Tree Preservation Orders in Merrybent
Merrybent is a village in Darlington within Darlington Borough Council, the planning authority responsible for Tree Preservation Orders here.
No TPO data available for Darlington Borough Council
Darlington Borough Council is the planning authority for Merrybent, and we don't currently have its Tree Preservation Order data. This doesn't mean there are no TPOs in Merrybent — just that this authority's data is not yet in our dataset. View Darlington Borough Council
The 4 TPOs shown on the map sit within 2km of Merrybent but fall within neighbouring Richmondshire District Council — not Darlington Borough Council.
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TPO details
1996/01/TPO, T1— Individual tree(BEECH)
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Richmondshire District Council2025/12/TPO, 1— Individual tree(BEECH)
Richmondshire District Council2025/17/TPO, 1— Individual tree(YEW)
Richmondshire District Council
This data is provided for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most up-to-date position. If you are planning work on or near a protected tree, you should contact your local planning authority to confirm the current status of any Tree Preservation Orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there Tree Preservation Orders in Merrybent?
We show 4 TPO records within 2km of Merrybent centre, some of which fall just over the boundary in Richmondshire District Council.
How do I check for TPOs near Merrybent?
Enter your postcode in our search tool to see TPOs near Merrybent plotted on an interactive map. Results show Tree Preservation Orders within 200m of your postcode centroid.
Which planning authority covers Merrybent?
Merrybent falls within Darlington Borough Council, which is responsible for making and enforcing Tree Preservation Orders in the area. Some TPOs shown on our map sit within 2km of the centre but fall under neighbouring Richmondshire District Council.
What happens if I do work on a TPO tree near Merrybent?
Carrying out prohibited work on a TPO-protected tree without consent is a criminal offence. Destroying a protected tree can result in an unlimited fine. Other unauthorised work, such as lopping or topping, can result in a fine of up to £2,500. If you need to carry out work, apply to your local planning authority for consent first.