Neighbour's row after trees block 'picturesque' views at 'forever home'

Neighbour's row after trees block 'picturesque' views at 'forever home'Margaret Glancy said she had paid over the asking price for her dream property - partly because of the stunning views that she hoped to look out from her gardenCommentsNewsAnders Anglesey News Reporter06:00, 07 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesMargaret Glancy claimed the view was obscured by the trees (Image: Pressteam)A woman who insisted her neighbour's tree ruined her "picturesque" at her forever home has lost a fight to see them axed.‌Margaret Glancy retired to her home in Gourock, Inverclyde, and worked at creating a garden terrace to enjoy the scenery. But she said the impressive vista of the Firth of Clyde had been blocked by 32ft trees belonging to Eileen Docherty.‌She insisted the trees blocked light to the property and limited the growth of plants and left her unable to dry her washing. Ms Glancy claimed she was told by previous owners of the trees that she would be allowed to trim overhanging branches.‌View 2 ImagesViews of the Firth of Clyde - such as this one - are much sought after(Image: Getty Images)She turned to Inverclyde Council under high hedge legislation in a bid to have the trees reduced in height. The council rejected the move and she appealed to the Scottish Government but officials have upheld the decision.In an appeal letter, she wrote: "The reason for my appeal is I believe the tree canopy of mixed species does affect the reasonable enjoyment of my property. I bought this house in 2018 as my forever home to retire in. I paid over the asking price to ensure I had a better chance in securing the property.‌"A large part of this was because of the picturesque view over the River Clyde." She added: "There is no way I want to invade anyone's privacy or indeed lose my own but would like some of my view back again."I do not ask for any of the mature trees to be cut down but would like some sort of management of the offs...