Jun 24, 2021
The windswept Hawthorn
Nominated by Kieran Barry, Llangollen.
The Eglwysegs, Llangollen
Growing high above the Offa’s Dyke Path at the Eglwysegs and close to World’s End this gnarly hawthorn tree has been shaped by nature; by the strong winds that blow across Snowdonia and then lash across the Eglwysegs.
I have nominated this veteran hawthorn tree as it represents to me fortitude, determination and choosing to going with the flow. A sensible choice when confronted by overwhelming odds.
Sitting at a field boundary this tree has seen generations of hill farmers working these inhospitable landscapes. It has offered shade and shelter to many creatures and animals too. I just think it is so beautiful.