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Quercus robur

Other Names

The Druids Oak , English Oak

Location

Ballarat Botanical Gardens, Wendouree Parade,, BALLARAT CENTRAL VIC 3350 - Property No T11298

File Number

T11298

Level

Regional

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Statement of Significance

Historical value

This English Oak, known as the 'Druids Oak' was planted by the Druids of Ballarat on 27 December 1870 to commemorate the founding of local Druid Lodges. Oaks were associated with the ancient traditions of the original Druids who met in groves of Oak trees.
It is located at the rear of Adam Lindsay Gordon's Cottage.

Measurements: 06/1982
Spread (m): 27.5
Girth (m): 3
Height (m): 20
Estimated Age (yrs): 117
Condition: Good

Measurements: 22/11/2003
Spread (m): 25
Girth (m):5.4
Height (m): 23
Estimated Age (yrs): 133
Condition: Good

Measurements: 18/02/2011
Spread (m): E-W 27;N-S 30
Girth (m): 3.7
Height (m): 25
Estimated Age (yrs): 140
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 24/06/1982

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees