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Umbrella Tree

The East Cowes Umbrella Tree was planted over 100 years ago by Queen Victoria’s roads manager.

In January 2018, the Isle of Wight council (via Island Roads) said they would be removing the tree and replacing it with a 3ft Birch tree as the Umbrella Tree was infected with fungus and dangerous.

A campaign was launched to save the iconic tree as mentioned in articles below.

21, June 2018·1 min read

Fate of Umbrella Tree being discussed at tonight’s town council

Residents fighting to save the iconic Umbrella Tree from destruction are urged to attend tonight's East Cowes Town Council meeting.

28, May 2018·1 min read

Umbrella Tree receives support from Clarence House

As well as support from the likes of Dame Judi Dench and Chris Packham, the Umbrella Tree in East Cowes now has the support of Clarence House after campaigners wrote to the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall.

8, May 2018·1 min read

East Cowes Umbrella Tree still under discussion

Island Roads wanted to remove the tree which was planted by Queen Victoria’s road manager, but after opposition from Islanders, celebrities and locals, alternative options are being pursued.

10, April 2018·2 min read

Future of the East Cowes Umbrella Tree: Update from local councillor

The ward councillor for East Cowes says he feels optimistic and impressed with the passion and determination shown by residents. He shares this latest update on the future of the iconic Umbrella Tree.

7, February 2018·1 min read

Council say ‘no objection’ to removal of Umbrella Tree

The Isle of Wight council say that although they have no objection to the request to remove the tree, options are being considered and investigated further with Island Roads that may prevent the immediate removal of the tree.

29, January 2018·1 min read

Umbrella Tree: Independent survey reveals true state of tree

The independent survey of the Umbrella Tree is now available and given the council's previous rush to destroy the tree, the results are very interesting.

23, January 2018·1 min read

Council finally breaks their silence over Umbrella Tree

People power in action. Without the support of the Isle of Wight community and high profile people such as Chris Packham, the Umbrella Tree would have been destroyed by the end of the week.

23, January 2018·1 min read

Silence from Isle of Wight council as Chris Packham joins campaign to save Umbrella Tree

Chris Gutteridge says that several tree surgeons have inspected the tree and say it can be saved, but the Isle of Wight council appear to still be intent on destroying it. Chris Packham has now joined the campaign to save the iconic Umbrella Tree.

19, January 2018·1 min read

Councillor’s urgent plea to save iconic Umbrella Tree

The Isle of Wight councillor for East Cowes, Karl Love, is calling on residents to show their support for the iconic tree, which is due to be removed by the end of next week.

10, January 2018·2 min read

Letter: Save the iconic Umbrella Tree from destruction

The great grandson of Queen Victoria's road manager, who planted the Umbrella Tree in East Cowes, is calling for it to be saved. There are plans to chop it down and replace it due to fungus.

2, September 2014·1 min read

100 year old Umbrella Tree brings community together in East Cowes

It's great to see community spirit is alive and well in East Cowes as the 100th anniversary of the Umbrella Tree is celebrated.

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