Tree Surgeon in Hassocks & Keymer
Just down the road from our Burgess Hill base, we look after trees and gardens throughout Hassocks and Keymer. From period properties to modern family homes, we’ve got you covered.
Tree Surgeons in Hassocks & Keymer
Hassocks sits at the foot of the South Downs with a mix of housing that ranges from the large Victorian properties behind high hedges in old Keymer to the post-war family homes closer to the station. The village grew around the railway in the 1840s, and many of the older gardens are now well established with mature trees that need regular attention.
Keymer, the older part of the parish, has a particularly leafy character. The conservation area around St Cosmas and St Damian Church contains large houses set behind mature hedgerows and flint walls, with specimen trees that are often protected. We’ve worked on TPO-protected oaks and beeches throughout this area and are familiar with the planning requirements.
Being so close to the South Downs, Hassocks gardens often have native species like oak, beech, and yew alongside planted garden trees. The chalk downland influence means certain species thrive here that you don’t see as often further north. We understand the local growing conditions and can advise on the best approach for your trees.
How We Help Hassocks & Keymer Homeowners
The most common work we do in Hassocks is crown reductions on mature trees that have outgrown smaller gardens, hedge trimming on the boundary hedges that are such a feature of Keymer, and removing self-seeded ash and sycamore from older plots. For properties near the Downs, we also deal with wind-damaged trees after winter storms.
Crown Reduction
Tree getting too big? We’ll reduce its height and spread without ruining its shape. You get more light, less worry about branches, and a tree that still looks natural.
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Hedge Planting & Trimming
Whether you need a new hedge planted or an existing one brought back into shape, we’ll keep it looking sharp all year round.
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Tree Felling & Removal
Got a tree that needs to come down? We remove trees of any size, even in tight spots next to buildings, fences, or power lines. Everything cleared away and your garden left clean.
Learn MoreTree Preservation Orders in Hassocks & Keymer
If a tree on your property has a Tree Preservation Order (TPO), you must apply for permission before carrying out any work. Applications are free and can be submitted online via the Mid Sussex e-form or through the national Planning Portal. The council has up to 8 weeks to make a decision. For dead or dangerous TPO trees, a Five Day Notice must be submitted before work can start. You can check whether a tree is protected using the council’s interactive TPO map, where green markers indicate confirmed TPOs and blue hatching shows conservation areas.
If your property is within a conservation area, you must give 6 weeks’ written notice to the council before cutting down, topping, or lopping any tree with a trunk diameter over 75 mm (measured at 1.5 m above ground). This notice is submitted using the same form as TPO applications. The council uses the 6-week period to decide whether to place a TPO on the tree. If you do not hear back within 6 weeks, the work may proceed. Mid Sussex has 36 designated conservation areas, including areas in Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath, Cuckfield, Lindfield, Hurstpierpoint, and Keymer.
Tree enquiries: 01444 458166 or treeenquiries@midsussex.gov.uk
What Hassocks & Keymer Customers Say
Reviews from Checkatrade.com — 9.9/10 average from 209 reviews
Clearance of existing leylandii hedge
Clean and efficient removal of existing hedge. Polite,friendly and capable. What more can you ask.
Removal of tree, shrubs and stump removal
Antony was brilliant throughout - came out and quoted very quickly and once agreed price was on site quickly again. He and his team did a great job; turned up on time and tidied up afterwards. Would deffo recommend.
Pruning the height and canopy width of a medium size tree.
Responded to the quote request promptly.Came and did exactly what we asked. Left the garden tidier than when they arrived. Friendly and helpful with advice for the future.
Trimming trees both front and back of house
Anthony was very professional. We have two large Portuguese Laurels and some very tall trees at the end of the back garden and a couple of large trees in the front, they were all shaped and trimmed beautifully leaving a lot of foliage which was completely cleared away. We are very happy and will definitely recommend and use Anthony again.
Hedge and Tree trimming
Anthony called me in advance to arrange the appointment and arrived at my home precisely when he advised. He was professional throughout, and showed genuine care for his work. He was incredibly respectful and left the area in the front of the house clean and tidy once he had finished. I’ll definitely call on him again when I need any garden or tree work carrying out.
Cutting back 2 large trees
Antony handled all the paperwork with the council (the trees have a preservation order). He arrived on time, completed the job quickly and efficiently and left everything neat and tidy. Couldn't ask for more. Would definitely recommend.
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Common Questions in Hassocks & Keymer
Is Keymer in a conservation area?
Yes. The historic core of Keymer around St Cosmas and St Damian Church is a designated conservation area with 25 listed buildings. If your property is within this area, you’ll need to give six weeks’ notice to Mid Sussex DC before carrying out tree work. We can check this for you and handle the paperwork.
How far is Hassocks from your base?
Hassocks is about 2 miles from our Burgess Hill base — a 5-minute drive. We work in Hassocks regularly and can usually schedule visits at short notice.
Can you work on trees near the South Downs Way?
Yes. We regularly work on properties near the South Downs. However, if the work is within the South Downs National Park boundary, there may be additional planning considerations. We’ll advise you on what’s needed.
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