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Rob Dalton, chainsaw artist, with his tools ready to create unique wooden sculptures for gardens and events.

Original wood sculptures by Rob Dalton, chainsaw artist based in North Wales.

Every sculpture starts with a conversation. Whether it’s a fallen tree, a family story, or just an idea. If it matters to you, I’ll bring it to life.

ROBERT

DALTON

WELCOME TO MY OFFICIAL WEBSITE

I’m Rob Dalton, a chainsaw artist specialising in original wood sculptures. What began as a way to reconnect with the outdoors has evolved into a full-time creative business, delivering bespoke chainsaw carvings across the UK.

Whether you’re here to take a look or thinking about having something made, you’re in the right place.

Rob Dalton close-up portrait wearing a blue shirt and brown tweed jacket, showing his grey beard and confident expression.
Robert Dalton with his chainsaw

ROBERT

DALTON

Original wood sculptures by Rob Dalton, chainsaw artist based in North Wales.

Every sculpture starts with a conversation. Whether it’s a fallen tree, a family story, or just an idea. If it matters to you, I’ll bring it to life.

Worked with & featured by

In Good Company

BBC Logo working with Rob on original branding for bespoke wood sculptures and chainsaw art.
Hope House children's hospice – charity partner supported by DaltonWood’s wood carving projects.
The Game Fair logo in green uppercase letters, representing the countryside event and lifestyle show.

Worked with & featured by

In Good Company

BBC Logo working with Rob on original branding for bespoke wood sculptures and chainsaw art.
Hope House children's hospice – charity partner supported by DaltonWood’s wood carving projects.
The Game Fair logo in green uppercase letters, representing the countryside event and lifestyle show.

The timber I use comes from local tree surgeons or sawmills, usually trees that were damaged or needed to come down. Each handcrafted wood sculpture is built to last and made with care.

Take your time, and if something stands out, feel free to get in touch.

The timber I use comes from local tree surgeons or sawmills, usually trees that were damaged or needed to come down. Each handcrafted wood sculpture is built to last and made with care.

Take your time, and if something stands out, feel free to get in touch.

FOR BUSINESSES & COMMUNITIES

Hand carved pieces that become landmarks and conversation starters

I’ve carved work for pubs, cafés, garden centres, shops and a few other businesses you might not expect. The pieces are placed outside, where people spot it, stop to look and come over to see what it’s about. In some places the sculpture becomes a local landmark. Something that draws foot traffic and gets people talking.

If you’ve got a spot that could use something a bit different, let’s talk.

One of Rob's sculptures in a north wales village
Hope House Ty Gobaith – children’s hospice supported through DaltonWood charity projects and commissions.

Giving back where it counts

Supporting causes communities and the people behind them

I get asked now and again to carve for charities, local fundraisers or people raising money for something close to home. Sometimes I’ll donate a piece for auction. Other times I’ll carve live at an event to help draw a crowd.

I’ve worked with community groups, schools, care charities and all sorts of causes doing good things. If it feels like the right fit, I’m happy to help out.

If you’re working on something like that, just get in touch.

5 SIMPLE STEPS

Commission process

1. It all starts with a conversation. You get in touch, tell me what you’ve got in mind. Whether it’s a tree that means something, a space you’re trying to fill, or just an idea that won’t go away.

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2. We’ll talk it through properly. I’ll ask a few questions, get a feel for what matters to you. I don’t do sketches. I prefer to listen, study, and let the piece take shape once I understand what you’re after.

3. Then I’ll get to work. Everything’s carved by hand with a chainsaw, either here in the workshop or on-site if it’s a stump that’s staying where it is.

4. I’ll keep you updated with pictures along the way, and once it’s finished, I’ll get it to you safely.

5. I deliver across the UK using a courier who knows how to handle sculptures, so you can be sure it’ll arrive in one piece.

KIND WORDS FROM ACROSS THE UK

What people are saying

"Highly recommend Rob. I wanted an Eagle for the garden for our wedding anniversary. Something special that we can appreciate every day. So pleased with him. Thank you Rob."

Melissa Kate

Custom dog wood sculpture by DaltonWood – a detailed and lifelike piece hand-carved from timber.

“Rob carved a sculpture of our late border collie, and it’s perfect. He captured the little details we loved, and now she sits proudly in the porch.”

Hannah Beaman

Close-up of handcrafted wooden sculpture created by chainsaw artist Rob Dalton of DaltonWood

“Rob turned a fallen village tree into a beautiful bench that honours its story. It’s a thoughtful, sentimental piece that means the world to us. 100% recommend Rob for beautifully carved, wooden sculptures.”

Keating Young

Rob Dalton chainsaw carving a wooden sculpture in his workshop, surrounded by wood carving tools

"Husband ordered a wood carving from Rob after seeing his stall at Mold Market, we were kept up to date with when it would be ready and it now has pride of place in the garden, would definitely recommend"

Sandra Powell

Unique wooden sculpture by Rob Dalton displayed outdoors, showcasing garden sculptures by DaltonWood

"I have a couple of pieces from Rob Dalton the workmanship is incredible I find his work up to the highest standard, thanks Rob."

William Baker

Finished fox sculpture in garden setting, part of DaltonWood’s bespoke wooden sculptures collection

“Rob carved a wood spirit for our garden and it blew us away. The detail and craftsmanship are outstanding, it’s a proper masterpiece.”

Mark Ollerenshaw

Rob Dalton with a detailed wood carving of a historical figure, standing with a client – handcrafted garden sculpture by chai
Robert Dalton Chainsaw Artist from North Wales

WHERE THE WORK TAKES SHAPE

Every piece is carved by hand in my North Wales workshop, or on-site if the tree’s staying put. I travel all over the UK to carve at events, in people’s gardens, and for businesses. If it’s a commission, I’ll make sure it’s packed properly and delivered safely, wherever it needs to go.

Chainsaw artist Rob Dalton carving timber with precision – wood carving in action for garden sculptures and commissions.

WHERE THE WORK TAKES SHAPE

Every piece is carved by hand in my North Wales workshop, or on-site if the tree’s staying put. I travel all over the UK to carve at events, in people’s gardens, and for businesses. If it’s a commission, I’ll make sure it’s packed properly and delivered safely, wherever it needs to go.

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