Poppy memorial, Woodend Avenue of Honour monument

The Woodend Avenue of Honour was planted in 1918. 221 English, Algerian, and hybrid Oaks line the main street of the small town.

Symbolically connected with virtue and majesty, Oak trees have a very strong link to various myths and legends in Ancient British and Germanic lore. Most relevant to being planted in an Avenue of Honour, perhaps, is the association of Oaks with the virtues of kindness and nurturing, as well as the ability to fight when needed.