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Gresford

Tree ID: 480

Yews recorded: Ancient 7m+

Tree girth: 884cm

Girth height: not recorded

Tree sex: male

Date of visit: 11-Aug-99

Source of earliest mention: 1801: The orthodox churchman's magazine

Notes:

The postcard shows that the tree has been protected by railings for a long time. There appeared to have been fire or smoke damage in the past and wire netting now blocks some of the holes. At least 8 substantial branches lean outwards around the tree. 29′ girth recorded in Meredith’s gazetteer.

Yew trees at Gresford:

Tree ID Location Photo Yews recorded Girth
480 Gresford Ancient 7m+ 884cm not recorded - view more info