I know today was pretty miserable in terms of weather but that link Michael just sad the street looked today without that tree. The character of the close really has been altered by the loss of the tree. I hope Lewisham will properly remove the large stump they've left and work with the residents to replace it with something. I called them earlier today but call centre couldn't get through to the tree people and I was told I'd be called back...not holding my breath.

The houses in Forestholme Close were built in 1969. I'd sort of assumed it was planted during the build but seeing the thickness of the remaining stump it may have been older.

If anyone on here has followed through any of the options listed earlier on the thread for having a new tree planted I'd be grateful to hear your advice.