Surfing the internet yesterday I came across this photo, taken on the Portway some year ago. Sadly these trees have been removed (along with many others).

Bristol City Council have no intention of replacing them. Surely any sel-respecting city would love a proper ‘Avenue’ of trees lining one of it’s major arterial routes or gateways?

Trees like this are exactly the ones needing most protection. They are not near anybody who can speak on their behalf, and nobody notices when they’re gone.