Smeeden Foreman

Smeeden Foreman An environmental consultancy: Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Ecology, Master Planning, LVIA.

We have a team of experienced landscape architects, urban designers, ecologists and horticulturalists who work together to provide inclusive, sustainable and holistic solutions. This involves close collaboration with the client team to ensure that the most suitable and effective output is achieved and we also successfully negotiate with planning authorities and contractors to facilitate the necess

ary processes. The practice was established in 1991; we are centrally based in Harrogate and our team work throughout the whole country for a wide cross section of clients in both the public and private sector.

🦡 Badger Survey Season is Here!Did you know a badger survey can be carried out at any time of year? However, the best ti...
06/03/2026

🦡 Badger Survey Season is Here!

Did you know a badger survey can be carried out at any time of year? However, the best time is between February and April when badgers are most active and vegetation cover is lower — making signs like setts, tracks, and paths much easier to identify.

If your development project could impact badgers, a professional survey, report, and mitigation plan may be required.

Our experienced ecologists can help you navigate ecological constraints and keep your project moving forward while protecting wildlife.

🌿 Expert advice
📋 Detailed survey reports
🛠 Practical mitigation strategies

Planning a project? Get in touch with our team today!

Spring has sprung! Don’t forget to speak to our ecology team about all your survey and protected species checks so they ...
05/03/2026

Spring has sprung! Don’t forget to speak to our ecology team about all your survey and protected species checks so they can be booked-in well in advance.

We were delighted to host Iyla, a third-year student at Leeds Beckett University, following the college’s speed mentorin...
30/01/2026

We were delighted to host Iyla, a third-year student at Leeds Beckett University, following the college’s speed mentoring event.

With a strong interest in biophilic design, Iyla developed a thoughtful hard and soft landscape proposal for a children’s hospital unit in West Yorkshire, balancing experiential and functional needs. She also supported the team on a live project, contributing to a landscape assessment and site appraisal and gaining insight into the early stages of the design process.

We wish Iyla every success in the remainder of her studies and hope to work with her again in the future.

🌿✨ Site visit in Coventry last Friday!We are incredibly proud to see how seamlessly landscape and ecology have come toge...
03/12/2025

🌿✨ Site visit in Coventry last Friday!

We are incredibly proud to see how seamlessly landscape and ecology have come together on this scheme. A thoughtful blend of retained vegetation with newly introduced mixed native scrub, native hedges, tree planting, and wildflower seeding — all working together to deliver meaningful BNG gains.

Even better seeing the two drive-thru sites designed by The Harris Partnership fully integrated into this landscape-led approach. We’re really looking forward to seeing these young trees establish and transform the space in the coming years. 🌳💚

Coventry SustainableDesign NativePlanting THPDesign Placemaking GreenInfrastructure

After a season of dawn and dusk surveys our ecologists would like to join the bats and hibernate for the winter, however...
31/10/2025

After a season of dawn and dusk surveys our ecologists would like to join the bats and hibernate for the winter, however, plenty of other survey work to be undertaken. Our ecology team can still assist on daytime surveys for habitats, badger otter, wintering birds and bat aerial tree inspections.

Check out our ecology calendar for more info on our surveys at the link below!
https://www.smeedenforeman.co.uk/ecology-calendars

Did you know that the striking pink-and-purple Himalayan balsam is one of the UK’s most problematic invasive plants? 🌸Or...
12/09/2025

Did you know that the striking pink-and-purple Himalayan balsam is one of the UK’s most problematic invasive plants? 🌸

Originally introduced as an ornamental species, it now spreads rapidly along rivers and streams, crowding out native biodiversity. It’s listed under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 and the NNSS Species of Special Concern.

If you have it in your garden, you’re not committing an offence – but it’s strongly advised to control or remove it to prevent further spread.

📖 Learn more in this excellent resource from the RHS:
👉 https://www.rhs.org.uk/weeds/himalayan-balsam

At Smeeden Foreman, we’re committed to raising awareness of how non-native species impact our landscapes – and how small actions can make a big difference. 🌍

Our ecologists have enjoyed getting out in the field recently for botanical identification sessions to help upskill juni...
25/07/2025

Our ecologists have enjoyed getting out in the field recently for botanical identification sessions to help upskill juniors and experienced staff alike. Robust habitat appraisals are essential for capturing baseline data which ecologists use to inform Biodiversity Net Gain Assessments. 🍃🌻🌿

We’re proud to be supporting Aldi on their continued expansion across the UK, providing expert ecological and landscape ...
18/07/2025

We’re proud to be supporting Aldi on their continued expansion across the UK, providing expert ecological and landscape consultancy from site appraisal through to planning and delivery. 🌿✨

Our team at Smeeden Foreman has been working closely with Aldi to ensure developments are environmentally responsible — integrating biodiversity, sustainable design, and green infrastructure from the ground up.

From habitat assessments and Biodiversity Net Gain calculations to detailed landscape plans, we’re helping to create greener, more sustainable retail spaces. 🌍🛒

1. Warrington
2. ⁠Croydon
3. ⁠Bacup
4. ⁠Chelmsford
5. ⁠Keighley

07/07/2025

We’re Hiring! Join the Team at Smeeden Foreman 🌿

Are you passionate about creating inspiring, sustainable places? Do you want to be part of a team shaping landscapes that balance people, place, and planet? Smeeden Foreman is growing—and we’d love to hear from talented professionals who share our vision.

We’re currently looking for enthusiastic individuals to join us in the following roles:

🔹 Landscape Architects
🔹 Ecologists
🔹 Arboriculturalist

Why Join Smeeden Foreman?

✅ Work on high-profile, meaningful projects across the UK
✅ Be part of a collaborative, friendly, multidisciplinary team
✅ Based in the heart of Yorkshire

At Smeeden Foreman, we believe in design with purpose—grounded in ecology, guided by creativity, and committed to positive impact.

📩 To apply or find out more, visit www.smeedenforeman.co.uk or email us at [email protected]

Let’s shape better places, together.

Late night bat surveys in full swing! Our team are very busy recording bats using a range of specialist equipment includ...
27/06/2025

Late night bat surveys in full swing! Our team are very busy recording bats using a range of specialist equipment including detectors and infra-red cameras.

At the start of the season our ecologists took interested staff and students on a bat walk to introduce them to survey techniques in preparation for the months ahead. 🦇




Check out some of our surveys you may need to consider over the coming months. Contact our Ecology team for more informa...
20/06/2025

Check out some of our surveys you may need to consider over the coming months. Contact our Ecology team for more information. 🦡🐍🦇
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