Cllr Trollope-Bellew (right) with Stephanie Barrell and WI members
A silver birch tree has been planted in Dysart Park in Grantham to commemorate two special anniversaries.
The tree is a contribution from Grantham’s DIY Women’s Institute Group to the Queen’s Green Canopy planting programme marking Her Majesty’s 70-year reign and also marks the 13th anniversary of the group’s formation.
Representatives of park owners South Kesteven District Council met group members, who funded the tree plus planting costs and a commemorative plaque, to carry out the planting ceremony.
Anne Kilroy, the President of Grantham DIY WI, said: “The members of Grantham DIY WI are proud to donate a beautiful silver birch to Dysart Park. We have chosen to plant a tree to commemorate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, and as a contribution towards the fight against climate change.
“We are looking forward to watching our tree grow and are pleased that it will be locking up carbon, supporting wildlife, and hopefully giving local people pleasure.’
Cllr Rosemary Trollope-Bellew, SKDC Cabinet member for Leisure and Visitor Economy, attended the planting and said: “We are always delighted to see another tree going into our parks and we are very grateful to Grantham DIY WI members for funding it.
“Every tree matters as we tackle climate change and we too look forward to seeing this tree grow and flourish as we continue to improve Dysart Park for all local residents.”
Grantham DIY WI meets in the Grantham Fellowship Centre on Belton Lane.
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