Garden machinery repairs and servicing form the basis of our machinery aftersales service at Briants. We have highly trained and long serving technicians on site who specialise in both 2-stroke and 4-stroke engines, as well as robotic mowers and Cordless machinery. Whether you need a mower blade sharpening, a STIHL chainsaw repair or a lawn mower service, we can help. Whatever your needs, please bring your machine in, or call us to discuss your needs and we will be more than happy to help. Our on-site parts department stocks a comprehensive range of spare parts for all the garden equipment and machinery we sell, whilst the service reception provides the highest standards of workmanship combined with professional and friendly advice. We can offer warranty repair on all STIHL equipment and any of the lawn mowers in our range (subject to conditions, proof of purchase necessary).
We fully commit to using only genuine parts in all the services and repairs we undertake. A local collection and delivery service is available for all machines requiring service or repair (cost subject to geographical area). All our customers are welcome to bring in their items for a free diagnostic check prior to any necessary work being undertaken. Work is booked on a ‘first come, first served’ basis, striving to deliver prompt, efficient service, every time.
Our Service Portfolio includes:
Approved STIHL Chainsaw Servicing & Repair
Hedgetrimmer Blade Sharpening
Replacement Chains and guidebars for all Chainsaw makes
Our trellis panels are manufactured by our own staff to ensure premium quality and stock availability. Great for dividing areas of your garden or training climbing plants against walls, as well as partitioning your garden.
We are also able to make bespoke sizes, as well as trellis with smaller holes, diamond (lattice) and can even add a dipped top or arch top to the trellis if required. Please contact us to discuss your requirements. and we will be happy to help.
Hazel hurdle fencing creates an attractive, rustic style screening in and around the garden. The construction is very sturdy and robust, featuring long strands of Hazel woven tightly between the solid upright supports. This style of panel has long been a popular choice with our customers, and is available in 3 different sizes.
How to fix Hazel Hurdle Fencing
Of course, firstly you’ll need some sturdy round stakes or square fence posts (rustic stakes are often preferred due to the nature of the panel). 2 stakes are needed per panel, but don’t forget that for more than 1 hurdle you’ll always need an extra stake to finish off the run. For example for 2 hazel hurdle panels, 3 posts or stakes are required (1 on each end, and 1 in the middle). For 3 panels you’ll need 4 posts and so on.
One method of fixing is to screw them into position. Although when doing this it must be stressed that great care should be taken. Due to the nature of the product, the uprights on each end of the panel may vary in thickness, so the thickest part should be used to screw through where possible. It is also essential that a pilot hole is carefully drilled first to avoid splitting the timber, for this reason, we don’t recommend this method.
The more preferable method is to use thick black cable ties to tightly strap the panels to the stakes. The black colour will be the most discreet and blend in better with the colour of the hurdle. A minimum of 4 cable ties should be used on each side of the panel for security.
This is the world’s first 9” cordless disc cutter. Cutting neatly & swiftly up to 70mm depth, the TSA230 is perfect for cutting roofing tiles, bricks, metal & paving blocks. It is particularly light at only 3.9 kg without the battery. Emission free cordless technology benefits both the operator & the environment while allowing the tool to be operated both indoors & outdoors. The water connection & vacuum accessories ensure effective dust control when cutting. It is supplied with an abrasive wheel for cutting steel.
Our Oak posts are totally untreated. The natural tannins in the oak are a more effective preservative than any man-made treatment. The longevity of an oak post is vastly superior to any treated softwood alternative, as well as giving a pleasant rustic aesthetic. We stock the sizes listed below, but if you require something specific which we don’t stock, please contact us and we may be able to help you.
The appearance of oak can vary depending on the grade of the wood. Our Oak is fencing grade, and therefore can contain sometimes black bore holes and other imperfections which are typical to this type of product. None of these imperfections affect the structural integrity of the product. If you have specific requirements in terms of appearence, we strongly advise coming to site to view the product before purchasing. Green oak also has a natural tendancy to blacken in the sun and elements, so if our stock is a little older and as been in our yard a while it may have discoloured slightly, which again is perfectly normal and typical of this type of wood.
The Fencemate Durapost system has been designed to give a superb alternative to timber or concrete fence posts. Manufactured from galvanized steel, these gravel boards offer a way to ensure longevity as well as being discreet and stylish to look at.
The RMA 765 V is the ultimate cordless lawn mower for professional grounds maintenance and lawn care. Part of the STIHL AP System, operating the machine is quiet and sustainable, meaning you don’t have to worry about refuelling the machine mid-operation. The lithium-ion batteries provide the brushless electric motor with the right amount of energy required to power the powerful 2-blade mower and the synchronised blades. With a cutting width of 63 cm, the RMA 765 V delivers precise, fine cutting – no matter the terrain you are tackling.
The lawn mower is also fitted with an eco mode, which allows the mower to work even more efficiently by automatically adjusting the speed of the motor based on the currently required power. Before mowing, you can choose to collect the grass clippings in the 80-litre grass catcher box or simply eject the cut grass via the rear discharge system back on to the turf you are cutting. You can also retrofit the mower with a mulching kit accessory, where the fine grass particles will be evenly mulched back onto the turf in the form of a nutrient-rich mulch.
Thanks to the electric vario self-propulsion, you can adjust the speed of the mower to suit your needs. The lawn mower is made of both high-quality and durable materials. The hybrid housing consists of a robust aluminium outer shell and an inside wall made of impact-resistant polymer.
The cordless mower can be quickly adjusted thanks to the option to adjust the cutting height from 25 to 100 mm at each wheel and the foldable and height-adjustable mono-comfort handlebar. Features such as the cushioned super soft grip on the handlebar and the swivelling front wheels allows the mower to be manoeuvred with ease. You can also easily transport, store or clean the mower thanks to its foldable handlebar.
Using the lawn mower on speed setting 3 (3.5 km/h), you will have a battery range (in m²) of up to:
The SILKY Bigboy saw is one of the largest folding saws available in the SILKY saw range and, apart from the Katanaboy, it gives a longer reach than all the folding pruning saws we keep in stock. The cutting performance is absolutely staggering and the 360mm hard chrome-plated blade features a low angle 2000mm radius curve. This pruning saw will easily tear through tree branches with the minimum of effort. When pruning trees with the Silky Bigboy 2000, as with all Silky saws, always let the saw do the work when cutting through a branch. Only light pressure is required when cutting as the razor-sharp teeth will do the rest. One crucial thing to remember is to never twist the blade when in use as this will cause the blade to break. This is the case with any pruning saw, but especially Silky because, as you’ll discover, the razor sharp blade requires only a very small amount of pressure to get the job done quickly and efficiently.
The non-slip, 2-handed handle of the saw is rubber cushioned and the saw is very well balanced for an ergonomic and comfortable cutting experience. The Silky Bigboy 2000 is suitable for cutting through large branches, as well as small tree trunks. The blade is taper-ground with impulse-hardened non-set teeth. Replacement blades for this and every other Silky saw we stock are usually in stock and available to buy.
The Silky Bigboy 2000 continues to be one of our best selling pruning saws, not only from Silky but from the brands we stock. So, if you’re looking for a reliable and high performance pruning saw, then you need look no further!
The innovative TS 410 A is the first disc cutter for a 12″ wheel to have electronic water control. Ideal for dust suppression, it revolutionises water-assisted cutting. Simple keypad operation is possible without switching off or putting down the machine. Long life air filter system with cyclone pre-separation eliminates daily filter cleaning. Compact design with an optimised balance suitable for 300mm/12″ cutting wheel. Hand held or use with the FW 20 cart.
Reduced-emission engine technology – 2-stroke engine with stratified charge. A fuel-free layer of air is created between the burned charge in the combustion chamber and the fresh charge in the crankcase, reducing the amount of fuel lost during the charge cycle. This results in more power with a lower weight, up to 20% lower fuel consumption than regular 2-stroke engines and significantly reduced exhaust emissions.
STIHL Electronic water control (A) – The electronic water control system can be operated via simple buttons while the engine is running. The water then switches on and off during cutting automatially, depending on engine speed. The water volume can be regulated by simply pressing the plus / minus buttons, ensuring optimum dust suppression at the touch of a button.
Pre-separation air filtration system – STIHL long-life air filtration systems with pre-separation achieve perceptibly longer filter life compared with conventional filter systems. Air drawn in is swirled and the larger, heavier particles are ejected. The pre-cleaned air is routed to the air filter via the pre-separator duct.
Anti-vibration system – Intense vibration at the handles of power tools can lead to long-term effects on blood vessels in the hands and arms. STIHL has therefore developed an effective anti-vibration system whereby the oscillations from the machine’s engine are dampened which significantly reduces vibrations at the handles.
Manual fuel pump (Purger) – A small fuel pump delivers fuel to the carburettor at the touch of a button. This reduces the number of starting strokes required following extended breaks in operations.
Semi automatic drive belt tensioning – Light, consistent re-tensioning increases the service life of the belts and shaft bearings.
Compensator – This controller in the carburettor prevents the fuel-air mixture getting richer as the air filter becomes clogged. The correct quantity of fuel is delivered to the carburettor depending on the quantity of air passing through the air filter. This keeps the fuel/air ratio in the combustion mixture constant and hence also the engine power. The filter doesn’t need to be cleaned until an appreciable drop in power occurs.
Decompression valve – The decompression valve allows some of the compression pressure in the cylinder to escape, so less force on the starter rope is needed.
Ergonomic grip position – The modern, ergonomic design allows each user to work with an optimal grip position. The loop handle facilitates excellent cutting comfort in any working position.
The Rock Exotica Omni block swivel pulley replaces the need for using a separate pulley, carabiner and swivel in many tree climbing applications. The double locking side plate on the pulley gives secure access while you’re still connected to the anchor, rather than disconnecting a traditional pulley entirely to remove or attach a line. The Omni block is designed to give users the flexibility to work more safely and efficiently than when using a traditional arborist pulley.
The Hayter Harrier 41 is one of the most popular Hayter models, which has featured for over 30 years. This latest generation Harrier 41 builds on the successes of its predecessors and embraces modern design and technology to deliver a mower which is high in quality and performance. The compact design and ease of manoeuvring make the Harrier 41 ideal for small to medium gardens.
Classic stripes are achieved with a two piece, ribbed rear roller, providing superior traction and manoeuvrability with no turf marking when turning.
Aluminium cutter deck for increased durability, rigidity and corrosion resistance compared to steel deck alternatives.
High performance cut and collection system, designed using aerospace technology to ensure class-leading performance in a multitude of environments and seasons.
Vari-Pitch™ cutting technology automatically adjusts the cutter deck to increase air flow when set to cut longer grass (patent pending)
Briggs & Stratton engines provide guaranteed power and performance.
Ease of starting is assured with Ready-start® automatic choke.
Seven height-of-cut settings between 13-60mm, controlled by a single counter-balanced lever for quick adjustment.
Easy to use grass bag can be lifted through the handle-bars for easy emptying, or removed completely for use as a rear-discharge mower.
Folding handle-bars reduce the storage space required.
The Honda HRX 537 VY self-propelled petrol lawn mower is powered by an ultra reliable OHC 4-stroke Honda GCV190, 187cc, which provides maximum power and excellent performance.
It features the fantastic Honda Versamow 4-in-1 function, enabling you to collect, mulch and rear discharge your clippings, as well as mulch and collect at the same time. The Versamow system means that you don’t need a mulch plug, you just simply select your preferred mowing mode, via the cleverly placed single lever and away you go. The Versamow function means that there is plenty of room left in the spacious 88 litre grass bag. The Versamow system also offers a setting for leaf shredding, where leaves are recirculated until they are small enough to pass through the Versamow opening and into the bag.
With the new Honda Variable Speed Transmission (VST), the HRX537 VY offers brilliant driving comfort that works hand in hand with a smooth acceleration and great speed control ranging between 0 to 6 km/h.
The Honda exclusive Xenoy® deck will never rust, dent, or corrode. It is incredibly robust and very durable, providing a lengthy service life, and comes with a 5 year warranty.
The HRX 537 VY lawnmower features the blade-brake Roto-Stop system, meaning that when you take your hands off the handle, the engine will continue to run but the blades will stop. It provides complete peace of mind whilst you mow, and is one of the safest blade functions.
The Honda micro-cut twin blade system produces much finer clippings for an even better mulching. This system uses four cutting surfaces to cut the grass into tiny pieces that decompose quickly, to act as a fertiliser for the lawn.
With integrated folding handles, you don’t have to worry about storage problems, as this machine will fit tidily in the garden shed.
The Harrier 41 Pro, the only dedicated 41cm Professional rear roller mower, is the ideal choice for professional gardeners and landscapers maintaining smaller gardens and more difficult to access areas. The perfect addition to the existing, larger Harrier 48 Pro and 56 Pro models.
The latest generation Harrier 41 boasts an all new cast aluminium construction and is complemented by a multitude of enhancements, including heavy-duty wheels and a Honda engine. This enables the Harrier 41 Pro to withstand the rigours of commercial mowing applications, providing that timeless classic striped lawn finish on any lawn.
Features And Benefits
High performance cut and collection system, designed using aerospace technology to ensure class-leading performance in a multitude of environments and seasons
Reinforced polymer rear roller delivers strength, rigidity and resistance to chemical fertilisers and corrosion
Fixed speed Auto-drive system provides optimum productivity and collection performance
Additional handle-bar supports on the cutter deck increase rigidity and strength
Front bumper provides added protection for the deck and wheels
Able to stand on-end when full, the large capacity grass bag is easy to remove and empty
Rear handle complements the front bumper by providing a suitable contact-point for lifting the mower
Incorporation of a Trim Side allows you to cut right to the edge – ideal for around borders, raised flower beds and retaining walls
Lifetime Warranty against engine crankshaft bending should you accidentally hit a solid object
Easy-Wash, a convenient and easy way to clean the cutting chamber, ensuring optimum performance
Seven height-of-cut settings between 13-60mm, controlled by a single counter-balanced lever for quick adjustment
Can be used to cut and collect, or rear discharge grass clippings
This Newtown pattern billhook is a tool traditionally used for hedge laying as well as other tasks, such as harvesting of coppice material, small poles, working-up material and cleaving. It features a 5.5 inch long wooden handle, and a curved 9 inch blade with a single sharp edge. The tang is the full length of the handle. This Black-Down Forge billhook is suitable for both professional and domestic users and the nearest equivalent for Morris of Dunsford tools. Manufactured from high carbon steel (c45).
*The blade is suitable for sharpening by the user as required, and may require sharpening before first use (at the users discretion).
The Mk4 chain sharpener from Portek is a powerful high quality hydraulic auto-clamp chainsaw sharpener – the hydraulic auto-clamp will hold the chain securely in position as the grinding disc is lowered.
This fully adjustable, workshop quality model is robust enough to deal with prolonged professional use. The Mk4’s many adjustable features means it is able to sharpen 15° chains and a variety of different size chain pitch, making it suitable for a wide range of makes and sizes of chain. The integral LED work light helps you get the perfect cutting edge every time.
Give your chainsaw more bite with a Portek Chainmaster Sharpener!
Get the best out of your chainsaw with this semi-professional chainsaw sharpener. The Maxi Chainmaster sharpener MK2 is designed for the frequent and professional user and is fast and easy to use. Supplied with 3.2mm disc.
The TS420 is a robust and compact disc cutter. The long life filter system including cyclone pre separation makes on site maintenance unnecessary.
Low vibration levels ( 3.9m/s² ). Has a high performance engine with stratified charge system. Compact design and optimised balance for excellent cutting & guide characteristics. For use with a 350mm cutting wheel. Elasto-Start, primer pump & decompression valve.
Features a bayonet filler cap for tool free opening. Can be hand held or used with the FW20 cart. Supplied with abrasive cutting wheel.
This disc cutter features unique Stihl Injection engine technology for 350mm cutting wheels. Simple to start with powerful torque. Fully equipped with a long life air filter system and electronic water control. Can be operated by hand or with the FW 20 cart. Supplied with an abrasive cutting wheel.
Unique Stihl Injection engine technology for 300 mm cutting wheels. Simple to start with powerful torque. This disc cutter comes equipped with a long life air filter system & electronic water control. Can be operated by hand as well as with the FW-20 cart. Supplied with an abrasive cutting wheel.
A powerful 5 kW engine with a 400 mm cutting wheel. Including a long life air filter system & cyclone air-routing. Features an ergonomic design with optimised handling positions. Elasto-start plus, compensator & decompression valve. Water attachment & composite cutting wheel come as standard. Can either be operated by hand or mounted on an FW20 cut off saw cart. The TS800 disc cutter is supplied with abrasive cutting wheel.
The Harrier is one of our most popular models, having featured in the Hayter range for over 30 years. The latest generation Harrier 41 builds on the successes of its predecessors and embraces modern design and technology to deliver a high quality, high performance lawnmower.
Achieving the classic stripes in any garden, the compact design and ease of manoeuvring make the Harrier 41 ideal for small to medium gardens. With a choice of models available, each hosting an array of easy to use and time-saving features that help you achieve the lawn that others aspire to.
Classic stripes are achieved with a two piece, ribbed rear roller, providing superior traction and manoeuvrability with no turf marking when turning
Incorporation of a Trim Side allows you to cut right to the edge – ideal for around borders, raised flower beds and retaining walls
Lifetime Warranty against engine crank- shaft bending should you accidentally hit a solid object.
Easy-Wash, a convenient and easy way to clean the cutting chamber, ensuring optimum performance
Aluminium cutter deck for increased durability, rigidity and corrosion resistance compared to steel deck alternatives
High performance cut and collection system, designed using aerospace technology to ensure class-leading performance in a multitude of environments and seasons
Vari-Pitch™ cutting technology automatically adjusts the cutter deck to increase air flow when set to cut longer grass (patent pending)
Briggs & Stratton engines provide guaranteed power and performance. Ease of starting is assured with Ready-start® automatic choke
In-Start® Lithium-Ion battery technology provides the latest and easiest way to start your engine.
Auto-drive models have a variable speed control, adjustable between 2.2 – 3.4mph to suit the operator and mowing conditions
Seven height-of-cut settings between 13-60mm, controlled by a single counter-balanced lever for quick adjustment
Easy to use grass bag can be lifted through the handle bars for easy emptying, or removed completely for use as a rear-discharge mower
Folding handle-bars reduce the storage space needed
The STIHL garden cultivator MH 445 is perfect for narrow terrains and in small flower beds. The compact dimensions and the standard width of 45 cm guarantee great manoeuvrability. And to work between narrow rows of plants, the width can be reduced to 25 cm. Thanks to the powerful and constantly working petrol engine, you can easily and quickly turn the ground around. The chopping knives penetrate the soil in an optimal order, break the crust and mix the earth. The height-adjustable brake hook ensures that you stay exactly in track. The anti-vibration system catches a large part of the engine vibrations so that you can use the garden tiller for a long time without getting tired. The good balance of the machine and the central adjustment of the handlebar in turn contribute to the comfortable operation. This way you can guide the machine in a good ergonomic position and with little effort. To clean or assemble the STIHL MH 445, tilt it on its transport wheels after which the chopping knives are easily accessible.
CLEANING POSITION
In the cleaning position, the chopping knives of the STIHL garden cutter can be easily disassembled, cleaned and assembled.
EASY THROTLE OPERATION
With the two handles you send the STIHL garden cutter in any direction. Close to the handles is the throttle so that you can also control the speed regulator on the steering rod with your thumbs. In this way you can dose the power of the garden tiller very accurately during the work.
ANTI-VIBRATION SYSTEM
The anti-vibration system is integrated in the attachment of the steering rod of the STIHL garden cultivator. The system reduces the vibrations in the steering rod so that you have to make less effort during a long assignment.
Divisible Mill Set
The separable milling set of this STIHL garden cultivator makes it possible to vary the working width. As a result, you can also plant crops in rows with a smaller distance between them. The lateral discs protect the plants during plowing.
POWERFUL OHV ENGINE
This STIHL garden cultivator is powered by a Briggs & Stratton engine with modern OHV technology. The upper valves guarantee a clean and efficient combustion of the gasoline air mixture. The engine type provides a high efficiency when working on the ground and is distinguished by its stable operation.
ADJUSTABLE STEERING ROD
You can adjust the steering rod of the STIHL garden tiller without tools: it can be adjusted both vertically and laterally. In order to easily transport the garden tillers or to store them without taking up a lot of space, the steering rod can be folded up.
The Stihl RM253T is a self propelled 4-stroke petrol mower with a 51cm (20 inch) cutting width. Ideally proportioned for medium to large lawns up to 1800m² in area.
It features 7 cutting heights ranging from 20 to 100mm, with an extremely simple adjustment system for ease of use. The quick release Mono handlebar design allows easy access to the grass box and a user friendly way of folding the handles for storage or transport. Cut and collect, side-discharge or cut and mulch to suit your mowing needs throughout the season.
It’s large grass box (55 litres) means that the amount of stops to empty are cut down to a minimum for a mower of its size.
The Stihl RM248 is a 4-stroke petrol mower with an 18 inch cutter. It is compact and easy to manoeuvre around small or medium lawns up to 1200m² in area.
It features 7 cutting heights ranging from 20 to 100mm, with an extremely simple adjustment system for ease of use. The quick release Mono handlebar design allows easy access to the grass box and a user friendly way of folding the handles for storage or transport. Cut and collect, side-discharge or cut and mulch to suit your mowing needs throughout the season.
It’s large grass box (52 litres) means that the amount of stops to empty are cut down to a minimum for a mower of its size.
The STIHL RM448V packs in a range of fantastic features which make it powerful, effective and comfortable to use. It has an 18” (46cm) cutter and is great for mowing lawns up to 1200m² in size.
The mower housing is made from a lightweight yet robust UV and petrol resistant polymer. The cutting height can be adjusted to 7 different settings using the centralised adjustment system, all operated by one simple lever. Cut and collect, side-discharge or cut and mulch to suit your mowing needs throughout the season.
Emptying the grass box has never been easier thanks to the mono-comfort handlebar, allowing easy access to remove and re-attach the grassbox. The variable-speed drive, easy start and powerful EVC300 engine make this a great choice of lawnmower.
The Stihl RM248.3T is a self propelled 4-stroke petrol mower with an 18 inch cutter. It is compact and easy to manoeuvre around small or medium lawns up to 1200m² in area.
It features 7 cutting heights ranging from 20 to 100mm, with an extremely simple adjustment system for ease of use. The quick release Mono handlebar design allows easy access to the grass box and a user friendly way of folding the handles for storage or transport. Cut and collect, side-discharge or cut and mulch to suit your mowing needs throughout the season.
It’s large grass box (52 litres) means that the amount of stops to empty are cut down to a minimum for a mower of its size.
The electric STIHL Chipper Shredder GHE 250 is a versatile machine ideal for anyone looking to keep all corners of their garden tidy.
Whether plant trimmings or woody garden material – the blade shredder can shred hard, soft, long and wide clippings quickly, reliably and efficiently. The sandwich-type blade unit with Multi Cut disc can also effortlessly shred medium-sized branches up to 30 mm thick. The powerful motor ensures smooth, efficient operation. The housing and feed chute provide a high degree of comfort and safety during operation. The large inclined feed chute makes it easy to feed foliage, branches and plant trimmings into the shredder. The STIHL GHE 250 electric garden shredder can be tipped onto its wheels and moved easily between its place of use and storage location.
Fitted with 2 ISC rings which are coloured and made from aluminium, this friction saver will form a crucial piece of equipment in any climbers kit. One ring is gold and the other blue, to differentiate between the 2 sizes at a distance. Made from a special hardwearing webbing, this cambium saver features a fluorescent line running down the centre to aid with visibility when light conditions are poor.
The Smart Connector can be attached to petrol-driven, electric and cordless products enabling it to deliver important information about your STIHL power tool via Bluetooth 4.2. The Smart Connector offers entirely new functions and services, as a basis for device management both in your home garden and using the STIHL app, and for managing your machine fleet using the STIHL connect pro portal.
The following STIHL products can be retrofitted with STIHL connect:
Chainsaw
MSA 120, MSA 140, MSA 160T, MS 170, MS 180, MS 201, MS 231, MS 251, MS 261, MS 362, MS 500i
The Yorkshire long handled Billhook is one of the most popular patterns in our range of hedge laying tools. It is robust and very well weighted to cut through thick stems, but can still be swung with one arm. We stock many of the most popular billhook patterns.
The total length of this Yorkshire billhook is around 26 inches (665mm), and the double-sided blade measures around 11 inches (305mm), and has been riveted to a solid Hickory handle. The blade is suitable for sharpening by the user as required, and may require sharpening before first use (at the users discretion).
We stock a great range of hedge laying tools and other pruning tools including traditional pattern billhooks, secateurs, bowsaws and axes. We have experience spanning well over 50 years in the timber and forestry industry.
Long Handled Yorkshire Billhook – Why is it named after an English county?
The billhook has over the years been used in coppice and hedge row work across the whole of the UK. Many counties blacksmiths made their own specific design, and thus it became known by the name of the county. The Yorkshire billhook pattern continues to be one of our best selling hedge laying hooks. There are a handful of popular patterns, most of which we sell, but many other counties have had, or still have their own patterns, each one original in it’s own way.
What is Hedge Laying?
Hedge laying is an old traditional technique for thickening up a hedge row. Most hedges when they get established will have more dense greenery higher up than at ground level. In years and decades gone by livestock was enclosed in by hedges which needed to be escape proof. Of course keeping unwanted visitors out would have been top priority. In more modern times with the availability of stock fencing etc, this is a more common approach, however hedge laying as a skill is far from finished and in fact there are well attended hedge laying competitions and other events around the UK every year which help to promote this traditional skill. If you look around the countryside between late autumn and early spring you can often find freshly laid hedges dotted around. In modern times hedges are given this treatment to help natural habitats and to keep the traditional skills alive. Also from a visual point of view, a newly laid hedge is a fantastic sight.
How to lay a hedge
Well, we won’t get too technical here, because there are variations and different approaches in different parts of the UK. The basic principal though is that a cut is put through the stem of the hedge, using a tool such as the Yorkshire billhook and then the whole stem is bent over. once this is done along the whole hedge, the new growth will thicken the hedge up from ground level to the top and make a nice dense hedge.
Carter’s Double edged billhook. Ideal for clearing weeds, cutting back hedges, chopping kindling and hedge laying. This billhook has been fitted with a 6” (150mm) grade A hickory shaft.
The blade is suitable for sharpening by the user, as required, and may require sharpening before first use (at the users discretion).
Single edge billhook by Richard Carter. A billhook is most commonly used for hedge laying, but it is also the perfect tool for clearing weeds, cutting back hedges and chopping kindling. This tool has been fitted with a robust 6 inch hickory handle and solid 12 inch blade.
The blade is suitable for sharpening by the user, as required, and may require sharpening before first use (at the users discretion).
Metal angle iron style corner chainlink posts, including struts, stretcher bars and winders. This is a 6’6” long post, suitable to install a 4’6” chainlink fence. This size is discontinued and reduced to clear.
Are you a homeowner looking for a garden spade, or a landscape gardener looking for a professional lawnmower? We can help you! We cater for both domestic and professional users and are always on hand to talk you through the options available and offer recommendations based on your needs.
We stock a large range of cordless and petrol handheld machinery from some of the best known brands in the industry from lawn mowers to disc cutters, we cater for almost every situation.
Specialists in Fencing, Garden Machinery, Forestry and Arborist Equipment
We have been supplying timber and fencing from our site in Longwick for decades, stocking a huge range of products in our expansive timber yard. All customers are welcome, whether you are a domestic homeowner, trade professional or estate and council contractor.
If you are installing a new fence, laying a deck or looking for a new garden shed, we can offer great advice. From our own extensive knowledge we will even help you calculate the materials for the job, right down to the amount of nails or screws you will need!
Much of our own knowledge and expertise has been gathered from the professional contractors we deal with on a daily basis, who we have developed a great relationship with. If you are looking for a gardener, fencing contractor or landscaper then we will be very glad to put you in touch with a trades person.
We sell a variety of fence panels, from a basic lap panel to a premium contemporary panel from Jacksons fencing.
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Postal address: Green Close Works, Thame Road, Longwick, Buckinghamshire. HP27 9SG
Telephone number: 01844 343663 or 01844 345975
You have the right to make a complaint at any time to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK supervisory authority for data protection issues (www.ico.org.uk). We would, however, appreciate the chance to deal with your concerns before you approach the ICO so please contact us in the first instance.
Changes to the privacy notice and your duty to inform us of changes
This version was last updated on 04/01/2019
It is important that the personal data we hold about you is accurate and current. Please keep us informed if your personal data changes during your relationship with us.
Third-party links
This website may include links to third-party websites, plug-ins and applications. Clicking on those links or enabling those connections may allow third parties to collect or share data about you. We do not control these third-party websites and are not responsible for their privacy statements. When you leave our website, we encourage you to read the privacy notice of every website you visit.
2. The data we collect about you
Personal data, or personal information, means any information about an individual from which that person can be identified. It does not include data where the identity has been removed (anonymous data).
We may collect, use, store and transfer different kinds of personal data about you which we have grouped together follows:
Identity Data – includes first name, maiden name, last name, username or similar identifier, marital status, title, date of birth and gender.
Contact Data – includes billing address, delivery address, email address and telephone numbers.
Financial Data – includes bank account and payment card details.
Transaction Data – includes details about payments to and from you and other details of products and services you have purchased from us.
Technical Data – includes internet protocol (IP) address, your login data, browser type and version, time zone setting and location, browser plug-in types and versions, operating system and platform and other technology on the devices you use to access this website.
Profile Data – includes your username and password, purchases or orders made by you, your interests, preferences, feedback and survey responses.
Usage Data – includes information about how you use our website, products and services.
Marketing and Communications Data – includes your preferences in receiving marketing from us and our third parties and your communication preferences.
We also collect, use and share ‘Aggregated Data’ such as statistical or demographic data for any purpose. Aggregated Data may be derived from your personal data but is not considered personal data in law as this data does not directly or indirectly reveal your identity. For example, we may aggregate your Usage Data to calculate the percentage of users accessing a specific website feature. However, if we combine or connect Aggregated Data with your personal data so that it can directly or indirectly identify you, we treat the combined data as personal data which will be used in accordance with this privacy notice.
We do not collect any ‘Special Categories of Personal Data’ about you (this includes details about your race or ethnicity, religious or philosophical beliefs, sex life, sexual orientation, political opinions, trade union membership, information about your health and genetic and biometric data). Nor do we collect any information about criminal convictions and offences.
If you fail to provide personal data
Where we need to collect personal data by law, or under the terms of a contract we have with you and you fail to provide that data when requested, we may not be able to perform the contract we have or are trying to enter into with you (for example, to provide you with goods or services). In this case, we may have to cancel a product or service you have with us but we will notify you if this is the case at the time.
3. How is your personal data collected?
We use different methods to collect data from and about you including through:
Direct interactions. You may give us your Identity, Contact and Financial Data by filling in forms or by corresponding with us by post, phone, email or otherwise. This includes personal data you provide when you:
apply for our products or services;
create an account on our website;
subscribe to our service or publications;
request marketing to be sent to you;
enter a competition, promotion or survey; or
give us some feedback.
Automated technologies or interactions. As you interact with our website, we may automatically collect Technical Data about your equipment, browsing actions and patterns. We collect this personal data by using cookies, server logs and other similar technologies. We may also receive Technical Data about you if you visit other websites employing our cookies. Please see our cookie policy for further details.
Third parties or publicly available sources. We may receive personal data about you from various third parties and public sources as set out below:
Technical Data from analytics providers such as Google based outside the EU;
Identity and Contact Data from publicly available sources such as Companies House and the Electoral Register based inside the EU.
4. How we use your personal data
We will only use your personal data when the law allows us to. Most commonly, we will use your personal data in the following circumstances
Where we need to perform the contract we are about to enter into or have entered into with you.
Where it is necessary for our legitimate interests (or those of a third party) and your interests and fundamental rights do not override those interests.
Where we need to comply with a legal or regulatory obligation.
Generally we do not rely on consent as a legal basis for processing your personal data although we will get your consent before sending third party direct marketing communications to you via email or text message. You have the right to withdraw consent to marketing at any time by contacting us.
Purposes for which we will use your personal data
We have set out below, in a table format, a description of all the ways we plan to use your personal data, and which of the legal bases we rely on to do so. We have also identified what our legitimate interests are where appropriate.
Note that we may process your personal data for more than one lawful ground depending on the specific purpose for which we are using your data. Please contact us if you need details about the specific legal ground we are relying on to process your personal data where more than one ground has been set out in the table below.
Marketing
We strive to provide you with choices regarding certain personal data uses, particularly around marketing and advertising.
Promotional offers from us
We may use your Identity, Contact, Technical, Usage and Profile Data to form a view on what we think you may want or need, or what may be of interest to you. This is how we decide which products, services and offers may be relevant for you (we call this marketing).
You will receive marketing communications from us if you have requested information from us or purchased goods or services from us and, in each case, you have not opted out of receiving that marketing.
Third-party marketing
We will get your express opt-in consent before we share your personal data with any third party for marketing purposes. Opting out
You can ask us or third parties to stop sending you marketing messages at any time by contacting us at any time.
Where you opt out of receiving these marketing messages, this will not apply to personal data provided to us as a result of a product/service purchase, warranty registration, product/service experience or other transactions.
Cookies
You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. If you disable or refuse cookies, please note that some parts of this website may become inaccessible or not function properly. For more information about the cookies we use, please see our cookie policy.
Change of purpose
We will only use your personal data for the purposes for which we collected it, unless we reasonably consider that we need to use it for another reason and that reason is compatible with the original purpose. If you wish to get an explanation as to how the processing for the new purpose is compatible with the original purpose, please contact us.
If we need to use your personal data for an unrelated purpose, we will notify you and we will explain the legal basis which allows us to do so.
Please note that we may process your personal data without your knowledge or consent, in compliance with the above rules, where this is required or permitted by law.
5. Disclosures of your personal data
We may have to share your personal data with third parties to whom we may choose to sell, transfer, or merge parts of our business or our assets. Alternatively, we may seek to acquire other businesses or merge with them. If a change happens to our business, then the new owners may use your personal data in the same way as set out in this privacy notice.
We require all third parties to respect the security of your personal data and to treat it in accordance with the law. We do not allow our third-party service providers to use your personal data for their own purposes and only permit them to process your personal data for specified purposes and in accordance with our instructions.
6. International transfers
We do not transfer your personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
7. Data security
We have put in place appropriate security measures to prevent your personal data from being accidentally lost, used or accessed in an unauthorised way, altered or disclosed. In addition, we limit access to your personal data to those employees, agents, contractors and other third parties who have a business need to know. They will only process your personal data on our instructions and they are subject to a duty of confidentiality.
We have put in place procedures to deal with any suspected personal data breach and will notify you and any applicable regulator of a breach where we are legally required to do so.
8. Data retention
How long will you use my personal data for?
By law we have to keep basic information about our customers (including Contact, Identity, Financial and Transaction Data) for six years after they cease being customers for tax purposes. In some circumstances you can ask us to delete your data: see your legal rights below for further information.
9. In some circumstances we will anonymise your personal data (so that it can no longer be associated with you) for research or statistical purposes, in which case we may use this information indefinitely without further notice to you.Your legal rights
Under certain circumstances, you have rights under data protection laws in relation to your personal data to:
Request access to your personal data.
Request correction of your personal data.
Request erasure of your personal data.
Object to processing of your personal data.
Request restriction of processing your personal data.
Request transfer of your personal data.
Right to withdraw consent.
If you wish to exercise any of the rights set out above, please contact us.
No fee usually required
You will not have to pay a fee to access your personal data (or to exercise any of the other rights). However, we may charge a reasonable fee if your request is clearly unfounded, repetitive or excessive. Alternatively, we may refuse to comply with your request in these circumstances.
What we may need from you
We may need to request specific information from you to help us confirm your identity and ensure your right to access your personal data (or to exercise any of your other rights). This is a security measure to ensure that personal data is not disclosed to any person who has no right to receive it. We may also contact you to ask you for further information in relation to your request to speed up our response.
Time limit to respond
We try to respond to all legitimate requests within one month. Occasionally it may take us longer than a month if your request is particularly complex or you have made a number of requests. In this case, we will notify you and keep you updated.
Glossary
LAWFUL BASIS
Legitimate Interest – means the interest of our business in conducting and managing our business to enable us to give you the best service/product and the best and most secure experience. We make sure we consider and balance any potential impact on you (both positive and negative) and your rights before we process your personal data for our legitimate interests. We do not use your personal data for activities where our interests are overridden by the impact on you (unless we have your consent or are otherwise required or permitted to by law). You can obtain further information about how we assess our legitimate interests against any potential impact on you in respect of specific activities by contacting us.
Performance of Contract – means processing your data where it is necessary for the performance of a contract to which you are a party or to take steps at your request before entering into such a contract.
Comply with a legal or regulatory obligation – means processing your personal data where it is necessary for compliance with a legal or regulatory obligation that we are subject to.
THIRD PARTIES
External Third Parties
Service providers based in the United Kingdom who provide IT and system administration services.
Professional advisers including lawyers, bankers, auditors and insurers based in the United Kingdom who provide consultancy, banking, legal, insurance and accounting services.
HM Revenue & Customs, regulators and other authorities based in the United Kingdom.
YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS
You have the right to:
Request access to your personal data (commonly known as a “data subject access request”). This enables you to receive a copy of the personal data we hold about you and to check that we are lawfully processing it.
Request correction of the personal data that we hold about you. This enables you to have any incomplete or inaccurate data we hold about you corrected, though we may need to verify the accuracy of the new data you provide to us.
Request erasure of your personal data. This enables you to ask us to delete or remove personal data where there is no good reason for us continuing to process it. You also have the right to ask us to delete or remove your personal data where you have successfully exercised your right to object to processing (see below), where we may have processed your information unlawfully or where we are required to erase your personal data to comply with local law. Note, however, that we may not always be able to comply with your request of erasure for specific legal reasons which will be notified to you, if applicable, at the time of your request.
Object to processing of your personal data where we are relying on a legitimate interest (or those of a third party) and there is something about your particular situation which makes you want to object to processing on this ground as you feel it impacts on your fundamental rights and freedoms. You also have the right to object where we are processing your personal data for direct marketing purposes. In some cases, we may demonstrate that we have compelling legitimate grounds to process your information which override your rights and freedoms.
Request restriction of processing of your personal data. This enables you to ask us to suspend the processing of your personal data in the following scenarios: (a) if you want us to establish the data’s accuracy; (b) where our use of the data is unlawful but you do not want us to erase it; (c) where you need us to hold the data even if we no longer require it as you need it to establish, exercise or defend legal claims; or (d) you have objected to our use of your data but we need to verify whether we have overriding legitimate grounds to use it.
Request the transfer of your personal data to you or to a third party. We will provide to you, or a third party you have chosen, your personal data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format. Note that this right only applies to automated information which you initially provided consent for us to use or where we used the information to perform a contract with you.
Withdraw consent at any time where we are relying on consent to process your personal data. However, this will not affect the lawfulness of any processing carried out before you withdraw your consent. If you withdraw your consent, we may not be able to provide certain products or services to you. We will advise you if this is the case at the time you withdraw your consent.
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