Tree ID: 2557
Yews recorded: Notable
Tree girth: 275cm
Girth height: at 130cm
Tree sex: male
Date of visit: 1-Jul-07
Source of earliest mention: 1659: Known planting date
Notes:This yew has a well documented planting date of 1659. It is considered to have been planted by ‘Lady Anne Clifford to celebrate the castle’s restoration after it was damaged in the Civil war’. Its girth of about 9′ has taken 366 years, making it a slow growing yew.
| Tree ID | Location | Photo | Yews recorded | Girth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2557 | Skipton Castle | |
Notable | 275cm at 130cm - view more info |
