Merley Oak Tree - Merley, Near Wimborne Minster, Dorset, UK
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Dragontree
N 50° 47.064 W 001° 58.647
30U E 572083 N 5626348
Quick Description: This ancient oak tree can be found in the park at Merley.
Location: Southern England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 9/26/2009 11:48:29 AM
Waymark Code: WM7A80
Views: 1
Long Description:The tree stands on the edge of the old railway line which is now a
popular trail. It is the largest and oldest tree in this area and
when you get close it is easy to see how wide it is.
Park at the end of Merley Lane and walk into the park. Follow
the left hand treeline to find the tree.
Genus/Species: Quercus Robur
Height: 60
Girth: 22
Method of obtaining height: Sighting along a 45 degree angle
Method of obtaining girth: Arm reaching
Location type: Park
Walk time: 2
Age: Not Listed
Historical significance: Not listed
Planter: Not listed
Website reference: Not listed
Parking coordinates: Not Listed
Photograpy coordinates: Not Listed
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Visit Instructions:
A closeup picture of your GPS receiver in your hand, with the tree
in the background, is required. If the tree is on private property,
this closeup photograph with the tree in the background may be
taken from the nearest public vantage point without actually going
to the tree. The required photograph does not need to show the
entire tree, but the individual tree must be recognizable.
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