Kingley Vale — Yew Tree Crewneck Sweatshirt | Heritage Clothing
S / Black
£45.99
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Kingley Vale — Yew Tree Crewneck Sweatshirt | Heritage Clothing
£45.99
Kingley Vale — The Dead Still Stand
There are places in Britain where the past doesn't stay buried. Kingley Vale is one of them — a grove of ancient yews so old that some were already centuries deep when the Vikings came. The warriors who fell here never truly left. Legend says the great yews rose from their burial mounds, roots drinking from the blood of the slain, branches reaching toward a sky they once fought beneath. This crewneck captures that moment of stillness before the memory fades: a circle of ghostly figures standing shoulder to shoulder, shield to shield, a wall of the dead holding the line across a thousand years. The muted greens and greys of the moonlit forest sit naturally on black fleece, and the relaxed midweight construction makes this as comfortable on a cold morning walk as it is around a fire at dusk.
Product features
- Unisex adult fit — true to size across S–2XL
- Gildan 18000 — 50/50 cotton-poly blend, 8.0 oz/yd² for warmth and structure
- Tubular knit construction — no side seams for cleaner drape
- Ribbed collar, cuffs, and hem with double-needle stitching throughout
- OEKO-TEX® certified dyes with tear-away label for comfort
- Available in Black
- Made in Nicaragua
Size guide
| S | M | L | XL | 2XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width, in | 20.00 | 22.01 | 24.00 | 26.00 | 28.00 |
| Length, in | 27.00 | 28.00 | 29.00 | 30.00 | 31.00 |
| Sleeve length (from centre back), in | 33.50 | 34.50 | 35.50 | 36.50 | 37.50 |
| Size tolerance, in | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 | 1.50 |
Care instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Non-chlorine bleach as needed
- Tumble dry low heat
- Do not dry clean
Frequently asked questions
Is this unisex?
Yes — unisex adult fit, true to size across S–2XL. Fits men and women as a standard relaxed crewneck. If you prefer a more fitted look, size down.
What colour is available?
Currently available in Black only — the dark base is integral to the moonlit forest aesthetic of the design.
What is Kingley Vale?
Kingley Vale is an ancient yew forest in the South Downs, West Sussex — one of the oldest and most atmospheric natural sites in Britain. Local legend holds that the great yews grew from the burial mounds of Viking warriors slain there in AD 894, their roots drinking from the blood of the fallen. The forest has been considered a haunted place for centuries. Read the story behind the design: Echoes of the Slain — The Viking Ghosts of Kingley Vale →
What does the design show?
A ghostly procession of Viking warriors — shield to shield, shoulder to shoulder — standing in the moonlit yew grove. The muted greens and greys sit naturally on black fleece, evoking the stillness of a forest that has held its dead for over a thousand years.
Is this available as a t-shirt?
Yes — the same design is available as the Kingley Vale — Yew Tree T-Shirt. Gildan 5000, 100% cotton, S–5XL.
Is this suitable as a gift?
Yes — a considered gift for history enthusiasts, folklore readers, fans of dark and atmospheric heritage design, or anyone drawn to the quiet power of ancient places. Explore the full Kingley Vale Collection — exclusively at The Shield Wall.
Where is it made?
Made in Nicaragua using OEKO-TEX® certified, ethically grown US cotton. Printed to order and fulfilled via local print partners for efficient UK and EU delivery.
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Gildan 18000, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings / Hazard: For adults only. Made in Nicaragua.
Country of origin: Made in Nicaragua
Care instructions: Machine wash cold (max 30°C), non-chlorine bleach as needed, tumble dry low, do not dry clean
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