This is a very old maple tree, one of the most photographed trees in the UK. “It was an act of vandalism,” they said.
Cutting down a Robin Hood tree in the United Kingdom. Photo: EFE.
Historical tree sycamore gap, Also known as the tree Robin HoodThe sycamore maple tree that appeared in the 1991 film starring Kevin Costner. It was cut off In an act that the authorities interpret as sabotage
The tree grew in a natural hole in the nearby landscape Hexhamwas awarded Tree of the Year in 2016 and was a point A reference in the British scene.
Northumbria Police said:An intentional act of sabotage” And “Maybe it was cut off during the night.”
Cutting down a Robin Hood tree in the United Kingdom. Video: Reuters.
by the way, A 16-year-old boy was arrested On suspicion of causing damage, according to major British media.
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Ian SprottThe photographer, who photographed the tree's beauty for years, shared his shock and sadness upon discovering the damage.
“I was stunned, overcome with anger and now sadness.” he said, adding that he felt it “They tore the heart out.”
Cutting down a Robin Hood tree in the United Kingdom. Photo: EFE.
He compared the loss of the tree to the destruction of ancient monuments, wondering out loud: “Why would anyone do this?”
Stephen LomasAnother photographer expressed his sadness by saying:The place he loves best in Northumberland practically no longer exists.” According to the BBC.
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