Art trees to take root in the Olympic Park

An artist's impression of the Trees after the Games

The artworks, created by British artists Ackroyd and Harvey, were today granted planning permission and will act as a permanent reminder of the Games and surrounding communities.

Once planted, each tree will have a large ring, engineered from either phosphored bronze or stainless steel and weighing up to 500kg, securely placed in the crown. The inside of the rings will be engraved with hidden histories.

They will be the largest trees on the Olympic Park, reaching up to 18 metres tall.

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