That old chestnut: Tree contest is all about inner beauty

The search is on for Ireland’s most loveable tree. Finalists for the inaugural National Tree Huggers Contest have been selected from across the country.

Each tree has been nominated by someone who feels close to a particular tree, and now the final 15 go through to a public vote.

Unlike other contests, the story behind the tree is the most important aspect, not the age, beauty or height.