Glebe Cottage Church Lane Exton Hampshire SO32 3NU
G1 - Group of Ash. Fell to ground level. The trees have signs of ash dieback, they have been shedding large limbs. The southern aspect of the trees are over the South Downs Way. The owners are concerned that a limb may fail and cause injury to walkers/cyclists on this very busy route. On the other side of the trees there is parking for the property and where the children often play. The owners plan to replant once the trees have been removed. G2 Group of Ash. Crown lift to 5-6m Reduce Canopy by 2-3m. (Amended)These trees have been poorly managed in the past (almost pollarded). This has created weak unions, they are getting to a size now where some of the branches are failing. They have lost 3 significant branches in the last year. The tree also has the start of ash dieback, which I also believe to be a contributing factor. The owners are keen to retain the trees but make them safer as there are often children playing in this area. I believe by reducing the canopy and therefor sail area, it will reduce the risk of failure.