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Scaled-down plans for 220 homes at Ashton Gate railway sidings approved Plans were changed after heritage chiefs said it would ruin the view from Ashton Court 06:00, 30 APR 2021 Updated The site of the former railway sidings in Ashton Controversial plans for 220 homes at a former railway depot in Ashton Gate have been approved despite fears a “scary” shared cycle/pedestrian path is too narrow. Bristol city councillors granted permission for nine buildings between three and five storeys at Clanage Road, just off the Brunel Way flyover, after hearing half of the flats will be affordable. Bu...

M32 Maples: residents in shock as last remaining tree near motorway is cut down Police were called in early hours to prevent breach of the peace The video will auto-play soon8Cancel Play now SIGN UP When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. OurPrivacy Noticeexplains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. Thank you for subscribingWe have more newslettersShow meSee ourprivacy notice The last remaining maple in...

By Vassili Papastavrou, Friday Feb 19, 2021 Another important tree is threatened with felling, and in response, the “Save the Ashley Down Oak” protest group has been formed. There is a platform in the tree and concerned residents are promising to occupy it for as long as needed. The failure to consult over the management of urban trees has once again meant that Bristol City Council is like a rabbit in the headlights, unaware that local people care so much about trees. Yet, all around the city, this is happening again and again as trees are being removed for a variety of reasons without an...

Meet the 'special branch' on a mission to save Britain's ancient trees How you can help add to the inventory that is being compiled to preserve the UK’s ancient, veteran and notable giants View of the Bowthorpe Oak Tree Credit: Heather Drake / Alamy Stock Photo There is something almost spiritual about walking in a wood. Whether it’s in spring, when they are filled with bluebells, wild garlic and twittering birdsong, during the cold, winter months, when the silhouetted trees look majestic against a wintry sky, it’s an uplifting experience. One that is elusive for many of us at present; ...

Laura Alcock-Ferguson, of the Borders, has been named in the New Year Honours List. Photo: Laura Alcock-Ferguson/Twitter A BORDERS woman has been named in the New Year Honours List. Laura Alcock-Ferguson, the founding director of the Campaign to End Loneliness, will receive an MBE for "services to people experiencing loneliness in later life". Ms Alcock-Ferguson is now the chief executive officer of the Ancient Tree Forum. The UK Government lists her residence as “Galashiels, Scottish Borders”. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said: “In a year when so many have made sacrifices to pr...