This ancient oak has been recorded and measured since 1719 and is now on private ground being looked after by the gravel company Lafarge Aggregates. Part of their restoration project, following completion of gravel extraction in a few years time, is to create some public access to allow more people the opportunity to see some of its special ancient trees. This tree was described by Sir Winston Churchill as being the "finest maiden oak in England". Historic measurements suggest the tree is probably c.500 years old.

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