Business Details
15 Years
experience
Professional Landscape Planning Services
Sacha Barnes is a dedicated landscape consultancy with deep roots in Banbury, North Oxfordshire, offering nationwide services through a small, experienced team. Our approach combines over 30 years of expertise in local authority planning and recreation with a passion for environmental stewardship and local distinctiveness. We deliver tailored solutions for landscape planning, arboriculture, and ecological design, working closely with clients to balance development needs with conservation.Our team includes certified professionals with extensive public and private sector experience, supported by a network of specialists. We prioritise measurable environmental benefits, community engagement, and innovative design grounded in local character. With a reputation for prompt delivery and collaborative partnerships, we serve both individual clients and large-scale commercial projects.
Services
Landscape Planning
Arboriculture
Ecology Consultancy
Heritage Restoration
Sports Pitch Design
Carbon Offset Planning
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in landscape architecture and planning.
- Our team includes certified members of the Oxfordshire Landscape Group.
- We prioritise local distinctiveness and environmental sustainability in every project.
- We offer nationwide services with deep regional expertise in Oxfordshire.
- Our collaborative approach ensures tailored solutions for both public and private sectors.
What people say
Excellent local knowledge
Strong environmental focus
Experienced team
Collaborative approach
Services
Landscape Planning
We provide comprehensive landscape planning services including pre-application site analysis, visual impact assessments, and green infrastructure design. Our expertise spans residential, commercial, and agricultural projects, ensuring compliance with planning regulations while enhancing environmental value. With decades of experience in local authority partnerships, we deliver schemes that balance development needs with ecological preservation.
Arboriculture
Our arboricultural services include BS5837-compliant tree surveys, TPO assessments, and on-site supervision during construction. We specialise in urban tree management, woodland conservation, and high hedge dispute resolution. Working with certified arborists, we ensure tree protection plans meet both development requirements and environmental standards across public and private sectors.
Ecology Consultancy
We design ecological mitigation schemes for protected species and create semi-natural habitats in urban and rural settings. Our services include ecological surveys, habitat restoration plans, and indigenous planting schemes. Collaborating with specialist ecologists, we address biodiversity net gain requirements and deliver conservation-focused solutions for new developments and estate management.
Heritage Restoration
Specialising in historic landscape restoration, we combine archival research with on-site surveys to revive period gardens and cultural landscapes. Our work includes heritage orchard establishment, feature restoration, and conservation-compliant planting schemes. We maintain the character of listed landscapes while integrating modern functional requirements for public and private clients.
Sports Pitch Design
We design multi-use sports facilities and play areas with tailored drainage solutions and performance-focused turf management. Our services cover site analysis, soil testing, and maintenance specifications for community parks and professional sports venues. We balance community needs with technical requirements to create durable, accessible recreational spaces.
People
Jeremy Sacha
Director
With over 30 years in landscape architecture, Jeremy leads projects across the UK. His public sector experience includes roles in Glasgow, Somerset, and Oxfordshire. He specialises in landscape planning and arboriculture, maintaining strong local authority relationships while delivering nationwide schemes.
Andrew Barnes
Consultant
A retired consultant with expertise in horticulture and recreation management. Formerly of Andrew Barnes Associates, he contributes arboricultural knowledge from 20+ years of private practice. His legacy includes founding the Oxfordshire Landscape Group partnership.
Miriam Sacha
Office Manager
Managing the business's financial and administrative operations, Miriam ensures compliance with health and safety regulations. Her commercial administration background supports the team's focus on design excellence through robust operational management.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
While based in Banbury, Oxfordshire, we work on projects nationwide, with particular expertise in local authority requirements across the UK.
Do you handle both public and private sector projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience in both sectors, including local authority partnerships, residential developments, and commercial estates.
How do you incorporate environmental considerations?
We prioritise measurable environmental benefits through native planting, carbon offset schemes, and habitat creation aligned with local character.
Can you assist with planning applications?
Yes, we provide full landscape statements, visual impact assessments, and expert witness support for planning submissions and appeals.
What arboricultural services do you offer?
We conduct BS5837 surveys, TPO applications, tree protection plans, and on-site supervision for construction projects requiring tree preservation.
Do you work on heritage sites?
Yes, we specialise in restoring historic landscapes and orchards, combining archival research with conservation-compliant modern interventions.
