Yew stem for sale in Essex

[Andy Collins]

Looking at the dead leaf litter beneath the tree, I wouldn't say that's a main thoroughfare, and it appears only the flags nearest the the stem have raised? I'm in the same camp as the others on this, that tree should ideally be protected. I also understand that if you don't fell it, they'll just get in someone else anyway, but I'd at least give them some different options, ie extending the circle around the stem, move the people back from the tree. I don't think it's really H&S grounds, I think it's just an excuse to get shot of it, too many leaves, squishy fruits, makes the house dark....whatever.

[Hodge]

Tell us the address and I will do a stealth call to the local TO and get a TPO slapped on, its a shame to fell such an old tree if there is no genuine reason to do so.

 

 

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[Mike Dempsey]

I would actually be surprised that such a magnificent specimen of a yew didn't already have a tpo on it. If it doesn't, it certainly should have one.

[geoff]

I think I know that tree, in the grounds of a thatched cottage if I'm right.

[andrew t]

Seems a tremendous shame to fell that. What is the reason for opting to remove it? Can it be saved? I say this as a sawmiller with a vested interest in stems like that, but I'd put that tree at over 300 years old and I just don't think that we should be felling such examples unless there is a very good reason.

I totally agree but I could not talk him out of it .

[Big J]

I totally agree but I could not talk him out of it .

 

Give me his number - I'll have a go!

 

Seriously though, surely it is subject to a TPO?

[andrew t]

I think I know that tree, in the grounds of a thatched cottage if I'm right.

HI geoff it is on the grounds of a cottage

[geoff]

I totally agree but I could not talk him out of it .

 

I bet the LA tree officer can, let them know.

[andrew t]

None of the reasons above are anything to do with why the client wants it taken down . I will be talking to the council about this tree tomorrow see if there is anything I can do if not Im afraid I will have to go ahead with the work it is a great shame

[geoff]

Yes I know the tree well, it would be a great shame if it were to go,but the owner has been after removal for quite a while.