Verges, trees and hedges - Dorset Council

Find information about maintaining Dorset's verges, trees and hedges, including grass cutting, conservation verge trials, tree management and reporting issues.

Verges and grass cutting

Learn about verge maintenance across Dorset, including cutting schedules and how often verges are cut
Conservation verge trials

See how we're managing selected verges to support biodiversity and reduce seasonal grass cutting
Tree management

Information about tree management in Dorset, including Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs), tree surgery and conservation areas
Hedge and bush maintenance

Read about how we maintain hedgerows, shrubs and high hedges across Dorset

Report a problem

Report a hedge, tree or verge issue on the road or pavement

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