Richard’s passion for tree work began within the Cricket Bat Willow industry, working for Manns Willow Merchants before progressing to J S Wright & Sons Ltd — the world’s largest producers of English Willow Cricket Bat Blades — where he developed highly specialist willow felling skills under the guidance of Pier Carter.

Following Richard’s passing, the business proudly continues in his memory through the dedication of his family and long-standing loyal team members who worked alongside him for many years. Together, they remain committed to carrying forward the values, knowledge and reputation Richard built over decades of hard work and passion for arboriculture.

Today, Richard Fordham Tree Surgeons Ltd provides professional tree surgery, woodland management and specialist arboricultural services to domestic, commercial and local authority clients across East Anglia. From precision pruning and tree felling to large scale site clearance and conservation work, every project is approached with safety, professionalism and environmental responsibility at its core.

We are passionate about trees and their welfare, understanding the important role they play within our environment. With decades of combined experience, our fully qualified and insured team continue to deliver the highest standards of workmanship, with much of our work coming through repeat business and word-of-mouth recommendations built over generations.