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Sycamore Gap (Robin Hood Tree)

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Sycamore Gap (Robin Hood Tree)

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Sycamore Gap (Robin Hood Tree)

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This Highlight is in a protected area

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Location: Henshaw, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Steel Rigg & Sycamore Gap to Housesteads Fort from Steel Rigg — Northumberland National Park

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2. Winshield Crags & Housesteads Fort to Vindolanda Roman Fort loop from Sill — Northumberland National Park

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3. Sycamore Gap & Crag Lough loop from Steel Rigg — Northumberland National Park

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David Howells

September 29, 2023

As of September 27th 2023 we are shocked and desperately saddened to learn that the famous Sycamore Gap tree at Hadrian's Wall has been felled overnight in what appears to be a wanton act of vandalism. We know just how much this iconic tree is loved locally, nationally and by everyone who has visited. It has been an iconic and important feature of the Northumberland landscape for nearly 300 years.

bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-tyne-66947040

Dan Hobson

March 5, 2019

Sycamore Gap has become an iconic image of Hadrian's Wall. Its position within the dip is extremely stunning and makes for an excellent photo opportunity. This spot has celebrity status, too, after being featured in the movie Robin Hood Prince of Thieves, starring Kevin Costner, as well as a few television shows.

Denis

June 14, 2017

Known as Sycamore Gap, this is the place where Kevin Costner once escaped his enemies in Robin Hood Prince of Thieves.

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Location: Henshaw, North East England, England, United Kingdom

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1. Steel Rigg & Sycamore Gap to Housesteads Fort from Steel Rigg — Northumberland National Park

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