When should Brits stop mowing their lawns?

According to the garden expert, the end of October and/or the beginning of November is the best time for Brits to complete their final lawn mow before winter.

What is the Met Office predicting for the upcoming UK winter?

The Met Office is forecasting a cold and rough winter ahead for the UK, following a blistering summer of heatwaves that many households have been recovering from.

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Brits Brace for Harsh Winter: Lawn Care Experts Reveal Best Time to Stop Mowing

Q: Why is mowing the lawn in winter not recommended?

Mowing during the winter months can damage the grass, as the frost that forms on the blades can make them brittle and prone to snapping. Additionally, cutting the grass too short reduces its ability to photosynthesize, further weakening the lawn.

18 Oct, 2025

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Summary

Experts advise Brits to stop mowing lawns by late October/early November
Mowing in winter can damage grass due to frost and reduced photosynthesis
Met Office predicts a cold, rough winter ahead after a blistering summer

Brits Brace for Harsh Winter: Lawn Care Experts Reveal Best Time to Stop Mowing

With the Met Office predicting a cold and rough winter ahead, British homeowners are scrambling to prepare their lawns for the harsher conditions. A garden expert has now revealed the best time for Brits to stop mowing their lawns before winter arrives.

According to the expert, the ideal window to complete the last lawn mow is the end of October and/or the beginning of November, giving gardeners about three weeks to get this task done. Mowing during the winter months is not recommended, as the frost that forms on grass blades can make them brittle and prone to snapping. Additionally, cutting the grass too short reduces its ability to photosynthesize, further weakening the lawn.