Ever wondered why street trees randomly sometimes seem to meet a sticky end? Wanstead historian Greg Roberts did (and got an answer, and gave a hot take in return).
i would love to know why, in this age of environmental crisis, @RedbridgeLive are chipping down perfectly good trees in Kings Avenue today pic.twitter.com/oh2k74vIG8
— Dr Greg Roberts (@D_Profundis) January 30, 2020
Hello Greg, thanks for your message. I have looked into your inquiry, and when last inspected, 3 trees in King’s Avenue were identified as dead and had to be removed. You can also use the report it function online: https://t.co/wmQ3RTwXM5 so the team can confirm the work.
— Redbridge Council (@RedbridgeLive) January 30, 2020
They are certainly dead now
— greg roberts (@D_Profundis) January 30, 2020
Elsewhere in dead tree news, this formerly living stump on Elmcroft Ave has found a new vocation as an artisanal 100% organic rubbish bin, as patronised by at least one street drinker.
A mature tree was cut down recently outside Wanstead House, Redbridge Lane West. Why? The stump does not appear to be decayed!
The chestnut tree outside Wanstead High School was cut down over two years ago. Collateral damage was done to a nearby property due to the shock caused by the falling trunk. The new front door had to be refitted due to distortion and some double glazing panes are now misty and need to be replaced. Brickwork needs to be re-pointed.
all the allegations cannot be related to removal of the tree!
My post above is a reply to Owen Branley’s post about alleged damage caused by a felling of a tree. the link between tree removal and damage described is nigh on impossible.
I suspect the council are removing healthy trees on the recommendations of their contractors (who coincidentally have a financial conflict of interest).
Hello, your list of activities such as Tai Chi, do not say exactly where they are taking place. Could you please inform us.
Hi Alison – if you click on the event title in the list, you’ll come to a page of full details about the event – including the Tai Chi classes. The page you’re after is here:
https://wansteadium.com/event/tai-chi-qi-gong-classes-2020-02-12/
I agree, the explanation from the council stating that the trees are dead is not good enough. The stumps look fresh and alive when they are cut.