Tree Management Works at Great Linford High Street Cricket Ground - July Update
Planning permission has now been granted for the tree works at High Street Cricket Ground, and work is scheduled to begin on Monday 21st July 2025.
We shared in April, that a number of trees were found to be suffering from disease. To protect public safety and preserve the beauty of this green space, a long-term tree management plan has been developed with the support of a local tree specialist.
What to Expect
Only diseased trees will be removed (approximately 19 in total)
Work will begin the week of 21st July and is expected to take several weeks
The contractor will work on one tree at a time, cordoning off each area as needed – there will be no full closures, but please avoid the area being worked on
Replanting will begin in autumn, depending on the weather
Replacement trees will be native, fast-growing species, with around 4–5 varieties to maintain landscape diversity – colourful species like Red Oak are likely to be included
Some stumps will be shaped into seats or have tabletops fitted, with trunk sections used as rustic seating
A Community Wildlife Officer will also offer guidance to support biodiversity and wildlife-friendly planting
Ivy in the area will be monitored and managed over time, and remaining trees will continue to be surveyed annually
📍 Location: High Street Cricket Pavilion, Great Linford, MK14 5AH
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Residents can keep up to date with this project by reading the minutes from the Full Council meetings, available here. Simply click on the relevant meeting date in the drop-down menu to view the folder. We’ll also continue to share updates on our website and social media channels.
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