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Date Paul please?

Just wanted to say a few things about Perennial, a charity working on behalf of people who have worked in the Horticultural Industry which includes Arbs. A couple of Arbtalk members spoke to them on my behalf at the Arb show which i am extremely grateful for. Following a conversation on the phone a vey lovely lady came to see myself and my wife at our home. I had no expectations and to be honest had no idea how they would be able to help. In short though the charity has been nothing short of amazing. Their support has been colossal, and during this very traumatic time we do not know what we would have done without them. We were allocated a case worker and she has been dealing with all the funding applications, certain benefits (They know the system inside out and they have staff who are benefits trained) and have generally been on the end of the phone whenever we needed advice or help. I cannot speak highly enough of them and wanted to make fellow members here aware of the charity in case anybody else needs any help following an injury or accident. Secondly they are always looking for businesses to become partners/sponsors so please follow the links to see how you may be able to help support them whether as a sponsor or fundraiser. Thanks for taking the time to read this and as always thanks for all uyour support. regards Sean Perennial http://perennial.org.uk/home/how-you...pany-involved/

I know part of the conference is looking at Ancient and Veteran tree management in the urban environment. Great photos of a wonderful trip. Not jealous in the slightest, just happy for you 😄

This is a must book for any tree lover. Exquisite detailed drawings, timber uses, growth form, sexing, other uses. A very comprehensive and beautiful book. The New Sylva | Bloomsbury

Having just re read Roger Deakin's account of his time spent exploring the Walnut Forests of Kyrgyzstan it spurred me on to find out more about these unique Eco systems. Turns out that Gabriel Hemery, Forester, Author, Tree Photographer and Founder of The Sylva Foundation has visited and written about and photographed this amazing landscape. Have a look at his website. There's much more besides walnuts! Kyrgyzstan walnut fruit forest photos | Gabriel Hemery Threatened walnut forests | Gabriel Hemery

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That looks brilliant. Thanks:001_smile:

Ouch!!

Hi Paul. Am I going mad or is there no date mentioned?

Hi David.... if any of these are suitable then please let me know and i can send you the files in a folder. I have more on my hard drive so will dig them out. These are of various Oaks in Herts and Ashton Court. Also Sweet Chestnut. The bottom one is a corker.

Yep holding up ok. Will post an update soon. Thanks dan:001_smile:

Thats very kind thank you:thumbup:

A few photo's from Ashton Court, Bristol

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A lot of old coaching inns used to plant Walnut Trees as there is a chemical in the leaves that deters flies when rubbed on Horses. These coaching houses then became The Walnut Tree

Interesting stuff David. I have a fair few good examples from early to later stage. I will get some together for you.

Hi Will I wasn't meaning to insinuate that the blame lay at your door. I Myself have had to fell many a tree with out further investigation and it hurt me. Thanks for taking he time to post.

I agree. To remove this tree without any further investigation is not good management IMO. This tree could have had a long and equally a safe life with detailed investigation and management based on the findings.

A real shame.

Fair do's. Only said I heard. Didn't even think about it to be honest.

No worries. Wrong Paul Cleaver on Arbtalk then. If you do see him on your travels though say hi from me anyway

A selection of Natives including fruit and nut Persian Ironwood (Parrotia Persica) Indian Banyan ((Ficus benghalensis)

Will Dodson.....doesn't he work with you?

I heard once that so many Limes were planted in towns and cities for this reason. That the mass of epicormic was perfect grazing for all the horses and livestock coming into markets. Say hello to my old mucker Will.

cool.Worth every penny i'd say.