A named, long-standing tree carried in local memory as a landmark — included for its place in the landscape, with age and superlative claims held for verified sourcing.
Near Arrochar at the head of Loch Long grows a yew carrying the name of Robert the Bruce, remembered locally rather than confirmed by record.
What follows is drawn from published sources, with each claim labelled by how firmly it is established.
What to look for
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A living tree by Loch Long: keep to the path, and avoid touching the bark or standing on the root area.
What is said
Folklore and tradition, recorded as what is said — not as established fact.
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Whether a yew was ever planted for Robert the Bruce is not documented; the connection survives as a story told locally, which this page reports as tradition rather than history.
Plan your visit
- Location
- General area near Arrochar, Argyll and Bute
- Nearest settlement
- Arrochar
- Access
- Reached on a public path
- What survives
- Living-tree condition and access should be checked against current local guidance before any visit copy is expanded.
This is a sensitive or fragile site, so we show only its general area. Please check official heritage sources for access before visiting, and take care not to disturb it.
Nearby places
Sources
- Wikidata entity (accessed 2026-07-11)
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