Category Archives: Ancient trees

Ancient Suffolk Oaks

Posted on April 26, 2013 by

Our guest blogger today is Paul Dixon, a photographer who, along with his other work, uses his images to raise awareness of humanitarian and environmental issues… “I’m not usually one for blogging, however when I was invited to write a … Continue reading →

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Condolences for Wales’ National Tree

Posted on April 18, 2013 by

You could say that the Pontfadog Oak, which has catastrophically collapsed and died, deserved the title of Wales’ National Tree. A more historic tree would be hard to find. The Welsh Prince Owain Gwynedd rallied his army under this tree … Continue reading →

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Earth Day – Sing for the Trees

Posted on April 16, 2013 by

Our latest guest blog comes from the lady that is inspiring thousands of people across the world to unite their voices in song for the trees that bring so much life to our world. Susan Hale tells you how to … Continue reading →

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Caring for God’s trees

Posted on March 25, 2013 by

Ancient yews, of which there are many in Wales, are often associated with ancient, pre-Christian burial grounds. They hold a particular fascination as a legacy from distant ancestors. Recently Ancient Tree Hunt volunteer verifier, Rob McBride, called by Pennant Melangell, … Continue reading →

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Pining for a national tree?

Posted on March 6, 2013 by

Canada has its maple, England, Wales and Ireland have their oaks, and each of the States and Territories that form the United States of America have their own tree too, ranging from the towering Sequioa of California to the aptly … Continue reading →

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Hunting for a venerable ash tree - results

Posted on February 28, 2013 by

Reblogged from The New Sylva: In December we announced that we were hunting for a venerable ash to feature as the frontispiece for The New Sylva – read more. We’ve been overcome by the number of fantastic ash trees submitted … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Tree Love

Posted on February 14, 2013 by

Thank you so much to everyone who has sent in beautiful images and inspiring poems for Tree Love Week! As it is Valentine’s Day I thought I would share with you a beautiful story of true love sent in by … Continue reading →

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BBC WinterWatch – woodland

Posted on January 16, 2013 by

The BBC’s AutumnWatch and SpringWatch have been hugely popular. Now the team braves the cold and ice to bring you WinterWatch. This season is probably the toughest for wildlife, with freezing temperatures and food shortages making survival a constant struggle. Among … Continue reading →

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HS2 – A View from the Woods

Posted on January 7, 2013 by

The first phase of HS2 (London to Birmingham) will cause direct loss to 21 ancient woodlands, South Cubbington Woods is one of those woods.The local community have shared just how special their wood is by making this video highlighting the … Continue reading →

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Shocking declines in large old trees worldwide

Posted on December 29, 2012 by

Research from Spain and Sweden in Europe, Brazil, Australia, California and many other parts of the world, provides grim evidence of massive declines of some of the largest organisms on earth – old trees (Lindenmayer et all, Science vol 338 … Continue reading →

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