DONATED MEMORIAL TREE SCHEME

Tendring District Council provides a scheme for residents and non-residents to donate memorial trees which are planted on its areas of public open space, recreation grounds and greenswards throughout the District. The terms and conditions are set out below.

Terms and Conditions

1. Memorial trees will be maintained from planting until established which will normally be up to five years. Trees will be supplied in a minimum of a 45 litre container at an approximate height of 2.5 - 3 metres.
2. Whilst the Council will try and accommodate the preference for the tree type and location, it reserves the right to refuse an application if the preferred location is unsuitable following a site appraisal. Suggested varieties are as follows: Oak, Ash, Alder, Lime, Maple and Birch, this list is not exhaustive and any tree will be subject to availability.
3. The charge for the each tree will be dependant on the size and type of tree requested and will include all planting costs and will include stakes, compost, ties and up to five years maintenance. The indicative cost for a tree of this size with maintenance as above will be £386.00 + vat.
4. No adornments e.g. flowers at any time shall be attached or deposited on or near the tree or surrounding area.
5. No ashes at any time shall be scattered or buried near the tree or surrounding area.
6. The Council will not be held responsible for the replacement of damaged, missing or vandalised trees and plaques.
7. Trees will only be planted during the period November to March, however applications will be processed throughout the year.
8. The Council has no commitment to accept any application for a donated memorial tree.

Fees and Charges

The charge for donated memorial trees will be dependant on the type and size of tree requested, however the minimum size container tree will be 45 litre. The Council will invoice the applicant once the tree has been planted. Please contact 01255 686647 or sleonard@tendringdc.gov.uk for further details.

Planting

Applications for memorial trees will be processed all year round. Some applicants may request a planting ceremony, this can be arranged at no extra cost during normal working hours. Prior notification of a planting ceremony will be necessary.

Please click here for a downloadable and printable copy of memorial tree application form.