Sycamore Gap Tree, Tree landmark at Hadrian's Wall, England
A sycamore tree stood between two hills next to the ancient Roman wall, creating a natural frame in the Northumberland landscape.
The tree was planted in the late 19th century by Newcastle lawyer John Clayton, who dedicated efforts to preserve the Roman wall structures.
The tree gained international recognition after its appearance in the 1991 film Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, starring Kevin Costner.
The National Trust maintained walking paths around the tree location, making it accessible via the 84-mile Hadrian's Wall hiking route.
In September 2023, unknown individuals cut down this 150-year-old tree, which had won England's Tree of the Year award in 2016.
Location: Henshaw
GPS coordinates: 55.00355,-2.37388
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:50
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