Clipsham Yew Tree Avenue is a topiary collection near the Rutland village with roots which stretch back more than 200 years. The half-a-mile-long free attraction currently features 137 ancient yew ...

Traditionally popular plants for topiary in the UK are box (Buxus sempervirens) and yew (Taxus baccata). Box, a shrub, is more suitable for smaller shapes, whereas yew, a larger shrub or a tree ...