Tree ID: 2253
Yews recorded: Ancient 4m-5m
Tree girth: 462cm
Girth height: not recorded
Tree sex: male
Date of visit: 31-May-06
Source of earliest mention: 1859: Not known
Notes:Described as a ‘giant yew’ in a poem called Coity Castle, dated September 14th 1859 (source unknown). It grows within a 3’/4′ high circular wall, hiding the base of the tree. Massive branches have been systematically removed, especially on the lower part of the tree. It was measured below sawn off low branches.
Further information dated 1859 states “The parish church of Coity stands immediately behind the castle and beautiful building of the gothic style, and is now in course of restoration. Nerar it stands a gigantic Yew tree, numbering at least 100 or 200 years in age, giving an air of solemnity and antiquity to the churchyard.”
| Tree ID | Location | Photo | Yews recorded | Girth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2253 | Coity | |
Ancient 4m-5m | 462cm not recorded - view more info |
