Wednesday, 26 October 2022

The folkloric tree

Nowadays this rather sorry looking oak sits forlornly on the corner of a roundabout with traffic rushing past on the outskirts of Worthing. However, it was once the centre of all sorts of shenanigans and would have some stories to tell. This is the "Broadwater Oak" and it's a true survivor. The information board tells you everything you need to know....💀💀👻 


 

Arilx

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5 comments:

  1. Beth Waltz26 October 2022 at 14:24

    Hopefully, modern traffic rushing past its location will protect the folkloric tree from vandals. Here in the States an historic tree in a changing neighborhood would soon be covered in paint and trash. Some rural populations do cherish isolated "treaty trees", the mighty oaks and sycamores that once served as outdoor meeting halls.

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    1. Aril27 October 2022 at 20:35

      It's quite tucked away and so I don't think it really draws much attention apart from people like me! Arilx

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  2. Debby27 October 2022 at 03:37

    This reminded me...I wanted to talk to the library about having a story tree program.

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    1. Aril27 October 2022 at 20:36

      That sounds a fabulous idea Debby. Arilx

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  3. Kezzie29 October 2022 at 21:24

    Oooh, that is exciting! I am glad the tree is out of the way of hooligans!x

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