Residents have expressed concern following tree clearance work at Wanstead Golf Club.
“We were shocked and angry to see the removal of a woodland copse and rich undergrowth on the golf course adjoining Overton Drive. Residents nearby now feel exposed, with protection from golf balls threatened, and the impact on wildlife will be huge,” said a local resident. Planning permission for a range of tree works on the golf course was granted last year.
The golf club has been approached for comment.
Redbridge Council has issued a statement in response to residents’ concerns. “The golf club has several permissions in place for tree works across the course. Council officers have visited and confirmed that the works currently taking place match one of the approved permissions. At this time, the council has no evidence that any unauthorised tree works are being carried out.”
Details of the approved works can be viewed on the council’s planning portal.
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