P-06-1441 Oak tree at the Gate of the Dead, should be given statutory protection by Cadw, as an ancient tree

This petition was submitted by Karl-James Langford FSAScot, having collected 269 signatures.

Text of Petition:

Over a thousand years old this ancient Tree, is now very vulnerable after several trees recently have been targeted by criminals.

The tree holds an important place associated with the Battle of Crogen in 1165. The tree should be placed under the protection of CADW.

Additional Information:

The tree is in a very vulnerable position near Offa's Dyke, in the county of Wrexham near Chirk.

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·       South Wales Central

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