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As the highly publicized trial of two men who were accused with the illegal chopping down of the world-renowned Sycamore Gap tree commenced, it was revealed that the proceedings would be delayed. The tree, which had been valued at over £620,000 and was owned by the National Trust, was discovered lying across Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland on September 28, 2023. It had previously been named as England’s greatest tree and rose to global fame after featuring in the film, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves in 1991.
The landmark tree was illegally felled, resulting in the arrest of the defendants, Daniel Graham, 39 and Adam Carruthers, 32, both from Cumbria, who were charged for criminal damage. They, however, denied any wrongdoing. The trial was due to take place at Newcastle Crown Court, but with Daniel Graham reported to be unwell, it was postponed.
During the hearing, Judge Mrs Justice Lambert emphasized that it was in the public interest that the men be tried together. A hearing to determine a suitable court date is expected to take place in January.
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