Wellingborough: Plan to fell ancient trees sparks protest

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Wellingborough: Plan to fell ancient trees sparks protest
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More than 50 ancient trees could be felled in Wellingborough to make way for a dual carriageway.

Residents have been protesting against the felling of ancient trees to make way for a dual carriageway as part of a new housing development.

Marion Turner-Hawes, a town councillor and protest organiser, said the trees are part of the town's heritage.Ms Turner-Hawes said the "ancient avenue of trees", including lime, could be dated back to the 1600s and are part of the town's cultural heritage as well as a beautiful landmark. Ms Turner-Hawes said part of the residents' main concern was the discrepancies in the number of trees set to be felled.

Rob Armstrong, 39, from Wellingborough, said it was a "definite shame" the trees would be felled, and hoped there was a way forward with the development.Residents say they are worried about how many trees are being felled as part of a new development

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