Sherlock's Tree and Countryside Services

Welcome to STACS - Sherlock’s Tree and Countryside Services, your trusted local provider of wildlife-friendly gardening, professional grounds maintenance, and ecological vegetation management in Ivybridge, Plymouth, and the wider South Hams region of Devon. We specialize in delivering high-quality, environmentally responsible services to domestic homeowners, commercial properties, and local councils across the South West.

Founded and operated by Mark Sherlock, a seasoned countryside contractor with over 33 years of hands-on experience, our business is built on deep expertise in hedge trimming, tree care, garden maintenance, invasive species control, and habitat-sensitive site clearance. Mark’s background includes five years with a leading environmental consultancy, where he developed specialist skills in ecological contracting, countryside management, and biodiversity-focused land care—experience that now informs every project we undertake.