In the complex landscape of UK infrastructure, the term “family-run” is often associated with “small scale”. However, for a third-generation commercial fencing and gate specialist, ‘heritage’ to New Forest Fencing and our long-standing clients is a mark of professional maturity and technical reliability. For our Principal Contractors and direct clients, our 60-year history provides a level of risk litigation that corporate competitors struggle to match.
The advantage lies in specialised accountability. While national consolidators often rely on layers of sub-contracted management, a third-generation specialist such as ourselves, provides direct director-level oversight and accountability, and a deep-rooted technical mastery of automated gate safety. By choosing New Forest Fencing, you gain the Construction Line Gold infrastructure required for Tier 1 sites, combined with the personal commitment to quality that ensures your project is delivered on-spec and without the bureaucratic delays of a faceless organisation.
Read on to find out why working with a third-generation specialist is the ultimate ‘secret weapon’ for your next project.
In the high-stakes world of Tier 1 contracting, direct line of communication is vital. In massive corporate structures, accountability can often get lost in a sea of departments. When you partner with us, that layer of separation vanishes.
We care deeply about every project because our name is on the gate. If a challenge arises on-site, you don’t have to wait for a regional manager to consult a board of directors; you have a direct line to the decision-makers. We are personally invested in delivering the best possible service because we are building a legacy, not just hitting a quarterly target. So whether your project is assigned to our owners Dan or Jack, or Commercial Manager Dean, you’re working directly with the Directors and Owners of the business, meaning you’ll always get an answer straight away.
In Tier 1 environments, a sub-contractor is only as good as their RAMS and safety record. We treat the health and safety of our team – and yours – with the gravity it deserves. When it comes to compliant, heritage doesn’t mean “old fashioned”; we’ve evolved alongside the industry’s most stringent standards. We’re proud to be:
Gate Safe Accredited: We ensure all automated electric gates are legally compliant and force-tested to the highest standards.
Constructionline Gold & SMAS Worksafe: These certifications verify our high level of environmental management, quality management, and financial pre-qualification.
Proven RAMS: Our safety protocols are refined by decades of on-site experience, ensuring we integrate seamlessly with your site’s safety culture.
Having successfully navigated the economic shifts of three generations, our financial stability is a badge of honour. We aren’t interested in “burn and turn” projects; we are built for the long haul. This stability allows us to invest in the best equipment and maintain a consistent, highly-skilled workforce.
Putting Stability into Practice: The BAT Research & Innovation Campus
Our ability to self-fund and manage complex supply chains means we can move faster than most. A prime example of this was our recent work for the Research and Innovation campus of British American Tobacco. Because we have the infrastructure and in-house expertise in place, we were able to manufacture and install bespoke, premium hardwood perimeter panelling around the entire campus from start to finish in just 3.5 weeks
This project highlights exactly why heritage matters: we have the “long-term knowledge” to source specialist materials quickly and the financial “muscle” to deploy the right team to get it done without the usual sub-contractor delays.
There’s no substitute for time. Over the decades, we have seen how different materials react to coastal winds, how various ground conditions impact the lifespan of a fence line, and how gate automation technology has transitioned from simple motors to complex integrated systems.
Furthermore, our long-term knowledge is an invaluable asset during the pre-construction phase. We will advise and consult with you to make sure you’re getting the most suited materials and specifications for your job, and because we’ve seen how materials perform over 30-year lifespans, we’ll provide you with value-engineering options that save costs without compromising on security or durability.
By combining the technical rigour required for major projects with the personal passion and accountability of a well-established and trusted family business, we provide a safe pair of hands for your perimeter requirements. Whether it’s high-security fencing for aviation or bespoke electric gates for property developments, we deliver quality, efficiency and precision as standard.
Get in touch with Dean or Dan at New Forest Fencing to discuss your next project:
Dean@newforestfencing.co.uk or call us direct on 02380 733442
