Trespasser chops down fruit trees at Sheffield primary school

Hallam Primary School reported on Wednesday that it had called police after a number of fruit trees on a footpath at the bottom end of its grounds were chopped down at the trunk, meaning they are unlikely to bear fruit again.

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“We are really cross and upset that the trees, which were planted by all members of the school community have been destroyed in this way,” said the school, which is on Hallam Grange Crescent.

“They were bought with money raised by our families through the PTFA (Parents, Teachers and Friends Association), and our children use them on a regular basis as part of our outdoor learning activities. I'm sure you will agree that for someone to do this is totally unacceptable.”

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A fundraising appeal has been launched to raise £300 for new fruit trees. To donate, visit www.justgiving.com/fundraising/hallamprimarytrees.