23/04/2026
Two of the CLECO team have been out starting the 5-year maintenance phase on one of our woodland creation sites in Cheshire.
A big advantage of planting a woodland we go on to maintain is making sure the layout works long-term. The time spent marking out really pays off now — consistent row spacing means efficient, clean passes.
Running two .spa side by side, it keeps things simple:
• Straight runs
• Minimal overlap
• Reduced fuel use and emissions
Small details, but they add up — and it’s something we actively think about.
Speaking of thinking beyond the basics…
Before any mowing starts, we check for ground-nesting birds and mammals. If anything’s present, we avoid the area — simple as that.
It’s not something we’re paid to do, but a bit of care and awareness makes all the difference.
Always happy to go a step further — especially when it benefits the wildlife these sites support.
All part of taking a considered approach to woodland creation and aftercare — not just getting the job done, but getting it done right.
