THE National Trust plans to re-open spectacular views across Taunton Vale by removing trees from the slopes of the Wellington Monument site in response to local opinion.

Countryside manager Nigel Garnsworthy said: “The most frequent comment we get about the site is that it’s a real shame people can no longer benefit from the views that reach across to Exmoor and the Quantock Hills.  We’re really pleased now to respond to what local people want.”

Work to remove about 400 trees was set to start on Monday and last about a month.

See this week’s Wellington Weekly News for the full story.