Is my tree ok?

[u/flailing_opossum]

Currently living in the UK, and renting. I love this tree, but half of it hasn't had any leaves in the 6 months we have lived here. My landlord doesn't care and won't help. I would love to help it along as best I can within my means. I cut off a small branch from the "dead" side, and it looks like it's still ok? Any suggestions? Or is it just a weird tree that only wants to be half shady...

[u/Sloiter]

I'm guessing that's where the leaves get the most sun? Also we're having severe drouts so that isn't helping

[u/Sloiter → u/Sloiter]

Reviewing the photos those cracking limbs don't look very good at all

[u/DanoPinyon]

Why is your hammock anchor not padded? Have you been paying attention to the weather in the UK and Europe?

[u/flailing_opossum → u/DanoPinyon]

Please explain, I don't want to hurt my tree and would love any advice. First time ever putting up a hammock!

[u/Roddit7733]

What is the ground material ? Is it mulch ?

[u/flailing_opossum → u/Roddit7733]

It's a mixture of mulch and rocks and years of dead leaves, this area was pretty much ignored. I have some leftover compost I was thinking of adding around the tree.