Tree Planted In Welland Park To Acknowledge Impact Of Pandemic

A cherry tree has been planted in Market Harborough’s Welland Park to acknowledge the impact of Covid-19 – one year since the first lockdown began.

Blossoming every March, it will serve as a lasting tribute to people who have lost their lives and to those who have offered help and support to others during the crisis.

The District Council will also plant a tree in Lutterworth Country Park in the coming days.

Cllr Bilbie, Chairman of Harborough District Council (pictured), said: “We hope that the cherry trees, which will blossom every March, will provide a focal point for people to reflect on how they, their loved ones and their community have been affected by the pandemic.

“The trees will also serve as a lasting tribute to those who have selflessly cared for people with the virus and provided invaluable support to people in their communities.”

Cllr Bilbie beside the cherry tree in Welland Park