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Looking for a chainsaw course that is easy to reach from across Lancashire and the North West? Great Oaks Tree Services & Training Academy delivers expert-led chainsaw and forestry training from its dedicated centre near Preston, giving you practical, NPTC recognised qualifications in a real working environment.
Whether you work in arboriculture, grounds maintenance, construction or are just starting your career, our Preston location keeps high quality training within easy reach.
Chainsaw Courses in Preston
Great Oaks is based in Kirkham, near Preston, and provides NPTC chainsaw courses and forestry training to learners who travel in from across the region.
At our Preston training centre you can:
All courses are delivered by experienced instructors who combine years of hands on industry work with extensive teaching and assessment experience, so you learn the right habits from day one.
Because all of our chainsaw and forestry courses run from our Preston area training centre, it is straightforward to attend from most parts of Lancashire and the wider North West.
We regularly welcome trainees travelling from locations such as:
Good road links and public transport connections make it practical to commute daily, which keeps travel and accommodation costs down for both individuals and employers.
If you are searching online for “chainsaw courses near me” anywhere in Lancashire or the North West, there is a good chance Preston will be one of your most convenient training locations.
When you book a chainsaw course with Great Oaks, you are choosing a specialist training provider that is focused on safe, competent tree work and forestry operations. Key benefits include:
Train towards City & Guilds NPTC qualifications that employers and insurers understand, covering maintenance, cross cutting, small tree felling and more.
Courses are designed and delivered by experienced arborists and trainers, with independent assessment arranged so that your skills are properly verified.
Learn in environments that mirror actual work, including woodland plots and practical felling areas, not just classroom demonstrations.
Candidate numbers are kept sensible, which means more time on the saw, clearer feedback and better preparation for assessment.
Choose from individual units, combined ground-based chainsaw operator courses and one-to-one training that can accelerate learning for the right candidates.
Many courses are backed up with pre-course guidance, workbooks and e-learning resources that help you prepare in advance and consolidate what you have learned.
From foundation units to advanced aerial work, you can complete a wide range of chainsaw and related qualifications at our Preston training location.
Our Preston location attracts a wide mix of learners, from complete beginners to experienced operators who need refresher training or additional units.
Typical course participants include:
Every learner receives clear joining instructions, safety guidance and support throughout the booking and assessment process.
When you book a chainsaw course at our Preston training centre you can expect:
You will need to bring suitable PPE such as chainsaw protective trousers, chainsaw boots, helmet with visor and hearing protection, task appropriate gloves and weather suitable clothing. Where possible we encourage you to train on your own saw, so that maintenance and setup skills transfer directly to your regular machine.
If you are ready to train, get in touch and we will help you choose the right course dates and units at our Preston training location. Tell us where you are travelling from, which chainsaw work you carry out now and what you want to do next. The team will talk you through your options and next available dates, so you can get your chainsaw ticket booked and start building your skills with Great Oaks.
Chainsaw Course Enquiries
Phone: 01772 369694
Email: training@greatoakstreeservices.co.uk
Careers
Climbing, grounds maintenance and utility work.Climbing, grounds and utility work.
Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor.
Last minuteAvailability
Starts Monday 19 October 2026
3 days plus 1 for assessment
£9671 place
Entry requirements: Ground Based Chainsaw Operator and Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue
Book this date, Using a Chainsaw from a Rope and HarnessOr call the training office on 01772 369694
