Oak Tree Age Update

Ben and I measured the Oak tree on the weekend and found (at approximately chest height) the circumference to be 213 inches, or a diameter of 67.8 inches (5 foot 8inches).  Using the 'ready reckoner' from the Woodland Trust referenced in 'Firewood #2', and linearly interpolating between the 2 nearest trees, I estimate the tree to be 331 years old!  Taking into account that the data is for trees in the South East of England, which are likely to be a bit faster growing due to easier weather conditions , it may even be a bit older!

Lets hope that with a bit of care the tree continues to thrive and lasts for another few generations - would be lovely to imagine our great-grandchildren playing underneath it!