Forestry Contracting
Forestry Contracting
Practical, Professional Forestry Work – No-Nonsense, No Corners Cut
At ADS Timber, we carry out all aspects of forestry contracting across Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. With over 30 years of experience in the trade, we offer a straight-talking, hands-on service that gets the job done safely and efficiently — especially where others struggle.
From forwarding and harvesting to winching, digging, and dangerous tree removal, we bring the skills, machinery and know-how needed for a wide range of forestry jobs. Our work supports both commercial operations and private landowners, and we’re proud to take on the difficult jobs many others won’t touch.
Our Services Include:
Timber forwarding & harvesting
We handle timber extraction and processing with precision and care, using suitable equipment to minimise damage to the site and surrounding trees.Manual tree felling & chainsaw work
Fully trained and experienced in manual felling, we take down trees safely and efficiently, even in awkward or confined locations.Winching & dangerous tree removal
Got a tree that’s dead, diseased or hanging dangerously over a road or building? We’re licensed and fully equipped to remove problem trees, and we specialise in high-risk jobs.Licensed diseased tree removal
We are licensed to safely remove and dispose of trees affected by disease, helping to prevent spread and maintain woodland health.Brash raking & chipping
Once the timber’s been extracted, we can rake up and chip leftover brash to leave the site clean, tidy and ready for whatever comes next.Digging new tracks & clearing old ones
Need better access through your woodland? We dig new forestry tracks and restore old ones, making it easier for machinery, workers, or landowners to move through.Site preparation for replanting
After felling, we can prepare your site for the next phase — including clearing brash, removing stumps, and getting the land ready for replanting or restoration.
Why choose ADS Timber?
We’re a small, experienced team that works hard and speaks plainly. If we say we’ll do something, we do it — and we do it well. Our reputation is built on trust, good workmanship, and a knack for solving problems where others give up.
We’ve built tracks where access seemed impossible. We’ve removed trees that other contractors walked away from. We’re not in the business of excuses — just solid, reliable forestry work, delivered with proper care and attention to detail.
So whether you’ve got a straightforward thinning job or a complex, high-risk tree that needs careful removal, get in touch with ADS Timber. If it can be done, we’ll find a way to do it — and we’ve not been beaten yet (touch wood 🪵).
Need Professional Forestry Services? Let’s Talk.
