Dryad Tree Specialists was selected onto the framework for arboricultural and landscape services across the Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk.
The framework covers a wide range of planned and reactive tree works. It includes tree surgery, pruning, felling, highway tree works, planting, watering, stump removal, and low-level tree maintenance.
The Client
The Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk manages trees across a broad mix of public spaces. These include highways, parks, open spaces, residential areas, and council-managed sites.
The Council needed reliable providers who could work safely, communicate clearly, and deliver arboricultural services to a high standard.
The Challenge
Public sector tree works need care and control.
Many sites are busy. Some are near roads, homes, footpaths, schools, parks, and public open spaces. Work has to be planned well so the public stays safe and access is managed.
The framework also required strong systems for:
- Tree surgery and climbing operations
- Programmed and reactive tree pruning
- Tree felling and highway tree works
- Landscape and low-level tree maintenance
- Risk assessments and safe systems of work
- Waste handling and green waste disposal
- Public safety, signage, barriers, and traffic control
- Clear reporting and performance monitoring
The Scope of Works
Dryad Tree Specialists submitted for Lot 1 and Lot 2 of the framework.
| Lot | Service Area | Typical Works |
|---|---|---|
| Lot 1 | Arboricultural Services | Tree surgery, climbing works, pruning, felling, highway tree works, and reactive tree safety works. |
| Lot 2 | Landscape Services | Shrub and hedge pruning, planting, watering, stump removal, and low branch removal from ground level. |
Our Approach
Dryad’s approach is built around safe planning, trained staff, good communication, and clean delivery.
Before works start, the team reviews the site, access, traffic, pedestrians, tree condition, wildlife risks, and nearby property. This helps each job run in a safe and practical way.
Where works affect public access, Dryad uses clear signs, barriers, and safe working zones. The team also works with the Council where access, timing, or site restrictions need to be agreed.
Technical Delivery
The framework calls for work to be completed in line with recognised arboricultural standards, including BS 3998:2010 for tree work.
Dryad’s public sector experience includes ongoing arboricultural safety works for Elmbridge Borough Council, Guildford Borough Council, and Spelthorne Borough Council. These contracts included work near homes, roads, public paths, and community spaces.
That experience helps Dryad plan works in a way that protects people, property, and trees.
Public Safety and Community Value
Public safety is central to this framework.
Dryad understands that tree works can affect residents, road users, businesses, and visitors. Clear communication helps reduce disruption and keeps people informed.
On previous council contracts, Dryad has used letter drops, direct contact with residents, and local community updates where works may affect access or events.
Where useful, timber and woodchip can also be offered for reuse by schools, allotments, and community groups, subject to site needs and Council approval.
Environmental Care
The framework requires careful handling of biodiversity, waste, and site protection.
Dryad’s teams work to protect wildlife, avoid damage to green spaces, and clear arisings from site unless otherwise agreed. Green waste is managed in line with waste duty of care requirements.
The team also checks for site risks such as Oak Processionary Moth where relevant and reports concerns before works continue.
Project Outcomes
This framework supports safer trees, cleaner public spaces, and better tree risk management across King’s Lynn and West Norfolk.
Dryad Tree Specialists brings the systems, training, and public sector experience needed to support the Council with reliable arboricultural services and landscape works.
- Safe delivery in public spaces
- Tree surgery completed to recognised standards
- Clear communication with the Council and site users
- Efficient planning for programmed and reactive works
- Strong focus on public safety and environmental care
- Practical support for highways, parks, open spaces, and residential areas
Get in Touch
If your council, estate, housing provider, or organisation needs professional tree surgery, arboricultural services, tree surveys, or tree risk management, contact Dryad Tree Specialists today. Our experienced team delivers safe, practical, and reliable tree care with clear communication from start to finish.
