In despair over the death of the 800-year-old Beauly Wych Elm tree, Annie and Jenny learn about the history of this amazing tree. 

Jenny sensibly explores the Valliscaulian Order and the monks who would have planted this tree. Annie puts 800 years of monarchs into rhyming couplets. 

Jenny examines the science of Dutch Elm Disease and what it means for the future of elm in Britain. 

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References:

Chisholm-Batten, E. Historical Notices and Charters of the Priory of Beauly. Transactions of the Royal Historical Society, 1876

Historic Environment Scotland, Beauly Priory Statement of Significance, 2019.

Simpson, W. The Valliscaulian Priory of Beauly. The Antiquaries Journal, 1955.