The Leader of Worcester City Council and the Chair of the Battle of Worcester Society paid tribute to the fallen soldiers of the English Civil War by planting an oak tree at Fort Royal Park. This historic site was the scene of the decisive battle that sealed the victory of the Parliamentarian forces in 1651. The choice of an oak tree was symbolic, as Charles Stuart, the future King Charles II, had hidden in an oak tree at Boscobel House before escaping to France following his defeat at Worcester.

The Battle of Worcester marked a turning point in English history, marking the end of the English Civil War and paving the way for the eventual restoration of the monarchy under conditions that recognized the supremacy of Parliament. This victory solidified the power of the Commonwealth under Oliver Cromwell and laid the foundation for modern democracy. The oak tree planted at Fort Royal Park serves as a lasting memorial to those who fought and died in this pivotal battle.