supporting people in

addiction recovery

A social enterprise enabling recovering addicts to gain traction in the workplace through hard work and horticulture.

New Roots Garden Services is a social enterprise supporting people who are in addiction recovery, providing gardening services to local businesses, community organisations and the general public.

We are based in Alton on the Surrey/Hampshire border.


Our services include:


  • Hedge cutting (up to 5m)
  • Shrub and tree pruning 
  • Lawn mowing
  • Strimming
  • Plant, flower and shrub care. Planting, transplanting, weeding 
  • Leaf blowing and clearance
  • Log cutting
  • Garden clearance
  • Wooden built compost bins for sale
  • Log storage sheds for sale
  • Seasoned logs for sale
  • Regular green waste collections


For a more information on the work we offer or a job quote, please contact us on:


Email: chris@newrootsgardenservices.co.uk

Mobile: Chris 07900 826630


New Roots was created to support people in addiction recovery

Volunteers can enhance their recovery with work experience, life skills, community inclusion and the many health benefits from working outdoors.


The therapeutic value of working outdoors in gardens is well established. Having a regular routine, gaining new skills and experiencing job satisfaction are all contributing factors for a successful and continuous recovery journey.


We have noticed our volunteers grow in confidence, improve their general well being and develop better friends and family relationships. 


A written work experience reference will be given to volunteers for future employment or personal identity needs.


New Roots is currently seeking volunteers who want to experience gardening, in a supported, safe environment. 

For more details contact us at: 


chris@newrootsgardenservices.co.uk

Chris 07900 826630


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    “You don’t get over an addiction by stopping using. You recover by creating a new life where it is easier to not use. If you don’t create a new life, then all the factors that brought you to your addiction will catch up with you again.”


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Our mission statement:

A social enterprise enabling recovering addicts to gain traction in the workplace through hard work and horticulture.

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Our team consists of landscape gardeners, counsellors, and training professionals.

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