Summer gardening rule lifted for households in England after six months

NewsMidlands NewsGardeningNow September is here, the restrictions have been eased08:05, 01 Sep 2026Summer gardening rule lifted for households in UK after 6 monthsA summer hedge cutting rule has FINALLY been lifted. Under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, cutting or trimming certain agricultural hedgerows is prohibited between March 1 and August 31 to protect nesting birds.‌Now September is here, the restrictions have been eased. Luke Dejahang, gardening expert and CEO of Crown Pavilions, told The Sun: “This could potentially affect the average homeowner, especially if they are unaware of the regulations and unintentionally breach them.”‌The nesting season typically runs from March to August, with the peak period between March and July. Hedgerows are an important part of our country’s