Business Details
41 Years
experience
Your Trusted Environmental Consultancy Partner in the UK
ACD Landscape Architects was founded in 1985 and has grown into a multi-disciplinary practice offering arboricultural, archaeological & heritage, ecological, and landscape architecture design & consultancy services across the UK. Our team delivers technically sound solutions to complex challenges while prioritising sustainable design that benefits both natural ecosystems and human communities. We specialise in creating spaces that balance environmental stewardship with functional requirements for modern development. Our expertise spans biodiversity net gain, heritage conservation, and landscape-led planning for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects. With offices in Malmesbury, Godalming, and Eastleigh, we combine local knowledge with national experience to meet client needs.Our commitment to technical excellence is demonstrated through professional accreditations from bodies including CIEEM, IEMA, and the Landscape Institute. We maintain rigorous standards in all our work, from initial surveys through to construction monitoring and post-completion audits. Our approach integrates ecological considerations with arboricultural best practices to ensure long-term environmental value. We work closely with planning authorities and multidisciplinary teams to achieve successful project outcomes. Our legacy is built on delivering practical, sustainable solutions that create lasting environmental and social benefits for future generations.
Services
Arboriculture
Archaeology & Heritage
Ecology & Biodiversity
Landscape Architecture
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- Multi-disciplinary team with 40+ years combined experience in environmental consultancy
- Accredited by leading professional bodies including CIEEM and Landscape Institute
- Specialist expertise in Biodiversity Net Gain and heritage conservation
- Proven track record delivering complex projects across the UK
- Integrated approach combining arboricultural, ecological, and landscape expertise
Associations and certifications
- CIEEM
- IEMA
- Landscape Institute
Services
Arboriculture
Our arboricultural services follow BS5837:2012 standards for tree management in development contexts. We provide comprehensive tree surveys, protection plans, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with planning requirements. Our team delivers practical solutions for tree retention, woodland management, and veteran tree conservation while supporting development projects across the UK.
Ecology & Biodiversity
We offer specialist ecological consultancy including protected species surveys, Biodiversity Net Gain assessments, and habitat management planning. Our CIEEM-registered ecologists conduct detailed field surveys for bats, reptiles, and protected flora while developing mitigation strategies that align with planning policies and environmental regulations across the UK.
Landscape Architecture
Our Landscape Institute-accredited team provides comprehensive landscape design and planning services for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects. We specialise in Landscape Visual Impact Assessments, masterplanning, and SANGs provision while ensuring compliance with green belt and environmental protection requirements throughout the UK.
Archaeology & Heritage
We deliver archaeological assessments and heritage management solutions for development projects. Our services include desk-based research, field evaluations, and conservation management plans for listed buildings and scheduled monuments. We provide practical advice to meet planning conditions while preserving historical assets across the UK.
People
John Constable
Managing Director
With over 30 years' experience in landscape architecture, John leads ACD Landscape Architects's strategic direction. He specialises in integrating ecological principles with landscape design for large-scale development projects across the UK.
Helen Selwyn
Design Director
Helen brings extensive expertise in landscape architecture and horticulture to our design team. She focuses on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that balance development needs with environmental protection requirements.
Jon Seymour
Director of Landscape Architecture
Jon oversees landscape architecture projects with particular expertise in visual impact assessments and masterplanning. He ensures our designs meet both planning requirements and environmental standards across the UK.
Alison Dibble
Head of Finance
Alison manages ACD Landscape Architects's financial operations with over 15 years' experience in accounting for professional services firms. She ensures financial stability to support our continued growth and service delivery.
Dom Lambert
Ecologist
Dom specialises in ecological surveys and protected species mitigation. With MSc qualifications in environmental management, he leads biodiversity assessments for residential and commercial developments across southern England.
Questions
What environmental services does ACD offer?
We provide arboricultural, ecological, landscape architecture, and heritage consultancy services for development projects across the UK.
Do you operate nationwide?
Yes, we work across the UK with offices in Malmesbury, Godalming, and Eastleigh.
What accreditations do you hold?
We are accredited by CIEEM, IEMA, and the Landscape Institute for our professional standards.
Can you help with planning applications?
Yes, we provide all necessary ecological and landscape assessments required for UK planning applications.
Do you offer career opportunities?
We regularly recruit ecologists, landscape architects, and arboriculturists. Check our careers page for current vacancies.
