There are things you need to know about what you can (and should) do.
Can I trim my neighbour's overhanging tree branches? 4 experts all give same answer
There are things you need to know about what you can (and should) do.
Lifestyle
Steffan Rhys Deputy Content Hub Director
08:11, 25 May 2026
There are strict rules around cutting back a neighbour's branches even if they do encroach on your garden but failure to do so…
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