Wyndham's Oak, Ancient oak tree in Silton, England.
Located in a meadow near St Nicholas Church, this large oak tree measures 38 feet in circumference with a trunk height of 26 feet.
Dating back approximately 1000 years, this oak served as a boundary marker between Selwood Forest and Gillingham Forest during medieval hunting periods.
The tree bears the name of Sir Hugh Wyndham, a Common Pleas Judge who frequently conducted legal proceedings beneath its branches.
Visitors can reach the oak by walking through St Nicholas churchyard and continuing into the field, as the tree stands on private farmland.
This pedunculate oak holds the record for the largest trunk circumference of any tree in England, measuring 38 feet around its base.
Location: Dorset
GPS coordinates: 51.06315,-2.30938
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:52
St Mary the Virgin, Gillingham, Dorset
3.6 km
Church of St Michael and All Angels
3.5 km
Church of St Lawrence
3.3 km
Church of St George Langham
2.9 km
Church of St Martin
2.4 km
Church of St Nicholas
153 m
Church of St Simon and St Jude
1.9 km
Church of St George
1.8 km
Longbury long barrow 600m north west of Slaughtergate Farm
2.2 km
Zeals House
2.8 km
Vicarage Schoolroom
3.6 km
Little Chantry
3.5 km
Bab Well
3.5 km
Lime Tree House
3.5 km
Stour Motors
3.3 km
Broadhayes
3.5 km
Milestone 50 Metres North West Of Post Office
2.2 km
Wyke Brewery
3 km
Portion Of Railing To High Pavement Along West Boundary And 10 Metres West Of Church Farm House
3.3 km
Milestone, by new road called Milestone way
3.1 km
Milestone In Front Of East Black Dog Lodge
3.1 km
Old Toll House
3.4 km
The Barton
3.6 km
Milestone, centre of village, by village hall
1.7 km
Folly's End
3.5 km
Milestone, opp. "Chaffeymoor House"
2.8 km
Milestone, between Tinkers Lane & road to West Bourton
2.6 km
Milestone, a mile E of Cucklington village on B3081
1.9 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes