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Glasgow Times
22-07-2025
- General
- Glasgow Times
Paintings celebrate 800 years of Britain's ‘first environmental laws'
An exhibition commemorating eight centuries of Magna Carta and the Charter of the Forest is opening at the Society of Antiquaries in Burlington House, London. As part of the exhibition, Dan Llywelyn Hall, the youngest artist to paint a portrait of the late Queen, has been commissioned to produce four pictures depicting trees across Great Britain. All the trees included in the work, entitled the Totems to the Charter, were alive at the time the Charter of the Forest was signed. It includes one tree said to have witnessed the signing of the first Magna Carta in 1215. The Magna Carta Memorial at Runnymede in Surrey (Alamy/PA) The Charter of the Forest, which Mr Llywelyn Hall described as the 'first bit of environmental legislation,' was a crucial appendix to Magna Carta, which ultimately paved the way for our right to access woodland. The Magna Carta was republished several times, with the final version created in February 1225, issued with a version of the Charter. Some elements of the forest laws remained in force until the 1970s. One of Mr Llywelyn Hall's pictures depicts the Ankerwycke Yew, an ancient tree close to the ruins of St Mary's Priory in Surrey, which is believed to be 1,400 to 2,500 years old. While the signing of the original Magna Carta in 1215 is largely believed to have taken place in nearby Runnymede, the National Trust has said that some people believe the sealing actually took place by the tree. How much history has the Ankerwycke Yew seen? It's thought that King John signed the Magna Carta beneath its branches and King Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn there. Thought to be at least 2,000 years old, it continues to thrive. #FactFriday — The Tree Council (@TheTreeCouncil) August 6, 2021 The yew is also said to be one of the places where Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn. Mr Llywelyn Hall has also captured the Caledonian Forest Pines of Scotland, which are descended from the first pines in the country, which arrived around 7,000BC. The Glen Loyne Pine depicted is one of the oldest that remains and a veteran of its species. The artist has also painted Curley Oak of the Wentwood Forest in Wales, which is more than 1,000 years old and the oldest Oak in that country. Mr Llywelyn Hall described the oak as sitting squat, nestled in a dense pine forest and 'oozing with atmosphere and an otherworldly presence'. The artist's final picture is of Beech trees near the Lost Pond in Epping Forest, some of the oldest in the world of the species. If you 'find' Lost Pond in #EppingForest you can also visit this incredible coppard beech tree, located nearby. This special tree is believed to be the oldest tree in this unique, ancient woodland. 💚🌳 — Epping Forest (@CoLEppingForest) June 13, 2021 He described the 'vast sprawl' of the Lost Pond Beech as depicted as an 'ominous guardian'. Mr Llywelyn Hall said: 'The Totems to the Charter are the silent witnesses; the ancient veteran trees that were around at the time of the signing, 800 years ago. 'The Charter of the Forest is the first bit of environmental legislation that ultimately paved the way for our rights of way and access to our cherished ancient woodland. 'These rare, silent witnesses are largely the accidental survivors in dense forests; embodying history myth and legend; not to mention extraordinary eco-systems of their own. 'They deserve more reverence and protection than any man made structure.' The paintings, which go on display from July 25 to September 19, will be sold to raise funds for the Society of Antiquaries library and collection as well as the charities Trees for Life and Trees for Cities. Steve Micklewright, chief executive of rewilding charity Trees for Life, said Totems celebrated a landmark charter which recognised 'the essential relationship between humanity and woodlands'. 'We are delighted that this exhibition will bring more attention to our native woodlands and the vital role they play in supporting nature and people,' he said. During the reign of King John, who signed the first Magna Carta of 1215, large swathes of England were designated royal forest and set aside solely for the king's use. A piece of the final version of the Magna Carta created in February 1225 (PA) The Charter of the Forest charter granted rights to land, food and fuel to a wide cross-section of English society, from barons to commoners. While Magna Carta and the charter were English documents, chapters did deal with grievances with Welsh rulers and the King of Scotland. It is believed to be the first document in which English and Welsh law appear together and shows the Welsh, Scots and English sharing political ideas and procedures.
Rhyl Journal
22-07-2025
- General
- Rhyl Journal
Paintings celebrate 800 years of Britain's ‘first environmental laws'
An exhibition commemorating eight centuries of Magna Carta and the Charter of the Forest is opening at the Society of Antiquaries in Burlington House, London. As part of the exhibition, Dan Llywelyn Hall, the youngest artist to paint a portrait of the late Queen, has been commissioned to produce four pictures depicting trees across Great Britain. All the trees included in the work, entitled the Totems to the Charter, were alive at the time the Charter of the Forest was signed. It includes one tree said to have witnessed the signing of the first Magna Carta in 1215. The Charter of the Forest, which Mr Llywelyn Hall described as the 'first bit of environmental legislation,' was a crucial appendix to Magna Carta, which ultimately paved the way for our right to access woodland. The Magna Carta was republished several times, with the final version created in February 1225, issued with a version of the Charter. Some elements of the forest laws remained in force until the 1970s. One of Mr Llywelyn Hall's pictures depicts the Ankerwycke Yew, an ancient tree close to the ruins of St Mary's Priory in Surrey, which is believed to be 1,400 to 2,500 years old. While the signing of the original Magna Carta in 1215 is largely believed to have taken place in nearby Runnymede, the National Trust has said that some people believe the sealing actually took place by the tree. How much history has the Ankerwycke Yew seen? It's thought that King John signed the Magna Carta beneath its branches and King Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn there. Thought to be at least 2,000 years old, it continues to thrive. #FactFriday — The Tree Council (@TheTreeCouncil) August 6, 2021 The yew is also said to be one of the places where Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn. Mr Llywelyn Hall has also captured the Caledonian Forest Pines of Scotland, which are descended from the first pines in the country, which arrived around 7,000BC. The Glen Loyne Pine depicted is one of the oldest that remains and a veteran of its species. The artist has also painted Curley Oak of the Wentwood Forest in Wales, which is more than 1,000 years old and the oldest Oak in that country. Mr Llywelyn Hall described the oak as sitting squat, nestled in a dense pine forest and 'oozing with atmosphere and an otherworldly presence'. The artist's final picture is of Beech trees near the Lost Pond in Epping Forest, some of the oldest in the world of the species. If you 'find' Lost Pond in #EppingForest you can also visit this incredible coppard beech tree, located nearby. This special tree is believed to be the oldest tree in this unique, ancient woodland. 💚🌳 — Epping Forest (@CoLEppingForest) June 13, 2021 He described the 'vast sprawl' of the Lost Pond Beech as depicted as an 'ominous guardian'. Mr Llywelyn Hall said: 'The Totems to the Charter are the silent witnesses; the ancient veteran trees that were around at the time of the signing, 800 years ago. 'The Charter of the Forest is the first bit of environmental legislation that ultimately paved the way for our rights of way and access to our cherished ancient woodland. 'These rare, silent witnesses are largely the accidental survivors in dense forests; embodying history myth and legend; not to mention extraordinary eco-systems of their own. 'They deserve more reverence and protection than any man made structure.' The paintings, which go on display from July 25 to September 19, will be sold to raise funds for the Society of Antiquaries library and collection as well as the charities Trees for Life and Trees for Cities. Steve Micklewright, chief executive of rewilding charity Trees for Life, said Totems celebrated a landmark charter which recognised 'the essential relationship between humanity and woodlands'. 'We are delighted that this exhibition will bring more attention to our native woodlands and the vital role they play in supporting nature and people,' he said. During the reign of King John, who signed the first Magna Carta of 1215, large swathes of England were designated royal forest and set aside solely for the king's use. The Charter of the Forest charter granted rights to land, food and fuel to a wide cross-section of English society, from barons to commoners. While Magna Carta and the charter were English documents, chapters did deal with grievances with Welsh rulers and the King of Scotland. It is believed to be the first document in which English and Welsh law appear together and shows the Welsh, Scots and English sharing political ideas and procedures.
Western Telegraph
22-07-2025
- General
- Western Telegraph
Paintings celebrate 800 years of Britain's ‘first environmental laws'
An exhibition commemorating eight centuries of Magna Carta and the Charter of the Forest is opening at the Society of Antiquaries in Burlington House, London. As part of the exhibition, Dan Llywelyn Hall, the youngest artist to paint a portrait of the late Queen, has been commissioned to produce four pictures depicting trees across Great Britain. All the trees included in the work, entitled the Totems to the Charter, were alive at the time the Charter of the Forest was signed. It includes one tree said to have witnessed the signing of the first Magna Carta in 1215. The Magna Carta Memorial at Runnymede in Surrey (Alamy/PA) The Charter of the Forest, which Mr Llywelyn Hall described as the 'first bit of environmental legislation,' was a crucial appendix to Magna Carta, which ultimately paved the way for our right to access woodland. The Magna Carta was republished several times, with the final version created in February 1225, issued with a version of the Charter. Some elements of the forest laws remained in force until the 1970s. One of Mr Llywelyn Hall's pictures depicts the Ankerwycke Yew, an ancient tree close to the ruins of St Mary's Priory in Surrey, which is believed to be 1,400 to 2,500 years old. While the signing of the original Magna Carta in 1215 is largely believed to have taken place in nearby Runnymede, the National Trust has said that some people believe the sealing actually took place by the tree. How much history has the Ankerwycke Yew seen? It's thought that King John signed the Magna Carta beneath its branches and King Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn there. Thought to be at least 2,000 years old, it continues to thrive. #FactFriday — The Tree Council (@TheTreeCouncil) August 6, 2021 The yew is also said to be one of the places where Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn. Mr Llywelyn Hall has also captured the Caledonian Forest Pines of Scotland, which are descended from the first pines in the country, which arrived around 7,000BC. The Glen Loyne Pine depicted is one of the oldest that remains and a veteran of its species. The artist has also painted Curley Oak of the Wentwood Forest in Wales, which is more than 1,000 years old and the oldest Oak in that country. Mr Llywelyn Hall described the oak as sitting squat, nestled in a dense pine forest and 'oozing with atmosphere and an otherworldly presence'. The artist's final picture is of Beech trees near the Lost Pond in Epping Forest, some of the oldest in the world of the species. If you 'find' Lost Pond in #EppingForest you can also visit this incredible coppard beech tree, located nearby. This special tree is believed to be the oldest tree in this unique, ancient woodland. 💚🌳 — Epping Forest (@CoLEppingForest) June 13, 2021 He described the 'vast sprawl' of the Lost Pond Beech as depicted as an 'ominous guardian'. Mr Llywelyn Hall said: 'The Totems to the Charter are the silent witnesses; the ancient veteran trees that were around at the time of the signing, 800 years ago. 'The Charter of the Forest is the first bit of environmental legislation that ultimately paved the way for our rights of way and access to our cherished ancient woodland. 'These rare, silent witnesses are largely the accidental survivors in dense forests; embodying history myth and legend; not to mention extraordinary eco-systems of their own. 'They deserve more reverence and protection than any man made structure.' The paintings, which go on display from July 25 to September 19, will be sold to raise funds for the Society of Antiquaries library and collection as well as the charities Trees for Life and Trees for Cities. Steve Micklewright, chief executive of rewilding charity Trees for Life, said Totems celebrated a landmark charter which recognised 'the essential relationship between humanity and woodlands'. 'We are delighted that this exhibition will bring more attention to our native woodlands and the vital role they play in supporting nature and people,' he said. During the reign of King John, who signed the first Magna Carta of 1215, large swathes of England were designated royal forest and set aside solely for the king's use. A piece of the final version of the Magna Carta created in February 1225 (PA) The Charter of the Forest charter granted rights to land, food and fuel to a wide cross-section of English society, from barons to commoners. While Magna Carta and the charter were English documents, chapters did deal with grievances with Welsh rulers and the King of Scotland. It is believed to be the first document in which English and Welsh law appear together and shows the Welsh, Scots and English sharing political ideas and procedures.
The Herald Scotland
22-07-2025
- General
- The Herald Scotland
Paintings celebrate 800 years of Britain's ‘first environmental laws'
As part of the exhibition, Dan Llywelyn Hall, the youngest artist to paint a portrait of the late Queen, has been commissioned to produce four pictures depicting trees across Great Britain. All the trees included in the work, entitled the Totems to the Charter, were alive at the time the Charter of the Forest was signed. It includes one tree said to have witnessed the signing of the first Magna Carta in 1215. The Magna Carta Memorial at Runnymede in Surrey (Alamy/PA) The Charter of the Forest, which Mr Llywelyn Hall described as the 'first bit of environmental legislation,' was a crucial appendix to Magna Carta, which ultimately paved the way for our right to access woodland. The Magna Carta was republished several times, with the final version created in February 1225, issued with a version of the Charter. Some elements of the forest laws remained in force until the 1970s. One of Mr Llywelyn Hall's pictures depicts the Ankerwycke Yew, an ancient tree close to the ruins of St Mary's Priory in Surrey, which is believed to be 1,400 to 2,500 years old. While the signing of the original Magna Carta in 1215 is largely believed to have taken place in nearby Runnymede, the National Trust has said that some people believe the sealing actually took place by the tree. How much history has the Ankerwycke Yew seen? It's thought that King John signed the Magna Carta beneath its branches and King Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn there. Thought to be at least 2,000 years old, it continues to thrive. #FactFriday — The Tree Council (@TheTreeCouncil) August 6, 2021 The yew is also said to be one of the places where Henry VIII courted Anne Boleyn. Mr Llywelyn Hall has also captured the Caledonian Forest Pines of Scotland, which are descended from the first pines in the country, which arrived around 7,000BC. The Glen Loyne Pine depicted is one of the oldest that remains and a veteran of its species. The artist has also painted Curley Oak of the Wentwood Forest in Wales, which is more than 1,000 years old and the oldest Oak in that country. Mr Llywelyn Hall described the oak as sitting squat, nestled in a dense pine forest and 'oozing with atmosphere and an otherworldly presence'. The artist's final picture is of Beech trees near the Lost Pond in Epping Forest, some of the oldest in the world of the species. If you 'find' Lost Pond in #EppingForest you can also visit this incredible coppard beech tree, located nearby. This special tree is believed to be the oldest tree in this unique, ancient woodland. 💚🌳 — Epping Forest (@CoLEppingForest) June 13, 2021 He described the 'vast sprawl' of the Lost Pond Beech as depicted as an 'ominous guardian'. Mr Llywelyn Hall said: 'The Totems to the Charter are the silent witnesses; the ancient veteran trees that were around at the time of the signing, 800 years ago. 'The Charter of the Forest is the first bit of environmental legislation that ultimately paved the way for our rights of way and access to our cherished ancient woodland. 'These rare, silent witnesses are largely the accidental survivors in dense forests; embodying history myth and legend; not to mention extraordinary eco-systems of their own. 'They deserve more reverence and protection than any man made structure.' The paintings, which go on display from July 25 to September 19, will be sold to raise funds for the Society of Antiquaries library and collection as well as the charities Trees for Life and Trees for Cities. Steve Micklewright, chief executive of rewilding charity Trees for Life, said Totems celebrated a landmark charter which recognised 'the essential relationship between humanity and woodlands'. 'We are delighted that this exhibition will bring more attention to our native woodlands and the vital role they play in supporting nature and people,' he said. During the reign of King John, who signed the first Magna Carta of 1215, large swathes of England were designated royal forest and set aside solely for the king's use. A piece of the final version of the Magna Carta created in February 1225 (PA) The Charter of the Forest charter granted rights to land, food and fuel to a wide cross-section of English society, from barons to commoners. While Magna Carta and the charter were English documents, chapters did deal with grievances with Welsh rulers and the King of Scotland. It is believed to be the first document in which English and Welsh law appear together and shows the Welsh, Scots and English sharing political ideas and procedures.
Scoop
02-06-2025
- General
- Scoop
Auckland Council Notifies Plan Change 113 Notable Trees
Press Release – The Tree Council After more than three years of work finding and assessing amazing trees around the region The Tree Council is delighted that Auckland Council has just publicly notified Plan Change 113. This plan change proposes adding 174 new individual trees and 29 new groups of trees to Schedule 10 Notable Trees of the Auckland Unitary Plan. The Tree Council is responsible for nominating 118 of the individual trees and 9 of the groups of trees included in the plan change. We nominated over 260 trees in total. We would like to say a huge THANK YOU to all those members and supporters who suggested the locations of trees for us to assess for nomination. We would never have known about most of these trees if it wasn't for you. Plan Change 113 is open for submissions now. PLEASE take a few minutes to make a submission to say that you support the plan change in its entirety. There are bound to be landowners opposing trees on their properties being scheduled. So it is important that there is support from the public for protecting these trees. You can find the details of PC113 here: We will be reviewing the details of the plan change over the next couple of weeks and deciding whether we have additional trees we want to nominate as part of our submission. Please make a submission by filling in the online submission form at: or emailing your submission to unitaryplan@ The deadline is 23 June 2025. Anne Street Trees Petition The Devonport-Takapuna Local Board recently voted to remove two rare umbrella trees from the road reserve in Anne Street, Devonport at the request of local residents who claim they are causing flooding of the street. The Tree Council has requested that Auckland Council publicly notifies the consent application for the removal so that evidence and submissions can be presented to counter this view. Without public notification there is no opportunity for anyone to have a say or for any decision to be appealed. The more public interest there is in the case, the more likely it is to be publicly notified. Please sign this petition calling for public notification of the consent and share with your networks: These trees are Umbrella Trees (were Schefflera pueckleri now Heptapleurum calyptratum) and there are only three other locations in the Auckland Region in which they are known. They are not a pest species but a rare and valuable living asset. They do not cause flooding. Removing these trees will not prevent Anne Street from flooding. It is a flat, flood prone floodplain who's stormwater drain is prone to backing up when the tide is in. This is the cause of the flooding, not the trees. Arbor Day Planting Event The Tree Council is partnering with EcoMatters Environment Trust and the New Zealand Arboricultural Association (NZ ARB) to provide a tree planting opportunity for members and supporters for Arbor Day on Saturday 7 June 2024. The event will take place from 10am – noon in New Lynn, Auckland and will be followed by a free BBQ. Pre-registration is required for attendees so that we know how many plants & how much equipment & food will be needed. Please click this link to register. You will be given details of the location once you have registered. The site is somewhat challenging so a reasonable standard of fitness is required. You will need to wear closed footwear (gumboots or similar), wet weather gear & gardening gloves are recommended. Many thanks to the Whau Local Board and Auckland Council Parks for supporting the restoration of this public land and providing the funding for the work.
