Peckham Rye Oaks - How old??

[EDOliver]

Hi Guys

I ride through Peckham Rye Park on a daily basis and always admire the mighty Oaks that loom over us all - they really are impressive.

Anyway, anyone know roughly how old the tress could be? am I right in thinking they could be in their 100's??

thanks

Oliver

[DulwichFox]

You could cut one down and count the rings..:))

NO Please don't do that..

Fox

[Marmora Man]

Alternatively try this formula:

The Tree Aging Formula

Take a diameter measurement (or circumference measurement) using a tape measure at Breast Height or 4.5 feet above stump level. If you are using circumference, you will need to make this calculation to determine the tree diameter: Diameter = Circumference divided by 3.14 (pi)

Then calculate the age of the tree by multiplying the tree's diameter by its growth factor:

Diameter X Growth Factor = Approximate Tree Age.

Growth Factors by Tree Species

Red Oak Species - 4.0 Growth Factor

White Oak Species - 5.0 Growth Factor

Pin Oak Species - 3.0 Growth Factor