As shown on old and current maps Yew Tree Cottage has been on this site since circa. 1500 which is located at the rear of the “new” house, Yew Tree farm House, in the photograph opposite.

The "new" house was built around 1750 and named "New-Castle", around 1908 it started to be referred to as Yew Tree Farm. From recently researched census records it was confirmed that two and at one point 3 families resided here, in New-Castle/Yew Tree Farm House and Yew Tree Cottage.

The main farming focus today is on the pedigree heritage flock of "Shropshire Sheep", renowned for safely grazing within orchards and trees without causing damage. The Shropshire's are a major factor in helping in the re-establishment of the ancient Perry Pear orchards currently taking place.

In addition the farm is renowned for its high quality hay, sought after by many equestrian owners and also stored for feed in the winter months for the Shropshire's.

"Farmhouse Perry", (real pear cider), is made in limited supply from the Perry Pear trees on the farm.
To continue this old tradition, 20 trees were grafted from the original ancient trees and recently planted in the orchard.
Looking further ahead 20 maiden trees, (at least 1 year old), will be planted later this year plus an 20 trees have already been grafted again this year from the traditional stock.
Interestingly the Perry Orchard, following the recent research undertaken was found to have been known in ancient times as "Sawpit Orchard", a perry orchard!

“New-Castle” Cider will also be available this year made from apples on the farm.

Wassail!