# CA16686 - RFQ 2025/28 - Prune and shape the yew hedge at the Peace Maze in Castlewellan Forest Park - Retender

> Contract award record from UK public-sector procurement sources.

## Key facts

- Public buyer: [Newry, Mourne and Down District Council \(NMD\)](/buyers/newry-mourne-and-down-district-council-nmd/contract-awards)
- Contract winner: A1 TREE SERVICES LIMITED
- Award value: £18,000
- Award date: 6 January 2026
- Published: 6 January 2026
- Contract start: 6 January 2026
- Contract end: 28 March 2026
- Stage: awarded
- Procurement category: services
- Notice ID: 8a7b9184-4ab8-43da-a257-fc64e9ae96ab-878057
- OCID: ocds-b5fd17-98d8c8d0-1807-457a-b96f-87e0f442ea9e

## Description

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council operates Castlewellan Forest Park\. A key Visitor attraction within the park is the Peace Maze, constructed from 6000 yew trees at a total approximate length of 3\.5km\. The yew hedge requires annual pruning, shaping and weed removal\. The Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake this task\. 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the opening of the Peace Maze and a number of celebratory events are planned\. It is therefore vital that the yew hedge is well presented and that weeds / invasives are removed / treated in a manner that offers long-term results\. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers\.multiquote\.com and view the opportunity CA16686\. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers\.multiquote\.com then register and quote CA16686 as the reason for registration\. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230\.

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## Source

[View the original notice on Contracts Finder](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a7b9184-4ab8-43da-a257-fc64e9ae96ab-878057)