Acoustic and Environmental Barriers

Lowther Forestry Group provides a broad range of reflective and absorptive acoustic fencing solutions and environmental barriers to meet the needs of your project. From initial design scope through supply, installation and handover, our team manages every stage of the process to ensure seamless delivery and full compliance with relevant standards.

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What We Deliver

Our acoustic and environmental barrier installations address noise from highways, industrial facilities, construction activity and commercial operations. We work with both reflective and absorptive barrier systems, selecting the appropriate specification for the noise source, site conditions and required attenuation levels.

We prioritise home-grown sustainable timber, durability, low maintenance and visual integration with the surrounding environment, ensuring effective noise control without compromising on presentation.

Our experienced project managers and installation teams tailor solutions to site-specific requirements, delivering on programme and to specification.

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NHSS 2A and 2C
Accredited

Accredited for the supply, installation and repair of fencing on the strategic road network. ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 certified across the business.
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Same Team, Tender
to Delivery

The team that prices and plans your project is the same team that delivers it on site. This continuity reduces risk, improves communication and keeps programmes on track.
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Engineered for
High-Security Sites

Bespoke concrete formwork and foundations, advanced ducting for services, and integrated electrification for energy and infrastructure perimeters. Built and finished in-house.

A National Fencing Contractor Built on Long Relationships

Most of our fencing work comes through repeat relationships with main contractors, energy companies and public bodies. The same contracts managers tend to stay with those clients, so scope, standards and site knowledge carry over between projects. The quality of our concrete finishes and the security specification of our perimeter installations are well established with clients in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Trusted By Main Contractors, Utilities and Public Bodies

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FENCING AND BARRIER SYSTEMS

Walney Extension Offshore Wind Farm

Lowther were appointed by Amey Utility Services Ltd to design and install the perimeter and internal security fencing package for the onshore substation serving the Walney Extension offshore wind farm near Heysham in Lancashire. Overview…

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Testimonials

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Great service for firewood - good quality logs.

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Jim White

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Top class people to deal with. Tash in head office is great. Contracts manager Tom is a great lad. Done a lot of business with them over the years, always first class.

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Nationally recognised accreditations

We hold NHSS 2A and 2C for fencing, and NHSS 18A, 18B and 18C for landscaping and arboriculture. ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 are certified across the business.

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Five Offices Across the UK

Our regional offices sit in Penrith (Cumbria, head office), Castleford (Yorkshire and the North East), Runcorn (North West), Milton Keynes (South and East) and the West Midlands. Fencing teams are deployed from the office closest to your site, with contracts managers who know the local supply chain and ground conditions.

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Common Questions About Acoustic Barriers

What types of acoustic barriers do you install?
We install a range of acoustic fencing and environmental barrier systems, including both timber and composite options. Each installation is specified to suit the noise source, site conditions and required level of attenuation.
What is the difference between reflective and absorptive barriers?
Reflective barriers deflect sound energy away from the protected area, while absorptive barriers reduce noise by absorbing sound within the barrier material. The appropriate type depends on the noise source, site layout and the level of noise reduction required. We advise on the most effective solution for each project.
Do you work on highway noise reduction schemes?
Yes. We have extensive experience delivering acoustic barrier installations on the strategic road network. We hold NHSS 2A and 2C accreditation for fencing and barrier work on highways, and we work closely with principal contractors and local authorities on these projects.
What materials do you use for acoustic barriers?
We prioritise home-grown sustainable timber wherever possible, alongside composite and engineered materials where the specification requires it. Material selection is based on acoustic performance, durability, maintenance requirements and visual integration with the surrounding environment.
Can you handle large-scale barrier installations?
Yes. We have the project management capability, workforce and plant to deliver large-scale acoustic barrier programmes. Our team manages projects from initial design scope through to installation and handover, with offices across England providing regional coverage.