Arbworks Tree Services

Arbworks Tree Services: tree surgery in Bolton and the North West of England

Arbworks Tree Services is an arboriculture company based in Bolton (UK) operating in Accrington, Blackburn, Bolton, Burnley, Chorley, Manchester, Rochdale and Wigan. Founded in Bolton in 2019 by Matthew Smith and Wesley Hutchinson, the firm combines Matthew's arboricultural expertise — he holds a degree in arboriculture and has 22 years of experience in the sector — with Wesley's commercial experience. The company was incorporated as ARBworks North West Ltd and is part of Satellite and Terrestrial Works Group.

The company presents itself as a tree surgery business serving both the domestic and commercial sectors, with services ranging from total site clearance to trimming small hedges. Its team carries out pruning, felling, planting, hedge maintenance and site clearance, and has worked with Bolton Council and Glendale on community service contracts.

Tree surgery services

Arbworks' service list includes:

• Tree pruning and reshaping
• Tree felling
• Tree removal
• Tree planting
• Hedge trimming
• Site clearance
• Commercial tree services
• Canopy thinning
• Removal of deadwood
• Stump grinding
• Hedge planting
• Hedge reduction and maintenance
• Remedial tree surgery
• Arboricultural reports and site surveys

The company states that if the client needs more light, more sun or more space, they can contact them to assess the work.

Clients and contracts

Arbworks works with private homeowners, businesses and organisations. The company states that it accepts contracts from local councils, developers and local businesses. Its collaborations include work with Bolton Council and Glendale on community service contracts.

In the 2023/24 season, Arbworks became the official back-of-shirt partner of Bolton Wanderers, a milestone for a company founded in the town. The firm also won the Environmental/Sustainability Award at the Bolton News Business Awards in 2026.

Team and experience

Matthew Smith, co-founder, holds a degree in arboriculture and has 22 years of experience in the sector. Early in his career he worked in several European countries before returning to the UK and establishing Apex Tree Surgery. He later joined forces with Wesley Hutchinson to create ARBworks North West Ltd. Wesley brought the commercial knowledge needed to develop the business and build long-term relationships with clients and partners.

The company presents itself as a firm with hands-on experience in tree surgery, woodland management and hedge work, and states it has built a reputation based on quality, reliability and honest advice. Arbworks states it is fully insured and professionally trained, and notes that it leaves jobs clean and tidy.

Awards and reviews

Arbworks has a 5-star rating and 25 reviews verified by Trustindex, with a score above 4.5 over the last 12 months. Customer comments highlight professionalism, punctuality, cleanliness and value for money. One customer mentions that the company charged almost 40% less than other companies for the removal of a tree over 10 metres tall.

The company has also appeared in Yahoo News and has been recognised at the Bolton News Business Awards.

Environmental and community commitment

Arbworks presents itself as a company with environmental and community awareness. The firm states it is a registered waste carrier and offers recycling and donation. It also states it helps its community. In 2026 it received the Environmental/Sustainability Award at the Bolton News Business Awards, a recognition the company links to its belief that responsible practices matter in tree care.

Policies and compliance

The company has health and safety, environmental and data protection policies, and mentions holding ISO and quality accreditation. Arbworks describes itself as a fully insured company.

Location and contact

Unit 9 Victoria Works Oakenbottom Road Bolton BL2 6DP · Phone: 01204 204604 · Email: matthew@arbworks.co.uk · Hours: Monday to Friday: 7:00 – 18:00. Saturday: 9:00 – 15:00.