About Hamish Crook
Discover the expertise and dedication behind Barrow and Spade, where professional gardening meets exceptional service.
Hamish Crook
Hamish Crook is a seasoned professional in Turf Management and Landscaping with over two decades of hands-on experience. His journey began with a deep-rooted passion for creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces. Hamish holds advanced qualifications in both fields, ensuring that every project is executed with precision and care. His commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction has made Barrow and Spade a trusted name in the City of Bayside and City of Kingston municipalities.
Professional Experience
1998– 2002
Lead Turf Manager
Riversdale Golf Course
Specialized in turf management, ensuring the health and aesthetics of Riversdale Private Golf Club.
2002 – 2006
Franchise Owner
Jim’s Mowing – Mentone
Ran a successful franchise business doing lawn mowing, garden projects and routine maintenance tasks.
2006 – Present
Owner & Operator
Barrow and Spade
Founded Barrow and Spade, providing bespoke gardening and lawn maintenance services with a focus on professionalism, politeness, and tidiness.
Our Core Values
What Sets Us Apart
At Barrow and Spade, we pride ourselves on three core values that define our approach to gardening and lawn care: professionalism, politeness, and tidiness. These values are not just words to us; they are the foundation of our business and the reason we have earned the trust and loyalty of our clients.
Professionalism is at the heart of everything we do. With over 20 years of experience and qualifications in Turf Management and Landscaping, Hamish Crook leads our team with a commitment to excellence. We approach each project with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that every job is completed to the highest standard.
Commitment to Excellence
Our Services
Bespoke Gardening and Lawn Maintenance
Lawn Mowing
Regular lawn mowing to keep your grass healthy, lush, and perfectly manicured.
Pruning
Expert pruning services to maintain the health and appearance of your trees and shrubs.
Hedging
Precision hedging to shape and define your garden’s borders with clean lines.
Garden Clean-Ups
Comprehensive garden clean-ups to remove debris, leaves, and overgrowth, leaving your garden spotless.
Weeding
Effective weeding services to keep your garden beds free of unwanted plants.
Planting
Professional planting services to introduce new plants and flowers, enhancing the beauty of your garden.
What Our Clients Say
Barrow and Spade transformed our garden into a beautiful oasis. Hamish’s attention to detail and professionalism are unmatched. Highly recommend!
Jane Smithson
Homeowner
We have been using Barrow and Spade for our lawn maintenance for years. Hamish is always polite, punctual, and leaves our garden looking immaculate.
Lindsay St Leon
Resident of Bayside
Hamish and his team do an amazing job with our elderly clients’ gardens. They are thorough, efficient, and leave everything tidy. We couldn’t be happier.
Emily Johnson
Local Business Owner
