Arboricultural Excellence, Isle of Man
Expert consultancy, Lantra-accredited training, and passionate conservation — caring for the Isle of Man's trees since 2013.
What We Do
Three pillars of arboricultural excellence — working together for the Isle of Man's trees.
Why Manx Roots
Professional arboriculture rooted in experience, accreditation, and genuine care for trees.
25+ Years
A career spanning the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada — bringing global expertise home.
Lantra Accredited
Registered instructor delivering industry-recognised chainsaw and arboricultural qualifications.
ISA Certified
International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist — the world's highest standard.
Island Rooted
Based on the Isle of Man since 2013. Deep local knowledge, conservation-driven, invested in the landscape.
25+ Years
of tree care
Meet Ben Brooker
With over 25 years in arboriculture spanning the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, Ben founded Manx Roots in 2013 to bring world-class tree expertise to the Isle of Man.
Holding a Level 6 Diploma in Arboriculture and ISA Certified Arborist credentials, Ben combines technical excellence with a genuine passion for conservation.
Trusted by organisations across the Isle of Man
What Our Clients Say
Trusted by developers, government bodies, estate managers, and land owners across the Isle of Man.
“Arrived promptly on promised days, fell three poplar trees (40 foot plus) and cleared up afterwards. What else could you ask for. Thanks Ben and team for an excellent professional job.”
Gaynor Trafford
Google Review
“Ben and Dave did a brilliant job. Over two days they safely removed 5 trees, cleared away all the resultant debris and when asked turned two remaining tree stumps into seats; with a perfect view of Laxey Bay.”
Bernard Price
Google Review
“Superb job of removing a large rotting sycamore from the churchyard. Manx Roots Ltd could not have been more helpful from the original survey to obtaining the tree felling licence - and a very tidy, professional job.”
Steve Hamer
Local Guide · Google Review
“Highly recommend this company! Ben came to give us an estimate when he said he would, arrived promptly for the work he said he'd do, and him and his team were very approachable and polite and most importantly did a great job!”
Dominique Newburn
Google Review
Next Course Dates
Contact us for upcoming chainsaw training and tree inspection course dates. Courses run regularly — secure your place early.
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