"Near the playground area at west of the park. It has been in the park for at least 40 years as our silk worms thrived on its leaves." (Mary Clarke) "There used to be a huge middle stem but it was blown down." (Jim Bell) Leaves were used to feed local silkworms 40 years ago [ed: Kelsey Manor dates to 13th century] http://www.beckenhamhistory.co.uk/locations/kelseyestate

Public transport: Beckenham Jct / Eden Park

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