Tree Cross, South Tawton, Devon UK
N 50° 44.040 W 003° 54.603
30U E 435778 N 5620640
A historic tree in South Tawton.
Waymark Code: WM3NPV
Location: South West England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 04/26/2008
Views: 21
A tree has grown in the centre of the village since the time of Elizabeth I and the tradition is continued today. The present oak replaced a diseased elm in 1984.
There are two plaques on this tree.
The first one says:
'The Cross Tree,
A tree has stood here since Elizabeth I, the wall and seat were rebuilt to commemorate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953.'
The second one says
'An oak tree was planted here by South Tawton Parish Council in 1984.'
Historic Event:
A tree has stood here since Elizabeth I, the wall and seat were rebuilt to commemorate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953.'
Year: Present tree planted in 1984
Species: Oak
Approximate Age: 24
Location: South Tawton, Okehampton, Devon UK
Website: Not listed
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