Established in 2009, SWS Countryside has built a solid reputation for environmentally conscious land management and tree works.
We offer a wide range of countryside and land management services for both commercial and residential clients, assisting customers in Maidstone, Tonbridge, Paddock Wood, Kent, Surrey, Sussex, and London. Our services include everything from tree surgery and tree planting to woodland management, fisheries management, and ecological and wildlife services.
SWS is currently owned and managed by Matt Craig, who holds a BSc Honours degree in Landscape and Countryside Management from Greenwich University, having studied at Hadlow College. Matt has prior experience working with a local landscape company and has more recently managed country parks.”
about Our Founder
Meet Steve WrighT
SWS was founded by Steve Wright in 2009. After a diverse career, Steve found his true calling in woodland and conservation management, eventually establishing SWS Woodland and Conservation Management Services.
He was deeply passionate about woodland work and conservation projects across Kent, Surrey, and Sussex, shaping the business around this commitment. Sadly, Steve passed away in late 2017.
SWS Today
Having been mentored and trained by Steve, Matt Craig continued to run the business to both complete Steve’s ongoing commitments and keep the business ticking over. In 2020, Matt expanded the business and branched out into new services, including all aspects of countryside and land management for both commercial and residential clients in Maidstone, Tonbridge and across Kent and the neighbouring counties.
Matt has handpicked and developed a professional team, utilising their individual skillsets, resulting in a high-quality, friendly service.
Matt continues to keep the ethos of Steve’s vision—conservation and woodland management—at the heart of the business.
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SWS is proud to offer an extensive range of rural services, including tree and hedge management and planting, fisheries management, vegetation management, and ecological services.