About Us

About WGM Ltd: Our Heritage, Our Passion, Your Trusted Partner

For over half a century, WGM Ltd has been the heartbeat of the UK’s garden and groundscare industry. Established in 1971, we have grown from a passionate local enterprise into one of the largest independent garden and groundscare machinery dealers in the United Kingdom. Yet, despite our nationwide scale, our core values remain entirely unchanged. We are a proud, independent, bricks-and-mortar business driven by real people, built on real relationships, and deeply rooted in the communities we serve. When you step through our doors or browse our range online, you are partnering with over 50 years of unrivalled industry expertise. 

Founded on Vision, Driven by Excellence

The story of WGM Ltd began with our co-founders, Robin Nettle and Andrew Hoskings. It was their profound vision, relentless dedication, and love for the trade that laid the foundations of the business back in 1971.

Today, Robin and Andrew’s original vision and dedication continue to inspire us every single day. Their spirit of excellence, commitment to customer care, and genuine passion for the industry are permanently woven into the fabric of everything WGM Ltd does. We don't just sell and service machinery; we carry forward a legacy of quality that has been nurtured for over five decades.

Our Mission, Vision & Values

To understand WGM Ltd today is to understand the core principles that guide every decision we make, from the showroom floor to our busy workshops: 

• Our Mission: To deliver top-tier garden and groundscare machinery backed by unparalleled, expert service. We strive to empower our domestic, commercial, and groundscare customers by providing the right tools for the job, meticulously prepared and supported for life by real, local professionals.
• Our Vision: To remain the UK’s most trusted, forward-thinking independent machinery dealer. We look to continuously bridge the gap between world-class manufacturers and our local communities, setting the national benchmark for aftermarket support, workshop safety, and operational excellence.
• Our Core Values: Integrity: We believe in upfront, honest advice and transparent business practices. We only recommend the machinery that is truly right for your needs. Accountability: As a traditional bricks-and-mortar business, we stand by what we sell. If you ever have a problem, you know exactly where to find us. Excellence: From the precision of our manufacturer-trained mechanics to the cleanliness of our branches, we chase the highest possible standards in everything we do. Community & Partnerships: We value lifelong relationships over quick sales. We view our customers, our staff, and our manufacturers as long-term partners.

Award-Winning Industry Leadership

We have never been a business to rest on our laurels. Our commitment to maintaining the highest standards across our showrooms and workshops has consistently earned us the highest accolades in the industry. WGM Ltd is incredibly proud to be recognized as a multi-award-winning dealership:

• Garden Machinery Dealer of the Year: Winner in 2012 and 2019.
• Forestry Dealer of the Year (Forest and Arb): Our dedicated specialist division, Forest and Arb, achieved an incredible milestone by winning the national Forestry Dealer of the Year title three consecutive years in a row, spanning 2022, 2023, and 2024.

These awards are a testament to the hard work of our manufacturer-trained team and our unwavering promise to deliver an exceptional experience to every single customer, from domestic gardeners to commercial groundscare and forestry contractors.

The Strength of Bricks and Mortar

In an era of faceless online retailers and anonymous box-shifters, WGM Ltd stands firm as a true bricks-and-mortar business. We believe that buying premium machinery requires a premium, human touch.

Our physical branches offer you a space to see, touch, and understand the equipment before you invest. More importantly, it means we are always here when you need us. We don’t hide behind automated email forms or external call centres. Our showrooms and workshops are staffed by real local people who know the equipment inside out, offering face-to-face accountability and expert guidance you can rely on.

Rigorous Safety & Management Standards

Our commitment to excellence extends far beyond the showroom floor and deep into the infrastructure of our business. We operate to the absolute highest industry benchmarks to ensure complete safety and professionalism across all of our branches. From our direct relationships and official backing from the world's leading manufacturers to our strict behind-the-scenes compliance - including regular LOLER lifting safety checks, advanced manufacturer-led workshop training, eco-friendly recycling practices, and continuous workplace first-aid certification, we do things the right way.

When you buy from WGM Ltd, you are choosing a trusted, dedicated, and industry-leading service provider that has the tools, the legal backing, and the integrity to support you and your machinery for its entire lifespan.

Looking to the Future

As we look ahead, we remain entirely dedicated to the principles that Robin and Andrew instilled in us over 50 years ago. We will continue to invest in the latest manufacturer training, expand our eco-friendly business initiatives, and provide the ultimate customer experience.

Thank you for being a part of our journey. Whether you are a lifelong customer or discovering us for the first time, welcome to WGM Ltd - where heritage meets excellence.

 

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