Tree Stump Removal & Grinding in Devon & Cornwall

Our stump removal services

Once a tree is down, the stump left behind can be an eyesore, a trip hazard and a magnet for pests, fungal decay and unwanted regrowth. Our professional stump grinding service removes the problem completely — with machines to suit everything from a single garden stump to large-scale clearance.

Stump grinding — Grinding the stump down to well below ground level.

Surface root removal — Dealing with the larger surface roots that spread from the base.

Regrowth prevention — Removing the stump properly to stop suckering from species like sycamore and willow.

Replanting preparation — Grinding deeper where you want to replant, lay turf or build.

Narrow-access grinding — Compact machines that fit through standard gateways to reach back gardens.

Why remove a stump?

Left in the ground, a stump can keep sending up new shoots, attract honey fungus and pests, get in the way of mowing and landscaping, and remain a trip hazard for years. Grinding it out frees up the space for lawn, planting, paving, fencing or building — and tidies the whole area in the process.

Areas we cover

We grind out stumps throughout Devon, Cornwall and the South West, including Holsworthy, Bude, Lifton, Boscastle, Camelford, Okehampton, Tintagel and the surrounding villages and parishes. Not sure if you're in our area? Just give us a call.

Frequently asked questions

Why not just leave the stump in the ground?

Stumps can keep regrowing, attract honey fungus and pests, and block any future use of the space. Grinding it out solves all of that in one go.

How deep do you grind the stump?

Typically 150–300mm below ground level for general tidying, and deeper where you want to replant or build.

Can you reach a stump in my back garden?

Usually, yes. Our narrow-access grinders fit through standard gateways and tight gaps.

What's left behind afterwards?

A pile of wood chip and soil, which can backfill the hole — or we can take it away and level the ground for you.