And America's white oak population, which grows best along the East Coast, is under threat due to climate change, land use, invasive insects and the decades it takes the trees to mature.

The cutting down of an ancient oak tree in north London is being investigated by the Metropolitan Police.The remains of the oak, estimated to be up to 500 years old, were discovered by council workers ...

Like plenty of other West Middlesex graduates, Connie White remembers the old oak tree from her time as a student.

The Ruxton Liberty Tree, a majestic white oak, has stood witness to nearly four centuries of history from its vantage point alongside what is now Bellona Avenue.