Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Landscaping & Agricultural Contractors in County Durham
Established in 1972, W Marley has built a reputation as a trusted provider of agricultural and construction services. Our journey began with a single JCB and tractor, evolving over four decades into a comprehensive operation with a diverse fleet and highly qualified workforce. Based at Constantine Farm in County Durham, our strategic location enables efficient nationwide service delivery. Our team holds critical industry certifications including PTS, BESC, CSCS, and CPCS, ensuring compliance with rigorous safety standards. With over 40 years' experience in projects ranging from road construction to mine reinstatement, we combine technical expertise with practical problem-solving.Our equipment inventory includes 12+ HGVs, 40+ tankers, 30+ tractors, and specialist machinery for low-ground-pressure operations. We demonstrated our capability through the Kynren project, delivering 24/7 site clearance, fencing, and landscaping under tight deadlines. Client satisfaction remains our priority, evidenced by long-term partnerships with major industry players. Our commitment to quality is reflected in continuous investment in workforce training and equipment modernisation. As a family-owned business, we maintain the personal service ethos that defined our early years while meeting modern industry demands.
Services
Landscaping
Site Clearance
Fencing
Tanker Hire
Haulage
Plant Hire
Winter Maintenance
Specialist Equipment
Groundworks
Kynren Project Support
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- 40 years' experience in agricultural and construction contracting
- Nationwide operations with local Durham-based management
- Diverse fleet including 40+ tankers and 30+ tractors
- Certified workforce with PTS, CSCS, and CPCS qualifications
- Proven capability in time-critical projects like Kynren development
Associations and certifications
- PTS
- BESC
- CSCS
- CPCS
- Lantra NTPC
Services
Landscaping
We provide comprehensive landscaping solutions for domestic gardens, sports pitches, and large-scale wind farm projects. Our services include terrain modification, vegetation management, and aesthetic enhancement using modern equipment. With over 40 years' experience, we deliver tailored solutions that balance functionality with environmental considerations.
Site Clearance
Our site clearance services handle projects from domestic tree surgery to major motorway developments. We deploy specialist machinery and qualified personnel to ensure efficient vegetation removal, debris management, and ground preparation while maintaining strict safety standards.
Fencing
We install temporary and permanent fencing solutions including stock-proof agricultural fencing, industrial steel barriers, and security mesh systems. Our expertise covers both traditional timber and modern composite materials for agricultural, commercial, and event applications.
Tanker Hire
Our tanker fleet ranges from 250-gallon units to 5,000-gallon articulated trailers. Services include water transportation, dust suppression, and vacuum bowser operations. All equipment meets current safety standards for both industrial and agricultural liquid handling requirements.
Haulage
We operate a comprehensive haulage fleet including 7.5-ton flatbeds, hiab lorries with 6-10 ton lift capacities, and 44-ton articulators. Our services cover equipment transportation, construction material delivery, and specialist cargo movements across the UK.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
While based in County Durham, we operate nationwide across the UK for all our contracting and plant hire services.
What equipment certifications do your operators hold?
Our workforce maintains current PTS, BESC, CSCS, and CPCS certifications, with regular medical assessments and asbestos awareness training.
Can you handle urgent projects?
Our Kynren project experience demonstrates our capability to deliver complex contracts under tight deadlines with 24/7 operations when required.
What specialist machinery do you have available?
We maintain LGP vehicles, excavator mulchers, telescopic hedge cutters, tracked dumpers, hydro-seeding equipment, and stone crushers for diverse project needs.
How do you ensure project quality?
With over 40 years' experience, we combine proven methodologies with modern equipment and certified personnel to deliver consistent, high-standard results.
