I think the road should be completely re-routed. This tree tunnel is a
stunning wonder of nature. To be preserved/conserved at all costs.
I havn't seen anything so wonderful in years.
Cheryl
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-----Original Message-----
From: Paul Hawksford [mailto:phawksford2000@xxxxxx.co.uk]
Sent: 25 January 2005 15:35
To: UK Tree Care
Subject: 'Dark Hedges' - Trees Under Threat
Subject:
High Hedges (101 Beech - approx 200yrs old). Trees are subject to a TPO
- April
2004
Site:
Bregagh Road, Stranocum, Co. Antrim, Northern Ireland
Consultants Proposals:
Fell 27 trees due to structural defects. Extensively prune remainder by
reducing end-weight on overhanging branches and removing deadwood (the
consultant has said the remainder are "very large trees with heavy limbs
over the road").
Target: Bregagh Road (currently closed due to the potential risk posed
by the trees!!!!). Target usage - approx 4 cars per hour.
Question: Why????????????????????? What justification for pruning, what
alternatives (target move etc.) and the likely outcome following
extensive pruning (David et al). The attached photograph is on the front
cover of the 'Ireland's Historic Trees' book BTCV publication.
A meeting to discuss the proposals is scheduled for 27th January at
11.00am on site. I'd certainly appreciate your comments by Wed afternoon
if possible.
Thanks...
Paul H.
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