WE ARE

GREENBELT

For 30 years we have been the UK’s leading specialist in the stewardship of public open spaces, providing long-term, high-quality management solutions for outdoor areas and amenities on new residential developments.

Industry-leading in many ways

Our dynamic, in-house workforce ranges from horticulturists and environmental managers to landscape architects and solicitors – all supported by our specialised customer-facing teams.

We place biodiversity, conservation and horticultural best practice at the forefront of our service, allowing us to make an important contribution to protecting and enhancing the environment.

Our custom-built and truly innovative technology assists and complements our on-the-ground work and elevates the quality above all others.

Colin Thomson company headshot

A message from our Managing Director

"As Managing Director of Greenbelt Group, it is hugely beneficial to have such an experienced and knowledgeable Board of Directors and employees to work with, helping to shape policy and drive the business forward. Greenbelt have all the key industry, horticultural and environmental knowledge to deliver an industry-leading service and value to all our customers and clients."

Colin Thomson, Managing Director

How we lead the way

  • We have a proven track record of successfully assisting with the delivery of the public open spaces and facilities on all sized developments
  • We offer the best value for money service in the UK using in-house experts to keep prices low without compromising on quality
  • We have in-house specialists in Horticulture, Arboriculture, Biodiversity, Environmental Management, Landscape Management, SuDS and much more…
  • We care about our customers and their experience by regularly creating and supporting initiatives, charity events and fundraisers
  • We provide the most experienced, reliable and trusted public open spaces management solutions for new build residential developments
  • We are committed to delivering a fair, transparent and high-quality service that benefits the local community and residents
  • We use bespoke year-round maintenance programmes designed to nurture the aesthetic value, ecological integrity and recreational potential of our open spaces
  • We offer a delivery pathway providing housebuilders with access to our in-house expertise helping to save both time and money

Meet some of our experts

Alex Garrett

Green Space Development Director (UK)

"With 35 years' experience in the industry, I've worked in a variety of horticultural positions within the public and private sectors. I joined Greenbelt in 2004, consolidating an in-depth knowledge of our services which is invaluable to my role as Head of Green Space Development."

Donald Ferguson

Green Space Services Director (UK)

"With a BSc (Hons) in Horticulture and a background in grounds maintenance supervision, I oversee our Operations and Customer Care teams to ensure a high-quality service. I presented research at the 2017 Landscape Institute International Conference, and was once voted Student Horticulturist of the Year by the the Chartered Institute of Horticulture."

Tariq Saeed

Operations Manager (UK)

"Having qualified with an MSc (Hons) in horticulture, I've enjoyed over 10 years of working in this specialist area of open space management, and have been with Greenbelt since 2015. My primary tasks include monitoring and maintaining a high standard of service delivery to all of our customers across the whole of the U.K."

Nick Upton

Community Liaison Officer

"I’ve worked for Greenbelt since 2007, and my job as Community Liaison Officer is to arrange meetings with new homeowners in their local area to explain Greenbelt’s role and services. I’m also a point of contact for community and residents’ groups, helping resolve queries or assist with the creation of formally-recognised Residents’ Associations."

Sarah Williams

Ecology and Sustainability Manager

"I work across multiple areas of the business. With a BSc Geography, MSc Sustainability and Consultancy and four years' experience as an ecologist within the Environmental Consultancy Sector; I look forward to bringing my expertise on protected species, biodiversity net gain, habitat management and sustainability to the role."

Graeme Golding

Arboricultural Manager

"I’ve been with Greenbelt since February 2020, having worked in the arboricultural industry for many years. I predominantly manage trees and woodlands, undertake tree surveys and provide expert advice to colleagues. This post creates many challenges, but at Greenbelt we thrive on achieving results."

Robin Waddell

Business Development Director

"I've been with Greenbelt since 2002, and I am responsible for our business development across the UK. As an experienced chartered landscape architect, I've also used my knowledge and experience to help developers create open spaces on new developments."

Duncan Park

Regional Operations Manager (Scotland)

"With more than 30 years of experience, almost half of it with Greenbelt, I oversee management, maintenance and monitoring of dozens of developments in Scotland. As a chartered surveyor and chartered forester, I also head up Greenbelt's woodland reclassification scheme."

Alex Garrett

Green Space Development Director (UK)

"With 35 years' experience in the industry, I've worked in a variety of horticultural positions within the public and private sectors. I joined Greenbelt in 2004, consolidating an in-depth knowledge of our services which is invaluable to my role as Head of Green Space Development."

Donald Ferguson

Green Space Services Director (UK)

"With a BSc (Hons) in Horticulture and a background in grounds maintenance supervision, I oversee our Operations and Customer Care teams to ensure a high-quality service. I presented research at the 2017 Landscape Institute International Conference, and was once voted Student Horticulturist of the Year by the the Chartered Institute of Horticulture."

Tariq Saeed

Operations Manager (UK)

"Having qualified with an MSc (Hons) in horticulture, I've enjoyed over 10 years of working in this specialist area of open space management, and have been with Greenbelt since 2015. My primary tasks include monitoring and maintaining a high standard of service delivery to all of our customers across the whole of the U.K."

Nick Upton

Community Liaison Officer

"I’ve worked for Greenbelt since 2007, and my job as Community Liaison Officer is to arrange meetings with new homeowners in their local area to explain Greenbelt’s role and services. I’m also a point of contact for community and residents’ groups, helping resolve queries or assist with the creation of formally-recognised Residents’ Associations."

Sarah Williams

Ecology and Sustainability Manager

"I work across multiple areas of the business. With a BSc Geography, MSc Sustainability and Consultancy and four years' experience as an ecologist within the Environmental Consultancy Sector; I look forward to bringing my expertise on protected species, biodiversity net gain, habitat management and sustainability to the role."

Graeme Golding

Arboricultural Manager

"I’ve been with Greenbelt since February 2020, having worked in the arboricultural industry for many years. I predominantly manage trees and woodlands, undertake tree surveys and provide expert advice to colleagues. This post creates many challenges, but at Greenbelt we thrive on achieving results."

Supporting Marie Curie

Marie Curie provides care and support for anyone affected by any terminal illness, through their community nursing service and nine UK hospices.

It’s our honour to come together as a company in raising funds and awareness for their services as part of an ongoing partnership with the charity – one that holds a very special place in the hearts of many of our staff and friends.

Our Commitment

Greenbelt have committed to donating £20,000 a year to Marie Curie – enough to fully support a Marie Curie nurse for a whole year.

Whether based in one of Marie Curie’s nine UK hospice locations, or working within the community to offer care and assistance to patients and their families at home, nurses like Paula provide a vital service which we’re delighted to help support.

Coloured headshot of Nurse Paula.

A Message from one of Marie Curie’s nurses, Paula

“I feel very proud from the minute I put my uniform on. I am really grateful to people sponsoring me and my fellow nurses. It’s letting me do the job that I love and just making an impact on families at their time of need.”

Nurse Paula

Need information?

Whether you’re living with a terminal illness or caring for someone who is, Marie Curie is there to help with practical information and emotional support: call free on 0800 090 2309 to talk to a trained support line officer or a nurse.

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