Issue 39 Sept 23 - Journal - Page 97
Ancient oak in the running
for national award
A call has gone out for people to vote for the Grantham Oak to be crowned Tree of the Year in a
contest run by the Woodland Trust.
around this majestic tree to protect its roots from vehicle
damage and ensure its continued health and safety.
It is recognised as one of the most impressive urban trees
in Grantham and situated on the east side of Belton Lane,
is surrounded by a crescent of houses.
“The Grantham Oak is a clear contender for the
Woodland Trust Tree of the Year awards which this year
has an urban theme.
The Grantham Oak is a pedunculate or English Oak quercus robur - and has a girth of 7.02m when measured
at 1.5m above the ground.
“All nominations are ancient trees in urban areas around
the UK, the idea of the contest being to raise awareness
of the value of these Living Legends to people and wildlife
in urban communities.
South Kesteven District Council has long been a
supporter of the tree, and information signs direct visitors
from Wyndham Park and Queen Elizabeth Park after
funding was awarded to the council when the tree
achieved runner-up status in Tree of the Year 2020.
“South Kesteven District Council is an enthusiastic
supporter of our tree population and I’d urge everyone to
follow the web link to vote for our local hero.”
Cllrs Patsy Ellis and Rhys Baker, who share SKDC
Cabinet responsibilities for Environment and Waste, said:
“The Council worked with the Woodland Trust and
campaigners to add a cordon and protective surface
You can vote here:
https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/trees-woods-andwildlife/british-trees/tree-of-the-year
Above, Grantham Oak - credit Julian Hight
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