Ancient Welsh Yews
Often found in the corner of a churchyard ; revered by the Celts and the wood of choice for making a long bow.
Last updated: 14 March 2010
Country Focus - Sunday 14th March at 07.30am presented by Melanie Doel
The Yew, Taxus baccata, is an ancient tree species that has survived since before the Ice Age. Melanie Doel explores the historical, cultural and spiritual significance of - from its connections to pre-history to its role in providing wood for the English Longbow for nearly three centuries. With music specially composed and performed by ethnobotanist .
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