Bailies of Bennachie to plant 70 trees to mark Queen's Platinum Jubilee, with one already in the ground
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AN ENVIRONMENTAL charity is to plant dozens of Jubilee trees on the side on Bennachie.
The Bailies of Bennachie are to plant a total of 70 trees on the hillside of the famous Bennachie hills to mark the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.
The trees, tying into the Queen's Green Canopy project which encouraged people to "plant a tree for the Jubilee", are part of the groups aim to protect the ecosystem and history of the area.
Out of the 70 trees, the first was planted this weekend and the other 69 will be planted throughout the year.
Bailies of Bennachie Vice Chairwoman Ann Bailie said: “We wanted to send our congratulation to HM the Queen on the occasion of her Platinum Jubilee.
"The cherry tree was planted at the weekend near Shepherds Lodge on the colony trail.
"This area is near the recreated 19th Century Kailyard and is a space which already has some fruit trees.”
On their website the Bailies of Bennachie say: "We care about Bennachie, its natural environment, history and culture - protecting this unique landscape for future generations."
Formed in 1973, the group has over 5000 members and has become one of Aberdeenshire's best known environmental groups.
Click here for more information about the Bailies of Bennachie.
