How much does a Forestry Contractor cost in Ruthin?
Typical costs for hiring a forestry contractor in Ruthin, Wales. Forestry Contractors pricing is largely consistent across the UK, so the figures below are indicative national ranges. Your actual quote depends on job size, access and materials, so always get 2–3 quotes.
Quotes below reflect 4 listed local businesses
Forestry Contractor price guide, Ruthin
| Job type | Price range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Tree Felling | £1200 – £2500/day | crew and machine |
| Forestry Mulching | £900 – £1600/day | light to medium scrub |
| Scrub Clearance | £1200 – £4000/acre | scrub and bramble; £4,000+ |
| Site Clearance | £3000 – £12000/acre | development sites; £12,000+ |
| Woodland Thinning | £800 – £2500/hectare | timber value may offset |
| Stump Grinding | £60 – £400 | per stump, size-dependent; £400+ |
Price ranges sourced from Ferguson Forestry, Forestry & Land Clearance Costs 2026 (a South East England contractor's guide; no update date shown). Cost data across all trades was last updated 22 September 2026. Actual quotes vary by job complexity, access and contractor.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does commercial tree felling cost?
Commercial felling is usually priced by the day, at around £1,200 to £2,500 per day for a crew and machine. These are indicative 2026 ranges published by a South East England forestry contractor, for budgeting only.
How much does it cost to clear an acre of land?
Scrub and bramble clearance runs about £1,200 to £4,000+ an acre, and development site clearance £3,000 to £12,000+ an acre. Light scrub mulched in a single pass sits at the lower end; dense woodland with large trees and stumps sits at the top.
Can selling the timber reduce the bill?
Yes. Where there is saleable timber, a contractor may buy it standing or offset its value against the quote. Woodland thinning, at about £800 to £2,500 per hectare, is one job where timber value may offset the cost.
What should I check before hiring a forestry contractor?
Check the quote covers haulage, tip fees and the felling licence — in Wales, felling licences are issued by Natural Resources Wales. Also check the crew hold NPTC certificates and work to Forest Industry Safety Accord (FISA) standards.