The 300-year-old sycamore tree previously featured in Kevin Costner’s film Robin Hood, and was also chosen as England’s Tree of the Year.
One of the most famous trees in the world, so-called, was cut down on Thursday night Sycamore tree gapalso known as “Robin Hood Tree” – He writes ABC.
The Northumberland National Park Authority can confirm that the iconic sycamore tree fell overnight. There is reason to believe that it was cut intentionally
– said the authority.
According to the authorities, the perpetrator is a 16-year-old boy who is currently in detention, and the police are currently investigating the circumstances of the case.
The nearly 300-year-old sycamore is one of the most photographed trees in the UK, and is located next to Hadrian’s Wall, which dates back to Roman times. The tree is also sometimes called the “Robin Hood Tree” because it played a role in 1991 Kevin CostnerKind of Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves In the movie.
In 2016, the tree was chosen as Tree of the Year in England.
Jimmy Driscoll The mayor stated that he was also very angry about the vandalism, as the tree played an important role in the lives of many, attracted many tourists, and was also an important meeting place for families.
I had a picnic there with my wife and kids. This is part of our common spirit!
Driscoll said.