VETERAN TREES IN WOKINGHAM

Veteran trees are an irreplaceable part of the landscape and biological heritage of Britain. They are of international importance because Britain is host to many more ancient and veteran trees than any other Northern European country.

Many of these old trees are to be found in the towns and parishes of Wokingham Borough, including some ancient oaks that grew in the original Windsor Forest. They are living evidence of our rural past and have great value as wildlife habitats. Most local people appreciate their beauty and importance and are concerned about the threats they face, particularly from development.

Wokingham District Veteran Tree Association (WDVTA) was launched in January 2007 to respond to these concerns. It was established to: -

• make sure that veteran and other significant trees in the district of Wokingham are properly identified, protected and managed.
  
• increase public awareness about how important our veteran trees are, both environmentally and historically.

The Association manages the Wokingham District Veteran Tree Survey (WDVTS), runs a programme of talks and visits, and keeps its members informed of events and activities associated with veteran and ancient trees in the locality. It produces two regular publications, the Association Newsletter and Tree Watch. The latest issues can be seen by following the links. All back issues are available on the Yahoo Group website. Other publications include a history of the oriental plane in Wokingham Town and a tree walk around Bearwood Recreation Ground, Winnersh. More are planned.
Association membership is free. You can join by completing a membership form.

For further details contact the WDVTA secretary at:-