Planning application
26/00019/TPC
Pilgrims School 3 The Close Winchester Hampshire SO23 9LT
Proposal
Completion of all works listed in Survey MB251110, carried out by Arbor Eco Consultancy. This work is indicated by 2x Maps, showing work from T1-T11 and G1-G5.
As published by the council, reference 26/00019/TPC
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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8 Jan 2026
Received by Winchester
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27 Mar 2026
Decision issued: That no objection be raised
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26 Jul 2026
Added to PlanIndex
What a grant of permission means
The process from here
Permission has been granted, usually subject to conditions listed on the decision notice, some of which must be discharged before work starts. The decision notice on the council portal sets out exactly what was approved.
Work must normally begin within three years of the decision or the permission lapses. Neighbours cannot appeal a grant; challenging one means judicial review of how the decision was made, within tight time limits.
About trees applications
How this application type works
Tree applications cover work to protected trees: those under a tree preservation order need consent for pruning or felling, and trees in a conservation area need six weeks written notice before work starts. The council assesses the amenity value of the tree and can refuse consent, approve it with conditions, or in conservation areas make a preservation order in response.
Nearby applications
Within 500 metres
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25/02453/TPC Granted
33 Wharf Hill Winchester Hampshire SO23 9NQ
G1 - A group of 3x self-sown Sycamores growing close to Black Bridge on the River Itchen. The tree roots are now undermining the rivers support piles and forcing them apart. These support piles would have been put in place before the flats were built. The future growth of these trees could also affect for foundations of bridge. The trees are in poor condition and are self-sown, there is evidence of some branch removal in the past. I would recommend felling and removing these trees to alleviate further damage before remedial work on the banking can take place.
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25/02350/TPC Granted
Wharf Farm Dairy Wharf Hill Winchester Hampshire SO23 9NQ
Intended Works: Removal of 3x Sycamore Trees (Acer Psuedoplatanus) from garden of Wharf Farm Dairy (pictures attached). The three sycamore trees are between 8 & 10 metres from the outer wall of the house and lie between 1 & 2 metres of the foundations of the Grade 2 Listed Blackbridge over the River Itchen. The Sycamores are an estimated 12 meters in height and lower branches reach to within 2m of the building. Reasons for removal: Allow light into the garden. Growth under the heavy sycamore canopy is restricted & grass will not grow. Prevent future root damage to both house and bridge Reduce leaf & seed fall which is causing guttering blockages and damage to the property. Mitigating Planting: A Weeping Willow (Salix Babylonica) will be planted adjacent to the site of the furthest sycamore to maintain the aesthetic aspect of the property when viewed from Blackbridge & College Walk.
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26/00338/TPC Granted
Wolvesey Palace College Street Winchester Hampshire SO23 9NB
Works to be carried out as per the survey attached (within 6 months and within 12 months).
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26/01026/TPC Granted
Wolvesey Palace College Street Winchester Hampshire SO23 9NB
G1 - Group of Hornbeam - Crown lift group of 2-3 Hornbeam over school sports field and path to 3m above ground level.
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26/01360/TPC Granted
30 Wharf Hill Winchester Hampshire SO23 9NQ
G1- Mixed speices - Remove small trees and shrubs to near ground level at rear of property up to and retaining hedge at fence-line.
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25/02270/LIS Granted
Chamber Court Winchester College College Street Winchester Hampshire
The excavation of an area at the upper level of the wall and installation of a concrete padstone (330mm wide, 215mm high and 215mm deep) and a steel beam (152mm x 152mm).
Other trees applications
In Winchester
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26/01203/TPO Granted
21 Shepherds Down Alresford Hampshire SO24 9PP
G1 Sycamore - Crown lift trees up to 4/5m on branch ends to lift over driveway & footpath. Remove epicormic growth
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26/01281/TPO Granted
Tall Trees Peach Hill Lane Crawley Winchester Hampshire SO21 2PZ
T6 - Yew tree Height 18m to reduce to no less than 15m, radial spread 11m to reduce to no less than 8m. Arboricultural Justification: To undertake a sympathetic crown reduction in accordance with BS3998:2010 to maintain the tree at a sustainable size relative to its growing environment and reducxe end-weight thoughout the crown. The works will lessen mechanical loading on extnded limbs, improve the tree's long-term structural integrity, and reduce the liklihood of branch failure during adverse weather conditions. The propsoed reduction will retain the tree's natural form and amenity value whilst establishing an appropriate management cycle for this mature specimen. T7 - Sycamore to take back to source the first 4no branches at 35mm stem diameter Arboricultural Justification: To remove four small lower branches by pruning bak to source. The works are minor in nature and intended to improve canopy structure and provide appropriate clearance beneath the crown. The proposed pruning involves the removal of small diameter branches only and will not adversely affect the health or stability of the tree. (Amended)
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26/01520/TPC Awaiting decision
73 Upper Brook Street Winchester Hampshire SO23 8DG
T1- Magnolia grandiflora - Fell to ground level. Alternative management options have been considered but are not suitable due to the tree's condition and/or the management objectives. Removal to ground level is considered the most appropriate course of action.
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26/01515/TPC Awaiting decision
The Garden House Haig Road Alresford Hampshire SO24 9LX
T1- Tulip Tree - Reduce the lateral canopy spread by up to 3 m (governed by suitable pruning points) to maintain an appropriate clearance from adjacent buildings while retaining the tree's natural form and balanced crown structure. These works form part of the ongoing arboricultural management of the tree and are intended to maintain its size, structure and long-term health within the garden setting.
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26/01513/TPO Awaiting decision
Currawong George Eyston Drive Winchester Hampshire SO22 4PE
T1-T5 Beech - All 5 trees have extensive squirrel damage in upper limbs and branches. These are now posing a safety hazard to the owners & neighbours. Suggestion is to shorten damaged limbs and branches as appropriate to their lengths and amount of damage to reduce the risk of failure. Estimated reduction is maximum 3m but less if safe to do so & leaving decent growth points. 1 limb recently broke & fell into owners garden & the climbing inspection was undertaken & the damage was highlighted.