Tribute has been paid to local victims of the Covid-19 pandemic with the planting of an oak tree at the new Sidney Road Town Green.

The oak will, say Ludlow Town Council, commemorate the victims of the pandemic, serving both as a poignant memorial and a celebration of the resilience and unity of the community during challenging times.

“The Covid-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on communities worldwide," said a spokesperson for the council.

"Ludlow Town Council hopes the oak tree will serve as a lasting tribute to those who have lost their lives and those affected by the pandemic in our community."

The tree was planted in a small ceremony yesterday, February 21, to which the local community was invited.

In addition to the tree planting, a permanent commemorative plaque will be installed at the base of the tree, a reminder of the lives lost and the community’s commitment to remembrance.

The tree will be registered on the Royal Horticulture Society national map as part of the Roots to Remembrance project, to commemorate those affected by the pandemic.