Argal Home Farm Kergilliack Falmouth Cornwall TR11 5PD
Description
Works to trees subject to a Tree Preservation Order, namely; 1) T01482 Sycamore - fell to ground level. The sycamore is beyond retention due to the damage sustained by the fallen Beech. 2) T01481 Beech (large) - fell to ground level. This was previously sheltered by the failed tree and is now exposed, making it more vulnerable with the crown bias towards the property/work buildings. 3) T01198 Beech & Beech next to it (smaller) - fell to ground level. The canopies of these smaller trees are unbalanced due to the exposure to strong winds. Leaving these two alone will make them more exposed and potentially hazardous.
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