Queen Elizabeth Oak, Ancient oak tree in Cowdray Park, England
Queen Elizabeth Oak is a sessile oak in Cowdray Park near Lodsworth, distinguished by its trunk girth of approximately 13 meters. It grows on the grounds of South Downs National Park and forms a striking focal point in the rolling landscape of West Sussex.
The tree likely originated in the 11th or 12th century and gained recognition through a royal visit in 1591. This historical moment connected the site to the Tudor era and made the tree a living monument to that period.
The tree bears the name of the queen who visited it centuries ago and stands today as a symbol of royal connection to this landscape. Visitors walk beneath its sprawling branches and feel the presence of a time reaching back to the Renaissance.
The tree is accessible through walking routes in Cowdray Park and sits in an area with gentle rolling terrain. It helps to wear comfortable shoes as the route is best explored on foot.
The tree ranks among the thickest specimens of its kind in Europe and is estimated to be between 600 and 1000 years old. This remarkable size and longevity make it a botanical marvel that has outlasted generations.
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