Forestry Equipment Hire in Reading, Berkshire
Clear, Chip and Grind Without the Chainsaw
Wood chippers, stump grinders and log splitters. Call 0118 979 2828.
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Trees are down and the site needs clearing. If you are looking for forestry equipment hire near me in Reading, call 0118 979 2828.
What Should You Consider Before Hiring Forestry Equipment?
The right equipment depends on vegetation type and density, tree or stump size, terrain, gradients, ground conditions and access. Wet or sensitive ground may need lighter or tracked machinery. Steep or restricted sites can limit which machines work safely.
Development sites across Shinfield, Wokingham and Bracknell often require stump removal before foundations. Estate tree management across Pangbourne, Henley and Windsor is an annual requirement.
Call 0118 979 2828 and describe your project.
Our Forestry Equipment Range
We stock wood chippers from 75mm garden models to 200mm commercial machines. Our range also includes compact pedestrian and larger self-propelled stump grinders, plus log splitters for firewood. Stump grinders typically remove stumps to a depth of around 150mm to 300mm below ground level.
Full specifications for the complete forestry equipment range are listed in the Coppard online catalogue.
Forestry Equipment for Thames Valley Sites
Development sites across Shinfield, Wokingham and Bracknell require stump removal before foundations. Estate tree management across Pangbourne, Henley and Windsor is ongoing. On sites with tree preservation orders, check with the local authority before grinding.
Hire alongside an excavator and tracked carrier for a complete site clearance package from the same Reading depot.
Hiring Forestry Equipment: What to Expect
Wear suitable PPE, including ear defenders, safety goggles and gloves as a minimum. Smaller machines can usually be collected on a trailer, while larger wood chippers and stump grinders are delivered to site.
Call 0118 979 2828 to check availability.
Why Hire Forestry Equipment from Coppard?
Coppard supplies forestry equipment alongside excavators and tracked carriers from the same Reading depot.
Searching for the best forestry equipment hire near me? Coppard covers Reading, Wokingham, Bracknell, Earley, Woodley, Shinfield, Newbury, Basingstoke, Maidenhead, High Wycombe, Windsor, Slough, Henley-on-Thames, Pangbourne, Twyford, Crowthorne, Sandhurst and Thatcham. Call 0118 979 2828.
For the full range of Plant & Machinery Hire available from our Reading depot, visit the Plant & Machinery Hire page.
View the full Forestry Equipment Hire catalogue — specifications, models and current availability.
Frequently Asked Questions: Forestry Equipment Hire in Reading and Berkshire
What size chipper do I need?
Garden brash up to 75mm: compact chipper. Larger clearance up to 200mm: commercial chipper. Tell us the diameter and volume.
Can I grind a stump myself?
Yes. Stump grinders are straightforward to use, and the yard team will explain the controls and safety procedures before hire. Suitable PPE must be worn.
How fast can you deliver?
Most machines go out the same or next day. Call 0118 979 2828 to check availability.
What should I consider before hiring forestry equipment?
The right forestry equipment will depend on the type and density of vegetation, tree or stump size, terrain, gradients, ground conditions and access available. Wet or sensitive ground may need lighter or tracked machinery, while steep or restricted sites can limit which machines can work safely and effectively. The Forestry Commission explains why access, ground protection and careful operational planning matter in its guidance on sustainable forestry and responsible timber harvesting. Tell Coppard’s Reading team what needs clearing, the approximate area and any access or ground restrictions, and they can recommend suitable forestry machinery for the job.
Need forestry equipment hire near me in Reading or Berkshire?
Call 0118 979 2828. Same-day dispatch from Reading. Delivery across Reading, Wokingham, Bracknell, Earley, Woodley, Shinfield, Newbury, Basingstoke, Maidenhead, High Wycombe, Windsor, Slough, Henley-on-Thames, Pangbourne, Twyford, Crowthorne, Sandhurst and Thatcham.
