Oak at the Gate of the Dead, Ancient oak tree in Ceiriog Valley, Wales
The oak tree stands near Offa's Dyke with a trunk circumference of 10 meters, showing visible split damage from winter 2010 weather conditions.
The tree dates back to 802 AD during King Egbert's reign and witnessed the Battle of Crogen in 1165 between Welsh and English forces.
Located at a passage known as Adwy'r Beddau, meaning 'the pass of the graves' in Welsh, marking the burial site of fallen soldiers.
Visitors can reach the oak through a designated footpath from Chirk Castle parking area, open between March and October each year.
The tree became one of the first natural landmarks worldwide to receive its own dedicated Facebook page after being documented in 2007.
Location: Wrexham County Borough
GPS coordinates: 52.93147,-3.09536
Latest update: March 5, 2025 10:12
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