Yew
Tree Avenue
Ancient
Yew trees line the path approaching the Chapel. Headstones marking
old graves are strategically positioned throughout this grow of Yews.
This high
cross was carved in the north of Scotland to be brought to St.
David's. On the journey it was placed in Nevern, in this
Churchyard. There it has stayed.
The
"Bleeding Yew" Tree
This
Yew tree 'bleeds' and unidentifiable red liquid that has baffled scientists
and arborist for years. The legend states that a man was hung from
this tree and it has been bleeding ever since. It also states that
the tree will continue to bleed until a Welshman sits on the throne in
Nevern Castle.
Pentre
Ifan
Megalithic Tomb c.3500BC
The
capstone weighs 16 tons, is over 16 feet long and sits 8 feet off the
ground. This dolmen marks an ancient burial chamber. Legend
states that fairies are often seen here. They appear as
'little children in
clothes like soldiers' clothes and with red caps.
Pentre
Ifan
Carn Ingli (Mount of Angels) appears in background ( where St. Brynach
communed with God when he he lived on the mountain as a hermit).
