Reformers Tree, Hyde Park

This sculpture designed by Harry Gray and Roz Flint of Colvin and Moggeridge Landscape Architects was commissioned by the Royal Parks in 2001.

The circular mosaic in black and white stones has an outer ring of Woodkirk sandstone into which is carved the text:

"This mosaic has been designed to commemorate Reformers Tree, a venerable tree, which was burnt down during the Reform League riots in 1866. The remaining stump became a notice board for political demonstration and gathering point for Reform League meetings. A new oak tree was planted nearby by Prime Minister, James Callaghan on 7 November 1977 on the spot where Reformers Tree was thought to have stood."