What makes a Great Tree

"Urban trees are so important and I have always been a great admirer of our city's tree heritage. Our capital is home to some of the most striking and beautiful trees, so please join me in the Great Trees of London campaign and nominate your favourite London tree!"

Tony Kirkham, BBC TV presenter and Head of Arboriculture at Kew Gardens

We all have favourite trees that are important to us as individuals or to the local community, but what makes a Great Tree of London?

All new Great Trees should be publicly accessible (easily viewed from all sides) so that they can be visited and enjoyed by all.

Is your tree…

historically significant - related to past events and/or people, or with a story to tell?
situated in a landmark location - somewhere special?
Of notable physical character - very large, or old, or an unusual shape?

To get a flavour of what makes a Great Tree of London why not take a look at the existing Great Trees of London here.