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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.

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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