Brimmon Oak, Ancient oak tree in Newtown, Wales.
Brimmon Oak is an ancient oak tree located near Newtown in Powys, Wales, with a trunk circumference of about six meters. Its thick branches spread widely across the area, making it a notable landmark in the surrounding countryside.
The tree originated around 1500 and has grown on farmland managed by the same family since the 1600s. Over the centuries, it served as a gathering place for the local community.
The tree earned the title of Welsh Tree of the Year in 2016 and placed second in the European Tree of the Year competition in 2017. Visitors can sense how meaningful these recognitions are to the local community.
The tree sits near the A483 bypass road and is surrounded by a 15-meter protection zone that limits direct access. Visitors should follow marked paths and respect private property when approaching the tree.
A campaign to save this tree gathered 5,000 signatures and led to changes in the bypass road construction plans. This case is now considered an important precedent for tree protection in the region.
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