A COMMEMORATIVE tree, planted to mark Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee, has been replaced in a Worcester park.
And all efforts were made to ensure the guest of honour at the original planting could be there a second time round.
The tree, which was planted to mark the celebration in 2012, was removed as part of the Kepax Bridge construction.
Second World War and Battle of the River Plate veteran, Jim London, planted the original tree 13 years ago with then Worcester mayor Roger Berry.
To honour the significance of the original planting, a replacement Ulmus Columella Rootball tree has now been planted in Gheluvelt Park.
And although Mr London has passed away since the initial planting, his memory was honoured at the replanting ceremony by his son, Graham London, who brought a cardboard cut out of his late father to represent him.
The Claines branch of the Royal British Legion were represented by chairman David Waldron, branch president Richard Jerrold and standard bearer Howard Jones.
Meanwhile, Area 8 Royal Naval Association were represented at the planting by president Nigel Trigg.
Coun Mel Allcott attended the tree planting as one of her final appointments during her year as mayor of Worcester.
She said: “It was a privilege to plant this commemorative tree and pay homage to Jim London with friends, relatives and veterans.”
