A South Down tree may soon become Northern Ireland's Tree of the Year.
At a hundred and eighty the ancient Rostrevor Oak is thought to be the oldest in Ireland.
The tree in Kilbroney Park in Rostrevor is up against five others on the shortlist.
The winning tree, with the most public online votes, will receive a £1,000 tree care grant.
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