 2024 with the acquisition of Hertfordshire-based Gristwood and Toms.
Careers
At Gristwood & Toms, we are always looking for passionate, skilled individuals to join our growing team.
Whether you are an experienced arborist or looking to start your career in arboriculture, explore our current vacancies and branch out with a rewarding career in a company committed to excellence, sustainability, and growth.
