The Bromley Oak
The Bromley Oak
Quercus robur
Notes of Interest
A large former boundary tree on the site of old Lovers Lane. This tree now has three stems, making an impressive trunk, with evidence of pollarding in its early life. A dominant feature in an urban environment, it retains its majestic size and beauty despite recent developments around it.
Travel
Bromley South British Rail; bus routes 61, 119, 126, 13.
Walking Directions
Turn right out of Bromley South Station and then immediately right again, down the hill away from the station and then straight up a stepped walkway. At top of the walkway turn left into Kentish Way. After 5 minutes you will come to the Pavillion Leisure Centre. Look for a footbridge crossing Kentish Way. The tree is next to the footpath, between the Pavillion Centre and Kentish Way, before the footbridge crossing.
Time taken to get there
10 minutes by foot from Bromley South Station.
Landmarks
The tree is next to the red-bricked Pavillion Leisure Centre just before the footbridge on Kentish Way.
Accessibility
Good. Right next to pavement, accessible all year round.
Actual Geographic Location