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ancient woodland, beech, beech trees, Cwn George, Dinas Powys, trees, Wild garlic, woodland, Woodland Trust
Yesterday I feel in love. His name is George, George Wood, and he lives near the charming little village of Dinas Powys, west of Cardiff.
He’s part ancient semi-natural woodland and part new native woodland, primarily dominated by oak and ash but also more recently planted with beeches.
Although these beeches are recent, they are now considered an essential part of George’s personality.
George is a bit smelly at the moment because of his preference for masses of wild garlic, but his stunning good looks more than make up for this passing phase.
Though it’s his beeches that made me fall in love with him, I’m sure I will also come to love his oaks and ashes just as much. I can’t wait to get to know George better!
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theresagreen said:
A lovely woodland, but who was George and why does he have a valley named after him?
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sconzani said:
I haven’t asked about his family history yet, Theresa. I will next time I see him. 😉
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Denise said:
Beautiful 🙂
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Ann Kennedy said:
Would that more Georges come into our lives:-) I fear they are leaving us only to be replaced by structures that aren’t as easily loved. What a gentle and peaceful place!
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sconzani said:
Here people fight to keep the Georges of this world, Ann, though the government still tries to bulldoze through such places to build new motorways and other monstrosities. It’s madness.
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Beautywhizz said:
George is very good looking!
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sconzani said:
Isn’t he? You can see why I fell for him, I think. 🙂
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Lauri Novak Photography said:
What a beautiful place!! I’m guessing you’ll visit George often!
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sconzani said:
Thanks, Lauri. I’m hoping for a second date really soon! 😉
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