We're Walker Tree Care, experience and passion led us here.

Walker Tree Care is a highly respected and well-established tree surgery company based in Essex and Hertfordshire, proudly serving clients throughout the home counties. We specialise in all aspects of tree care and arboriculture, offering a comprehensive range of professional services tailored to meet the needs of both residential and commercial clients.

Driven by a genuine passion for tree care, Walker Tree Care has built an outstanding reputation for excellence, reliability and expert knowledge. Our team of skilled and experienced tree surgeons are dedicated to maintaining the health, safety and natural beauty of your trees and green spaces. This commitment to quality has earned us the trust of homeowners, property managers and businesses across towns and villages throughout the region.

At Walker Tree Care, tree work is more than just a job – it’s a way of life. Our meticulous workmanship, attention to detail and fair, competitive pricing reflect the pride we take in our craft. We are committed to delivering the highest standards of arboricultural care, ensuring that every project is approached with professionalism, safety and environmental responsibility at its core.

We are fully insured for your peace of mind and offer complimentary consultations and quotations, along with expert advice and guidance to help you make informed decisions about your tree care needs. Whether it is tree felling, crown reductions, hedge trimming/removal, planting/shrub pruning, stump and deadwood removal, site clearance, storm damage or carrying out professional tree inspections, we tailor our services to suit your specific requirements. We are also on hand for emergency call outs.

Moreover we continually invest in the latest tools, techniques and tree surgery technology to stay at the forefront of our industry. This forward-thinking approach allows us to consistently provide efficient, safe and top-quality results, no matter the scale or complexity of the task.

At Walker Tree Care, your trees are in expert hands. We work with integrity, care and a deep respect for nature, always putting the needs and best interests of our customers and their landscapes first.

Our Accreditations

Lantra

Lantra is a nationally recognized awarding body that sets training standards for industries such as forestry, landscaping, and tree surgery. Their courses ensure that tree surgeons are properly trained, qualified, and working safely.

NPTC

NPTC stands for National Proficiency Tests Council, now part of City & Guilds. It is one of the most widely recognized qualifications in the UK for professionals working in tree surgery, forestry, and land-based industries.

NPTC certification proves that a tree surgeon has been properly trained and independently assessed in key areas like:

  • Chainsaw use

  • Tree climbing and aerial rescue

  • Safe working at height

  • Ground-based and aerial tree work

IPAF

IPAF stands for the International Powered Access Federation. It’s the leading global body for training in the safe use of powered access equipment, such as:

  • Cherry pickers (MEWPs – Mobile Elevating Work Platforms)

  • Boom lifts

  • Scissor lifts

IPAF certification proves that a tree surgeon has been trained to safely operate elevated platforms, especially when working at height in difficult or sensitive areas.

CSCS

CSCS stands for the Construction Skills Certification Scheme. It’s a UK-wide scheme that verifies workers have the required training and qualifications to work safely on construction sites.

For tree surgeons, holding a CSCS card shows that you understand essential health and safety practices and are approved to work in environments where safety standards are tightly regulated — such as:

  • Building sites

  • Commercial developments

  • Infrastructure or highway projects

EUSR

EUSR stands for the Energy & Utility Skills Register — a recognised scheme that certifies workers who operate in utility-related environments.

Tree work often takes place near overhead lines, underground cables, or critical infrastructure. EUSR certification ensures that our team:

  • Understands the risks and safety procedures involved

  • Is trained in utility-specific safety protocols.

  • Can work safely and legally in regulated environments

S.P.A

S.P.A. stands for Safety Pass Alliance, a UK-based scheme that provides industry-recognised health and safety training for workers in high-risk environments. Holding an S.P.A. Safety Passport demonstrates that our tree surgeons have been trained in core safety practices, including:

  • Hazard awareness

  • Risk assessment

  • Safe working procedures

  • Environmental responsibilities

Streetworks

Streetworks accreditation refers to certification under the New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA). It proves that a tree surgery company is qualified and legally authorised to work on or adjacent to public highways, pavements, and footpaths.

This includes essential tasks such as:

  • Tree removal or maintenance near roads

  • Traffic management during tree work

  • Safe excavation and reinstatement if needed

  • Working around underground services and utilities