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Quercus robur

Other Name English Oak Location Former Mayday Hills Hospital, Albert Road, Beechworth, INDIGO SHIRE File Number T12218 Level State

[1/4] T12218 Quercus robur [2/4] T12218 Quercus robur b [3/4] T12218 Quercus robur c [4/4] T12218 Quercus robur d

Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape of historic garden
Aesthetic value
Historical value

This is one of Victoria's most aesthetically pleasing driveway avenues of this species and it extends for 120m.
Mayday Hills Hospital was developed as the Beechworth Lunatic Asylum in 1864-67 with gardens and grounds laid out at this time and rejuvenated since 1913.
The collection of mature trees and plants is exceptional with many dating from the mid to late nineteenth century and others from the post 1913 work of Hugh Linaker and later curators. The efforts of grounds staff over the decades has created a succession plan that extends beyond the lifespan of the 19th century plantings.
It has become one of the top 5 collections of trees in Victoria (John Hawker)

Measurements: 03/12/2012
Height (m): 15 (av)
Canopy Spread (m): 21.5
Girth (m): 2.5
Estimated Age (yrs): 100
Condition: Good