Finding the real chained oak of Alton Towers

Just back from a week in Staffordshire and as well as the inevitable visit to Alton Towers we decided to explore some of the countryside surrounding the park and look for the chained oak which is featured in the Hex attraction in the park. In case you were not aware, the oak actually exists and is not just an idea made up by the ride creators. If you enjoy the video please give it a like and subscribe to the channel for many more videos coming soon.

[@MrStickman1997]

The Chained Oak seems to still be alive, getting bigger, and it's roots and branches have adapted to the chains. At this rate, I bet that one day it will be as big as the Major Oak...

[@arthurperno292]

Yes, it's a shame the weight of the chains brought one of the main branches down years ago.(Ironic really when they were supposed to be there to keep the branches on in the first place)

[@Sylhex]

Wow... it's really crazy how the chains have grown together in the tree!

[@arthurperno292]

I know. If anyone has any doubts about how long the chains have been there, they just need to look at that.

[@araftofwanderingotters206]

But who was the family member that died?

[@arthurperno292]

I'm not sure. I've looked it up online and some reports say it was the Earl's son but the details seem a bit vague.