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Tree Diseases

Ash Dieback

We are unable to conduct site visits to inspect trees for the presence of this disease. If you wish confirmation of the disease, then you should consult a competent tree advisor.
Applications for works to protected trees resulting from this disease will be treated on their merits. Infection with the disease is not necessarily a reason for felling an Ash tree.
You can find out more about Chalara Ash Dieback on the Forestry commission website.

Other tree diseases

The Forestry Commission provide information on their website for the following diseases:

The Forestry Commission helpline provides advice on tree diseases, 0845 335577.

 

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