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An environmental consultancy: Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Ecology, Master Planning, LVIA.

We have a team of experienced landscape architects, urban designers, ecologists and horticulturalists who work together to provide inclusive, sustainable and holistic solutions. This involves close collaboration with the client team to ensure that the most suitable and effective output is achieved and we also successfully negotiate with planning authorities and contractors to facilitate the necess

ary processes. The practice was established in 1991; we are centrally based in Harrogate and our team work throughout the whole country for a wide cross section of clients in both the public and private sector.

15/05/2026

The Smeeden Foreman team recently took a trip to Ireland for a visit to the Tobermore paving factory. Janette, Harry and Nicholas from SF, alongside three architects from .architects , had the opportunity to explore Tobermore’s latest product innovations, gain insight into advanced manufacturing techniques, and go behind the scenes on a full factory tour. Seeing the craftsmanship and production process up close offered valuable inspiration and a deeper understanding of the work that goes into creating high-quality paving solutions. 🇮🇪🏗️✨

06/03/2026

🦡 Badger Survey Season is Here!

Did you know a badger survey can be carried out at any time of year? However, the best time is between February and April when badgers are most active and vegetation cover is lower — making signs like setts, tracks, and paths much easier to identify.

If your development project could impact badgers, a professional survey, report, and mitigation plan may be required.

Our experienced ecologists can help you navigate ecological constraints and keep your project moving forward while protecting wildlife.

🌿 Expert advice
📋 Detailed survey reports
🛠 Practical mitigation strategies

Planning a project? Get in touch with our team today!

05/03/2026

Spring has sprung! Don’t forget to speak to our ecology team about all your survey and protected species checks so they can be booked-in well in advance.

30/01/2026

We were delighted to host Iyla, a third-year student at Leeds Beckett University, following the college’s speed mentoring event.

With a strong interest in biophilic design, Iyla developed a thoughtful hard and soft landscape proposal for a children’s hospital unit in West Yorkshire, balancing experiential and functional needs. She also supported the team on a live project, contributing to a landscape assessment and site appraisal and gaining insight into the early stages of the design process.

We wish Iyla every success in the remainder of her studies and hope to work with her again in the future.

03/12/2025

🌿✨ Site visit in Coventry last Friday!

We are incredibly proud to see how seamlessly landscape and ecology have come together on this scheme. A thoughtful blend of retained vegetation with newly introduced mixed native scrub, native hedges, tree planting, and wildflower seeding — all working together to deliver meaningful BNG gains.

Even better seeing the two drive-thru sites designed by The Harris Partnership fully integrated into this landscape-led approach. We’re really looking forward to seeing these young trees establish and transform the space in the coming years. 🌳💚

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Address

Somerset House, Low Moor Lane, Scotton
Knaresborough
HG59JB

Telephone

01423 863369

Website

http://smeedenforeman.co.uk/

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