Tree surgeon climbing a tall silver birch for sectional dismantling beside the Cottage Loaf pub in Wirral, with a CJ Tree Surgeons vehicle and chipper on site.

Enhancing Visibility and Safety at the Cottage Loaf Pub

When new management took over the Cottage Loaf Pub in Wirral, one of their first goals was to improve visibility and safety around the premises, starting with the entrance. A large Silver Birch tree located close to the main doorway was obscuring sight lines, limiting lighting, and compromising the impact of the venue’s planned refresh.

CJ Tree Surgeons were contacted by Box Construction, who were overseeing updates to the site, to provide a fast and effective solution. What followed was a carefully planned tree removal that made an immediate difference to both safety and customer experience.

The Problem: Tree Obstructing Access and Lighting

The Silver Birch in question had grown too close to the front entrance of the pub. While once a feature, it had become a hazard, partially blocking the path and impeding both natural and artificial light. The positioning of the tree also limited the reach of external CCTV and created a shaded zone that could increase trip or slip risks, particularly during evening trading hours.

Issues Identified:

Reduced visibility for customers entering from car park or roadside
Inhibited performance of existing entrance lighting and CCTV
Increased risk of accidents in low light
Visual obstruction detracting from the pub’s frontage
Misalignment with the new management’s plans to refresh the premises

Silver birch tree beside the pub entrance before removal, with ladders and wood chipper set up in the car park to improve visibility and safety at the Cottage Loaf in Wirral.

Our Solution: Safe Tree Felling by Certified Experts

CJ Tree Surgeons were instructed to carry out a complete removal of the Silver Birch. This was carried out by our fully insured, NPTC-certified arborists using controlled dismantling techniques to ensure no damage to nearby structures or footpaths.

Work Delivered:

Full on-site risk assessment and setup near active trading areas

Safe sectional dismantling of a large Silver Birch tree by qualified climber
Roped rigging techniques used to protect fencing, pathways, and building frontage
Close-quarter removal with minimal space for machinery
Complete clearance of all timber and green waste using on-site chipper
No disruption to trading hours or public access throughout the works

The work was completed efficiently and discreetly, respecting the client’s need for a tidy finish and minimal disruption to business.

Before and After: A Brighter Welcome for Customers

Before:
A mature Silver Birch dominated the approach to the Cottage Loaf pub, with its large canopy extending over the entrance and across part of the outdoor seating area. The tree cast heavy shade, made lighting and CCTV less effective, and limited visibility for customers entering from the car park. The overall appearance was cluttered and dated, not reflective of the new management’s vision for a welcoming refresh.

After:
✔ Full removal of the Silver Birch
✔ Entrance area is now lighter and more visible
✔ Improved coverage for exterior lighting and security cameras
✔ A safer, tidier approach for guests
✔ Enhanced kerb appeal to support the pub’s relaunch under new management

This highly visible transformation played a key role in setting the tone for the updated premises.

Feedback from the Site Team

“CJ Tree Surgeons were brought in by Box Construction to support the refurbishment of the Cottage Loaf pub. Their team carried out the tree removal professionally, safely, and without any disruption to the client’s schedule. The improved entrance has already made a clear difference.”

Results Delivered

✔ Immediate visual improvement at the site frontage
✔ Improved lighting and CCTV coverage
✔ Reduced risk of slips, trips, or collisions
✔ Full support of new management’s relaunch plans
✔ Work delivered on time and to specification

Why Businesses Choose CJ Tree Surgeons in Liverpool and Wirral

ARB Approved Contractor - the UK’s leading standard for tree work
Fully insured and NPTC-qualified arborists
Over 200 five-star reviews from commercial and residential clients
Experienced in pub chains, retail parks, schools, and housing associations
Minimal disruption to live sites or public access
Based in Bromsgrove, working regularly across Liverpool, Wirral, and the wider North West for commercial contracts

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