Sycamore Gap Tree, Tree landmark at Hadrian's Wall, England
The Sycamore Gap Tree was a sycamore tree that stood between two hills adjacent to the ancient Roman wall in Northumberland. The tree created a natural frame in the landscape and was accessible via walking paths near Hadrian's Wall.
A Newcastle lawyer named John Clayton planted the tree in the late 1800s while dedicating himself to protecting the Roman wall structures. The tree thus became connected to the preservation efforts of this historical site.
The tree became widely known after appearing in the 1991 Robin Hood film, drawing visitors interested in the movie's locations. Its image became closely linked to the landscape of Hadrian's Wall for travelers worldwide.
The location sits along the 84-mile Hadrian's Wall hiking route and is reachable via established walking paths. The area is equipped for hikers and offers straightforward access to the site during a longer walking journey.
The tree was named England's Tree of the Year in 2016, which brought it even greater attention from visitors. In September 2023, the roughly 150-year-old specimen was felled by unknown individuals.
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