MELKSHAM could join a nationwide project which will see millions of trees planted across the country to commemorate the centenary of the end of World War 1.
Wiltshire has been invited to plant 10,000 trees, one for each solider from Wiltshire who lost their life during the war. This could be in the form of a large, central memorial wood or by town and parish councils participating in a more local way.
Melksham Town Council has expressed interest in the idea and will look into how best to get involved.
The planting would take place during November 2018, 100 years since the end of World War 1, and schools and local groups are being encouraged to get involved.
Councillor Pat Aves said, “We loved the idea and I am hoping to get kids involved with this too. I love trees!
“We are looking at where we can put them, where everyone can enjoy them and remember and appreciate what these men and women died for.
“I’m looking forward to helping in some practical way, although I’m not much good at digging!”
Councillor Terri Welch said, “We very much liked the idea and we are already in talks with Melksham Without Parish Council about what we can do together.
“Meetings have already taken place and will continue, but the Woodland Trust who are supporting the project want a new woodland to be planted, rather than just a few trees here and there, so there’s lots to discuss. But it is a lovely idea and it is good to see the two councils working together.”
