Grass cutting in urban areas

We cut verges, roundabouts and trafic islands in built-up areas (urban areas). Depending on individual council policy, we will cut grass in urban areas up to five times a year.

Grass cutting in rural areas

In rural areas grass is normally cut twice a year, sometimes more if the length of grass could affect road safety. To maintain the balance between pedestrian and driver safety and protecting the environment.

Roadside verges provide a habitat for many rare species, which need to be protected. Any area identified will be marked out for special maintenance. We will not cut these areas between 1 March – 31 August.

It is important to cut verges in rural areas regularly to:

• maintain visibility, particularly at junctions
• prevent grass overhanging roads and pavements
• stop road signs being covered
• provide a strip of verge for pedestrians to walk on
• reduce the chance of shrubs such as brambles taking hold.

Below, coppice management