About Us
It all started when...
The Fletcher family has been involved in The Horticultural / Alboricultural Industries for over 100 years. Claude Fletcher (Neil's grandfather) was a Horticultural worker in Lea Valley in the 1920s. Neil Fletcher, his grandson, started apprenticing at the age of seventeen . He established his own company in 1974 and, since than, he’s been servicing the greater London and the Home Counties for 50 years. Today it is a family business where two of his daughters and his son are involved in the company, sharing Neil’s pathos and passion.
Meet the Team
NEIL FLETCHER
founder & head gardener
Neil is the founder of the company and has 50 years worth of expertise within the tree and garden industry, which has been his passion since he was a young boy. He remains an essential and pro-active member of the company. Neil is extremely hard working, and always goes the extra mile to guarantee our standard of work sets the highest benchmark, which many other companies can only aspire to.
Harry FLETCHER
operations manager
Harry, the prodigal son has returned from Italy to take his rightful place in the family business. Supporting our “old man,” Harry is fast becoming a star student. With more than seven years of experience running his own gardening round, he understands the importance of getting to know each garden and building lasting relationships with clients like his Dad.
Harry brings plenty of practical knowledge, enthusiasm and a keen eye for detail. He is determined to help carry the family business into its next generation.
HARRIET BAGGE
Admin Manager
Harriet plays a crucial role at The English Garden Company, providing essential administrative management while also assisting our maintenance teams. With a deep knowledge of plants and a passion for foraging, Harriet brings a unique blends of skills and enthusiasm to our team.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Harriet took a break to care for the elderly, demonstrating her compassionate nature and dedication to helping others. However, her love for the outdoors and working with the family drew her back to the company. In her spare time, Harriet enjoys foraging for herbs, which she uses for various herbal remedies.
JOE D
ArboriculturE CLIMBER/FOREMAN
Joe is our fully qualified and highly experienced tree surgeon, , with over 10 years in the industry. A friendly, efficient, and incredibly skilled chainsaw wielder, Joe tackles every job with precision and professionalism.
Whether he’s pruning, reducing, or safely taking down a tree, Joe combines technical expertise with a calm, approachable manner that puts clients at ease.
When he’s not up a tree, he’s busy at home with his wife and three kids, proving that the only thing he handles better than a chainsaw… is chaos.
MEL H
ACCOUNTS & FINANCE
Mel is a key part of our accounts team, keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. She looks after one-off works invoicing and manages our purchase ledger with accuracy, organisation, and a level of efficiency that keeps the whole operation in order.
Outside of work, Mel loves swimming, which is probably the only time she’s not thinking about numbers.
lauren l
garden maintenance accounts
Lauren handles all of our garden maintenance invoicing, bringing a friendly and meticulous approach to every job. She’s efficient, clear and always happy to help clients with their account queries.
When she’s not managing the maintenance schedule and invoicing, she’s busy chasing after her toddler, which makes dealing with gardeners look easy.
DICK THE DOG
HEAD OF BARKETING
Dick is a much-loved member of The English Tree Company team. Always ready to supervise the day’s activities, inspect the planting and keep a watchful eye on everyone, he takes his role very seriously—although he can occasionally be distracted by treats and a good game.
Friendly, loyal and full of character, Dick is adored by our clients and always receives a warm welcome when he visits. He brings plenty of smiles to the working day and is undoubtedly one of the most popular members of the team.
