Help replant Stone Common Plot: sponsorship appeal for new oak trees

The Stone Common Plot charity is calling on local businesses and groups to help replace trees lost to recent storms, ensuring the area’s green legacy continues for future generations.

A loss to the landscape

Extreme weather has taken its toll on the much-loved Stone Common Plot over the past year, with several mature trees lost due to storms. Most recently, the magnificent 100-year-old tree at the bottom of Mount Road Field was brought down by strong winds. Now, the charity that cares for the Plot is seeking support to replace what has been lost.

A chance to leave a lasting legacy

The plan is to plant two new English oak trees—icons of British woodlands known for their longevity and environmental benefits. Each tree, along with the necessary cattle-proof fencing to protect it, costs around £200. The charity is looking for just two or three sponsors to make this replanting possible.

“This is a rare opportunity for Plot lovers and supporters to make a direct and lasting impact. These trees will hopefully stand for the next hundred years, just as the ones we lost did,” says the charity’s treasurer.

Time is running out

With planting season coming to an end, it’s crucial that the new trees are in the ground before the end of February to ensure they establish properly. Unlike larger fundraising campaigns, this is a simple, targeted appeal—just a handful of sponsors are needed to make it happen.

How to get involved

If you or your business would like to contribute to this initiative, please get in touch as soon as possible with us and we’ll pass your message on. cpa@alittlebitofstone.com This is a chance to support the local environment, preserve the beauty of the Common Plot, and leave a lasting mark on Stone’s natural heritage.