Forestry
FENCING & GATES
Our fencing contractors supply and erect fences and gates for a variety of purposes, such as agricultural, construction and domestic.
Our Stock and Deer fencing, including the appropriate gateway specifications, meet the requirements for grant schemes, including Countryside Stewardship and EWCO.
Where possible, we source UK grown timber for our projects, utilising the best treatments available on the market.
Our in-house team have over 30 years experience and use up to date techniques and machinery required for the various types of fencing.
Please note that we have certain parameters for each type of fencing; please contact us for further information.
Woodland and Estate Fencing
Estate and Parkland Fencing
We can supply and erect a wide variety of metal fence and gate styles for gardens, estates and parklands. Our work utilises flexible construction and design to suit deer parks, garden areas and level or uneven terrains. Our team will be happy to advise on the most suitable style for your requirements.
Deer Fencing
Generally required as enclosures in woodlands and for new plantations, deer fencing can also be used to enclose deer in parkland situations. Our standard deer fence is 1.8m high, sufficient to prevent access to muntjac, roe and fallow deer using high tensile mesh fencing. Design and installation is tailored to site requirements. We also design and install suitable wooden or metal gates for vehicle and pedestrian access.
Our deer fencing can also be used around solar farms and for the protection of orchards and large gardens.
Forestry and Woodland Fencing
Forestry and Woodland Management is at the heart of our business and this can pose particular challenges of fence installations in rough and steep terrain. Our team will help you select the correct fencing specification, with installation supported by our capable tracked post-driver.
Tree Guards
Anyone who has been around trees long enough has probably seen the damage that can be caused by browsing and the risks that this poses to valuable trees. Large tree guards are often required in parkland and woodland locations to protect against deer, cattle and horses. We can advise and install the most appropriate style for the situation.
Agricultural Fencing
Horse and Equestrian Fencing
Our horse fences are carefully constructed using high-quality materials and ensure safe, strong, low-maintenance surrounds for equestrian areas and enclosures. We offer a range of heights to suit horses of all sizes and ages – our team can help you select the most appropriate design to suit your needs. Creosote treatment is often the main choice of wood preservative for horse fencing as this helps to deter gnawing of the timber. Nicholsons can also design and construct basic horse jumps set into fences for clients.
Stock, Sheep and Cattle Fencing
Fencing for cattle enclosures needs to be particularly strong and durable, as cattle have a tendency to rub against fencing. We offer a range of high quality, strong, low maintenance fences, specifically designed for keeping cattle enclosed.
Rabbit Fencing
Rabbits can be a persistent problem to gardeners and landowners in many areas. We offer a range of rabbit fence styles to help secure your property and can advise and construct to meet your requirements. This often needs to be incorporated with other fencing types – such as Stock or Deer – or even retrofitted to existing fencelines. For added protection, we advise digging in the rabbit net and can offer this as part of our service.
Domestic Fencing
Traditional Post and Rail Fencing
Our attractive post and rail fencing can be specified as square sawn, half round peeled / machine rounded posts and rails.
Cleft Hardwood Fencing
For a more traditional look, we supply and install cleft chestnut or oak fencing, which can be made even more stock proof with the addition of netting and/or rabbit wire.
Close-board / Panel Fencing / Chain Link
More fitting in the urban environment, our team are very experienced in designing and installing close-board, panel or chain link fencing. We can offer a range of styles, heights, gates, finishes and materials to suit scope and budget.
Fencing for Pets
We are frequently asked to make a garden ‘escapeproof’ for family pets – dogs in particular. We can tailor your fence to create a safe space for all pets, in both rural and urban settings.
Gates
We supply and install all types of gates to match our fence installations and can offer a design service for a wide range of gate styles.
Bespoke Fencing / Screening Solutions
Nicholsons offer the design and construction of bespoke fencing solutions for our clients.
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