your comments
Sue Rose, Holywell
Mother often spoke of the lonely tree,this weekend i am going there
Thu Oct 22 09:56:46 2009
Joe Evans
Hi guys, it's been a while since i've been on this site but seeing it again just reminded me of the wonders that are to behold at the beautiful town of Llanfyllin and in particular this wonderful area of heritage and culture - the lonely tree. I'm no longer the immature kid that i was before and am in a loving and committed relationship with the love of my life Zo. I plan to use this super duper area of the world to pop the question before buying a house in Aber and settling down for life. Don't worry though i'll be back to see this staggerring piece of nature as much as humanly possible. I love it.
Wed Mar 4 12:13:27 2009
Taichi, Japan
I wish Callie and other people were vigorous!!I used to live in Llanfylin in 1998-1999 and go there about 3 times. it was very nice place to look aroud the village and watch lot's of sheep you know.Oneday I'm gonna go back to Llanfylin and walk to Lonely Tree.
Thu Jan 8 09:46:51 2009
Suomi
A beautiful tranquil place which holds alot of memories for me as im sure it does for many.The views are just stunning ,and even though i now live thousands of miles away ,in my front room is a beautiful framed photo taken by and signed by Cordelia Weedon,every time i look at it i feel inner peace and hope.
Sun Jan 4 15:59:03 2009
Ron Newman Wolvey
A rock face below the 'several trees' is full of fossils (sea shells).The small quarry to the west of the lonely tree has rock layers showing wave formation.
Sat Dec 27 16:35:17 2008
Louise Churton (West Sussex)
I remember many a holiday as a child, visiting my grandparents Lily and Tom, who lived in Llanfyllin, climbing up to the lonely tree. A quiet place away from it all, where you were able to admire the lovely views. I have some great memories of our time spent as a family up the lonely tree. There would always be a race up the hill, first one to the tree. Hope to pop up that way & visit the tree again, with my daughter.
Fri Sep 5 13:59:50 2008
Elwyn Jones, Swindon, Wiltshire
The lonely tree remindes me of a classmate Herbert Lewis of Greenhall in Llanfyllin County School in late 1940's. He often talked of it and I then wished visit. Alas, when I was in the Airforce abroad I was told he was killed in a car accident.
Tue Jul 1 09:14:40 2008
Martin Ellis, Australia
I grew up in Llanfyllin and have many fond memories of walking over most of the grounds around the local area. I especially joyed making the trek up to the Lonely Tree to see the awesome views! I remember that we used to go to the Lonely Tree for nature walks in primary school. The first time I brought my Australian wife back to the village, I showed her the Lonely Tree and I would like to do the same with our children one day.
Mon Mar 3 10:19:44 2008
Harry, London
Ah the memories.What a great place I grew up in!
Mon Feb 11 14:57:33 2008
Ann Wynn-Jones[nee Davies] Crewe
In the 60's we would take a picnic up to the Lonely Tree on sunny Sunday afternoons and soak in the wonderful views.On the way up, where the path divides for the Several Tree, we would drop coins into the little spring and make a wish. Coming back down at dusk, the hillside would be lit by thousands of glow worms.
Fri Nov 23 15:41:30 2007
Jennie Davies, Amsterdam
My favourite place in the world too, I have 4 framed pictures of the Lonely tree on my walls in Amsterdam. Usually manage a walk up to the tree with my friend Julia when visiting Llanfyllin. My heart beats a little faster every time we drive past and get that first glimpse and then I can make some more photos......
Thu Nov 22 12:55:35 2007
Tim Hughes, North Wales
Many happy memories of walks to the lonely tree and the mis-spelt "Duw Cariad Duw" (God is love)with my friend Susan from Penymaes, Llanfyllin.
Tue Oct 16 09:05:47 2007
Rob , London
My favorite place in the world ! I got engaged there . My Mum and Mad took me for walks up there when I was a kid , my grandad camped up there when he was a boy and the view is fantastic . Been up there in all weather and it's alwasy fantastic. just a really special place . Hopefuly move back to the area one day
Fri Sep 7 11:14:35 2007
Harrymann
Its a fabulous tree and a magic spot... just remember to take your rubbish back with you... there's nasty bonfire scar nearby that footpath now, full of junk and cheap lager bottles. What is the matter with people today???PS. Remember that the tree is on private ground, respect it... Please!
Tue Jul 24 09:47:48 2007
Richard Churton, Surrey
I grew up within view of the Lonely Tree and spent many happy hours up there as a boy. I still manage to get up there about once a year and think about it very often along with the wonderful rolling hills around Llanfyllin.
Mon Jul 23 16:03:54 2007
AniBee from Guilsfield
I went up to the Lonely tree with loads of mates last year, it was awesome! we played deno and just basically had a fun relaxing time! It's so beautiful up there, you can see for miles and it's just breath-taking! I highly recommend goin up there, but the short way is a bit of a trek!
Fri May 11 11:05:35 2007
Wendy Williams (llwydiarth)
Here is where i go when times at home are tough, i recently moved over from Ibiza. its a bit of a contrast but the boys here are nice.The lonely tree is amazing and it should be preserved for as long as possible.
Wed Mar 21 12:07:36 2007
Luke Andrew
Just a shout out to say that the lonely tree is fabby and I really am in love with the place. Me, Rebecca and Leah used to come up here to play games and stuff. I now live in wonderful Brithdir, but I have to say that I am sad we dont have our own lonely tree. If you look closely at the tree I assure you that you will be able to see the face of a mysterious creature. This is the face of Amara, the old ferral child of Llanfyllin.
Mon Mar 5 09:40:33 2007
Tom Roberts
Hi im Tom. Me and my mother and father Hilary and Graham who I cherish so much used to come up to the lonely tree and I used to play the harp to their folk singing.
Mon Mar 5 09:39:50 2007
Olivia Davies
This site brings both happiness and yet saddness to me for when i was a young gal my father wd take me up ther and tell me stories about the gud old days of llanfyllin! ahhh such gud times! but it is also a place wher you can escape the husslebussle of town life and get away from it all! this is a sacred and beautiful site that should be cherishsed by generations to come.
Tue Feb 27 15:19:20 2007
Iwan Vaughan
This is where me and kelly come to take the dogs for a walk. We end up spending the night in a tent up here. The view is breath-taking and i really love Llanfyllin, because kelly lives nearby. She's just come back from holiday, I have missed her al ot so look forward to going up to the lonely tree with her on friday night.
Tue Feb 27 11:36:24 2007
Tim Richardson
I love to go to the tree and fantasize bout my school days. i have so many fond memories from it especially games with the boys
Sat Feb 10 11:23:58 2007
Anne-Marie, Tywyn
We used to do cross country running up to the Lonely Tree when I was in high school in Llanfyllin. I loved cross country running, but was always last! When I visit home and pass the tree upon the hill it always reminds me of the happy times I had in school.
Thu Jan 18 22:20:06 2007
Joe Evans
I like to go here just to think about life and that mate!
Tue Dec 12 16:50:24 2006
Falkingham Leeds
I lived in the village for aa year in 91 i made the climb up to the lonely many times. The view is stunning from the top, abit of heaven on earth. I miss that view but have it in my head.
Mon Nov 20 10:16:01 2006
A McCarthy (now moved on from Llanfyllin)
My Grandmother's ashes were taken to the lonely tree, everytime I drive past I look up and think about her and the stunning view she has up there.
Wed Aug 9 16:46:31 2006
léa marling, london
I remember when I was little my mother told me that she and my uncle used to go up to the lonely tree early in the morning with a flask of tea and sit and look over Llanfyllin.
Mon Jun 5 13:48:25 2006
Andi C-Jones from London
Recently my partner and I (soon to be wife) have had a little boy. This gave us a new out look on life and concerns we never thought we would have. We started to think about buying our own house as we had been traveling as musicians for years and wanted to give our boy a safe and stable enviroment to grow up in. We started the hunt for somewhere and we cannot believe our luck that we have found somewhere in Llanfyllin. Having visited sice we found the property, we have found everyone to be polite and friendly, which in the times we live in is a rarity (I know I spend a lot of time in London!) We hope to move in before Christmas and look forward to introducing ourselves to everyone over the next few years.
Tue Oct 18 11:42:29 2005
Lisa Newnham, Hertfordshire
I remember the Lonely Tree from when the workhouse was an adventure centre.
The Challenge Adventure Centre. I used to take lovely walks up to the Lonely Tree and remember it fondly. I hope the workhouse is restored; I was curious to know what had happened to it and decided to look on the internet. I used to holiday, live and work there when it was the adventure centre. I have never given the lonely tree a hug. Maybe I will if I ever visit again.
Thu Oct 13 23:17:50 2005
Have you given the Lonely Tree a hug? Do you know of any other customs associated with Llanfyllin or other towns in Mid Wales? Add your comments below?
