Tucked away in the quaint village of Lower Peover, the Tree of Imagination seems taken straight out of a fairytale.
In 2015, villagers came together to transform the carcass of an old, damaged oak into a magical curiosity.
Visitors will first notice the roof, which shields the tree’s interior from water damage and holds nesting boxes for bats, owls, and other birds. A cannon sits just below it, as if ready to defend the tree from intruders.
The closer one gets, the more details emerge. The trunk is adorned with miniature figures and shells. Several doors and windows dot it, inviting visitors to peek inside. Through them, you can spot a miniature staircase and a shelf filled with tiny books. There is also a kitchen, complete with a teapot on a table surrounded by chairs.
True to the parish’s vision, this tree delights and inspires children and all those who are still young at heart.
