THE first of two days of work to dismantle trees described as 'iconic' in Dorchester is to take place this weekend.
Two chestnut trees on South Street in Dorchester town centre are to be removed after a report found that they were a danger to the public due to being significantly decayed.
A statement from the council said: "We’re sad to announce a report has revealed significant decay and poor structural condition of two trees on Lower South Street.
"This presents a significant danger to public safety meaning we have no choice but to remove them.
"As these trees were a huge part of the town’s landscape, the biggest priority for us is replacing them – which we’ll do with four beautiful new trees.
"We’re sad to lose our trees, but we look forward to watching the new ones grow to be just as spectacular."
The trees are to be taken down across two days this month with the first taking place this Sunday, February 19.
On this day the bottom of South Street will be closed to all road traffic with no access to Trinity Street.
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