Remembering Sycamore Gap

Update: 2025-05-14

Description

On September 27th 2023, the famous Sycamore Gap tree in Northumberland was felled overnight in an act of vandalism, triggering a far-reaching wave of shock and sorrow.

Join Heather Birkett, as she goes behind the scenes to explore the enduring impact of this beloved landmark, the aftermath of its loss, and the community’s efforts to preserve its memory.

This episode has been updated from an previous release; National Trust Podcast - Sycamore Gap |One Year on

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Production

Host: Heather Birkett

Producer: Nikki Ruck, Katy Kelly, Pippa Tilbury-Harris

Sound Design: Nikki Ruck

Discover more

To find out the latest information surrounding The Sycamore Gap Tree including The Trees of Hope campaign

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sycamore-gap

Find out what’s on in Northumberland Park and The Sill: National Landscape Discovery Centre

https://www.northumberlandnationalpark.org.uk/whats-on/

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