http://www.rochestercatalpatree.co.uk/rss.php Supporting the conservation of England's oldest Catalpa tree en-gb Sun, 05 Sep 2010 13:29:10 GMT Sun, 05 Sep 2010 13:29:10 GMT http://www.rochestercatalpatree.co.uk info@rochestercatalpatree.co.uk info@rochestercatalpatree.co.uk http://www.rochestercatalpatree.co.uk/?pID=16 http://www.rochestercatalpatree.co.uk/?pID=16 City Trader Supports Appeal Godfrey George of Baggins Book Bazaar has been collecting donated books to raise money for the appeal. Trees make paper, paper makes books, books help save tree. Godfrey George who runs Baggins Book Bazaar in the High Street has joined the campaign to save the Catalpa tree.  He is collecting books to sell specifically for the Fund Appeal.  So if you have any books in good condition that you do not need and would like to support the appeal to save this iconic tree, please visit the shop to make a donation or to buy. You can call the shop on 01634 811651 or visit the website at the link above. http://www.rochestercatalpatree.co.uk/?pID=17 http://www.rochestercatalpatree.co.uk/?pID=17 Coffee Shop Supports Appeal The Rochester Coffee Co., Rochester's premiere Coffee House, is supporting Cllr Sue Haydock's appeal for funds to save the much loved and iconic tree which has stood in front of Rochester Cathedral for over 150 years. Susan Haydock, Fern Alder and Geoff from the Rochester Coffee Co. present the cheque for £250. Click to view larger image. The Catalpa, otherwise known as an American Indian bean tree, is in urgent need of conservation work to preserve it for future generations.  The appeal aims to raise the £22,000 needed for the most urgent work to provide new props, ground improvement works and extended railings. A spokesman for the Rochester Coffee Co. said, "Through our charity, we are investing in local heritage to make sure our local historic buildings and landscapes are available for future generations.  Part of the proceeds from the sale of our Fairtrade coffee and tea, are donated via our charity, to schools and worthy causes, to promote heritage to young people.  This donation of £250.00 fits in well with our desire for the Rochester Coffee Co to be supporting the rich heritage of the Rochester community." Cllr. Sue Haydock says “I kick-started the appeal with a contribution from my council Ward Improvement Fund.  Since then it has grown steadily.  This donation from the Rochester Coffee Co. will be a terrific boost, and enable early work to start once the necessary approvals have been granted.” Fern Alder, a Medway Tree Warden, said: “The tree is a rare example of a summer flowering tree.  Even the leaves have nectar and it is a favourite with bees. The Woodland Trust has been doing a national survey of ancient trees and this one has now been registered". Click here to visit the Rochester Coffee Co. website.