Greensleeves Harrogate

Tim Barber took over the Harrogate Greensleeves Franchise in 2005 and has subsequently grown the business into the leading lawn care service provider in Harrogate. The franchise has prospered thanks to the desire of Tim and his team to deliver quality lawn care to the residents in the area. His team of lawn care managers consists of locally based, friendly and reliable people who are all NPTC qualified.

Q&A with Tim Barber of Greensleeves Harrogate

How long have you been with Greensleeves?

“16 years now.”

Tell us a little bit about what you do…

My day to day is broken up between providing the services, managing the team and running the office.”

Who else is on your team?

“There is Darren an ex-accountant and Lee an ex-firefighter.”

What’s the most unusual obstacle you’ve had to overcome i.e. steepest/biggest/roughest lawn?

“Once treated a 2-acre lawn on a slope”

Are you a dog or a cat person? (Or anything else)

“Dog.”

What’s the best thing about your job?

“Getting to be outside!”

Why did you choose to specialise in lawns?

“The opportunity presented itself out of the blue.”

Which season do you most prefer to work during?

“Spring.”

What do you like to listen to in your van?

“Podcasts mostly, or news and sport.”

What’s your favourite post-work snack or lunch item?

“Pork pie.”

Are you a tea or coffee person? Or something else entirely?!

“Neither – water all day long!”

If people would like to speak to you, what are the best ways to get in touch?

“Telephone or email.”

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The areas we cover are:

Harrogate