Tree ID: 1730
Yews recorded: Ancient 5m-7m
Tree girth: 541cm
Girth height: at narrowest
Tree sex: female
Date of visit: 16-Nov-03
Source of earliest mention: 2003: John Knight -archaeologist studying Wansdyke
Notes:November 2003 – Tim Hills: On a slope with spreading roots. Some fire damage in the tree’s hollow. Girth of 17′ 6” (533cm) recorded at the tree’s narrowest point.
October 2013 – Peter Norton: On a sloping woodland edge a female yew with some damage to one of the main leaders. Girth 17′ 9” (541cm) at the root crown. Two major basal cavities reveal the bole is quite hollow.
| Tree ID | Location | Photo | Yews recorded | Girth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1730 | Compton Dando | |
Ancient 5m-7m | 541cm at narrowest - view more info |
