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What3Words: T1 Weeping Willow: quibble.backfired.ensemble T2 Poplar: partners.forwarded.someone T3 Crack Willow: budding.flopping.visual T1 Weeping Willow Location: Left hand side at the bottom of the garden adjacent to the river Approximate height: 16m Condition and Notes: Large mature weeping willow with extensive lower growth overhanging the river and garden seating area. The low canopy significantly shades the garden and obscures the river view. Proposed works: Crown raise by approximately 7m to open up the view towards the riverand provide clearance over the garden area. All pruning to suitable secondary growth points in accordance with BS3998:2010 Tree Work Recommendations T2 Poplar Location: Riverbank position Approximate height: 18m Condition and Notes: Matrue Poplar situated directly on the riverbank . Bracket fungus consistent with Ganoderma species, is present at the base and there are visible signs of root plate movement, indicating decay and instability. Proposed works: Reduce to chest height on safety grounds to prevent potential collapse into the river. All works to be completed using appropriate rigging and control techniques to protect the riverbank and surrounding vegetation. T3 Crack Willow Location: Lower garden area Approximate height 5m Proposed Works: Pollard to suitable growth points to promote a balanced, globular structure and maintain long term safety. All cuts to be made to appropriate unions following BS3998:2010 guidance. T4 Spruce Location: Side of premises adjacent to 11 Bridge End Approximate height 10m Proposed works: Cut back branches by up to 1.5 metres from the building to ensure sufficient clearance and prevent contact with the property. Selective pruning only, retaining overall form and symmetry. General notes: All arisings will be removed from site and the are left clean and tidy upon completion. All works to be undertaken by qualified arborists in accordance with BS3998:2010, using appropriate safety equipment ancd methods.

11 Bridge End, Dorchester-on-Thames, OX10 7JR

Decision MadeReference: P25/S3316/TCASouth Oxfordshire District Council

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Status
Decision Made
Application type
Not published
Received
20 Oct 2025
Validated
Not published
Determination deadline
Not published
Local authority
South Oxfordshire District Council

Application overview

What3Words: T1 Weeping Willow: quibble.backfired.ensemble T2 Poplar: partners.forwarded.someone T3 Crack Willow: budding.flopping.visual T1 Weeping Willow Location: Left hand side at the bottom of the garden adjacent to the river Approximate height: 16m Condition and Notes: Large mature weeping willow with extensive lower growth overhanging the river and garden seating area. The low canopy significantly shades the garden and obscures the river view. Proposed works: Crown raise by approximately 7m to open up the view towards the riverand provide clearance over the garden area. All pruning to suitable secondary growth points in accordance with BS3998:2010 Tree Work Recommendations T2 Poplar Location: Riverbank position Approximate height: 18m Condition and Notes: Matrue Poplar situated directly on the riverbank . Bracket fungus consistent with Ganoderma species, is present at the base and there are visible signs of root plate movement, indicating decay and instability. Proposed works: Reduce to chest height on safety grounds to prevent potential collapse into the river. All works to be completed using appropriate rigging and control techniques to protect the riverbank and surrounding vegetation. T3 Crack Willow Location: Lower garden area Approximate height 5m Proposed Works: Pollard to suitable growth points to promote a balanced, globular structure and maintain long term safety. All cuts to be made to appropriate unions following BS3998:2010 guidance. T4 Spruce Location: Side of premises adjacent to 11 Bridge End Approximate height 10m Proposed works: Cut back branches by up to 1.5 metres from the building to ensure sufficient clearance and prevent contact with the property. Selective pruning only, retaining overall form and symmetry. General notes: All arisings will be removed from site and the are left clean and tidy upon completion. All works to be undertaken by qualified arborists in accordance with BS3998:2010, using appropriate safety equipment ancd methods.

Proposal details

Reference
P25/S3316/TCA
Agent
Benson Tree Services

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11 Bridge End, Dorchester-on-Thames, OX10 7JR

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06112025 161715 No objection to CA worksApplication FormNot publishedView
06112025 164818 No objection to CA worksApplication FormNot publishedView
P25-S3316-TCAApplication FormNot publishedView

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No obj CA works

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