The Enfield Oak is not as well known as the Sycamore which was wantonly vandalised at Sycamore Gap, but environmentally and ecologically it’s loss is far more significant. One of around only 20 ancient Oaks in London. It is irreplaceable. What is left of the trunk must be left in place, it may even sprout anew. If, as suggested, part of it was dying, it should have been protected by fencing. Once Oaks reach that age they start to lose branches. Some even stated it was dead; really, during the winter, with no leaves? On the other hand it sounds like financial and development pressures led to its destruction. So,…