Destruction of the Sycamore Gap Tree

The iconic Sycamore Gap tree along Hadrian's Wall in England, believed to be 200 years old, was cut down in September 2023, triggering grief and outrage. Two men were convicted of the crime and are awaiting sentencing. The tree was a beloved landmark and an emblem of the region.

Destruction of 150-Year-Old Sycamore Gap Tree on Hadrian's Wall

Two men have been charged with cutting down the popular 150-year-old Sycamore Gap tree on Hadrian's Wall in northern England, causing criminal damage and damaging the wall built in A.D. 122 by Emperor Hadrian. The tree was featured in Kevin Costner's 1991 film 'Robin Hood: Prince Of Thieves.'