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Maidstone’s favourite trees
Is there a tree in Maidstone
that you think is really special?
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| Photo courtesy of Denise Tate |
Maidstone Borough Council is launching a competition to promote
trees and the benefits they provide for our health, wellbeing and
the appearance of our towns, villages and countryside.
People are being asked to send in a photograph
of their favourite tree in the borough, with a short description of
why it is special to them. It may have personal meaning, a
family or historic connection, or just special because of its
location, size or appearance.
The council is also keen to find trees that
are very old, very big, unusual or interesting in shape,
historically significant or associated with someone famous.
For every entry received a tree will be
planted in the borough. A further dedicated tree will be
planted in one of Maidstone’s parks or open spaces for every
winner.
Schools will also have the chance to get
involved, and artists are encouraged to send in their drawings or
paintings, to form part of a special exhibition at the Hazlitt Art
Gallery.
The deadline for entries is 31 October. Visit
www.maidstonearts.com
or contact the arts development team on 01622 602828 or email
arts@maidstone.gov.uk
for more information.
Date:
22 February 2008
Reference:
ARL/080202