A “tree of trees” has been planted in the grounds of a charity as a living memorial to the late Queen.
The alder was part of the Queen’s Green Canopy (QGC) and has now found a new home in the grounds of the Chailey Heritage Foundation in North Chailey, Lewes.
Chailey Heritage Foundation is one of more than 300 organisations from across the UK to receive a tree in recognition of its contribution to the community.
Two other charities from East Sussex were chosen to receive the honour – Emmaus Brighton and
The tree was planted by the Lord Lieutenant of East Sussex Andrew Blackman, who was accompanied by the Vice Lord Lieutenant Sara Stoner.
Over her 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth planted hundreds of trees at public engagements.
The Chailey tree now becomes part of the living legacy in honour of Her Majesty, joining more than a million trees already planted across the UK.
Gareth Germer, chief executive of the charity, said: “We were delighted to welcome both the Lord Lieutenant and the Vice Lord Lieutenant to meet some of the young people and help us plant this special tree.”
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