Nominated by local resident, Helen, who beautifully writes:
“St. Edmund's Oak stands proud in the grounds of St Mary's Church Calne.
Its is best appreciated by viewing from the path by the Proclamation Steps in Mill Street.
How many people have witnessed this beautiful Oak tree changing with the seasons. From its bright green spring cloak or fully adorned in summer. Autumnal hues give way to snow covered boughs in winter.
How much wildlife has it protected over the years? I often see squirrels playing hide and seek on its branches or gathering acorns for winter forage. Hedgehogs scurrying around collecting autumn leaves for hibernation nests in winter. Oak trees provide a safe harbour for many creatures with its protective canopy
Oak trees can live for over a thousand years. I sincerely hope it survives for many years to come. To continue to inspire future generations to all who can appreciate its magnificence.”
This is the fourth year of the competition - one we are proud to have partnered with Calne in Bloom to deliver. Thanks to Calne in Bloom for making this competition possible.
