Living with trees
Trees or hedges blocking light
We only carry out tree works for trees blocking light in exceptional circumstances.
A property will not usually benefit from a "right to light" as trees will naturally create shade at certain times of the day.
Under the Prescriptions Act 1832, a person can only benefit from a "right to light" if they have enjoyed light in their property for 20 years before the obstruction appeared.
This normally only applies to buildings / structures that block light directly and not trees.
For more information see, GOV.UK: Rights to light.
For advice about high hedges see, GOV.UK: High hedges.