Local resident Catherine Cape shared her personal memories associated with the tree, highlighting its significance to her family and the wider community.

Before its destruction, the sycamore was a major tourist attraction, with 80% of inquiries at the visitor center related to visits to the tree, although interest dropped significantly after its removal.

A beloved sycamore tree, known as the 'Robin Hood Tree' due to its appearance in the 1991 film 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves,' was cut down on September 28, 2023, sparking public outrage in northern England.

The emotional impact of the tree's destruction has been profound, with many residents expressing anger and sadness over the loss of this cherished landmark.

Prosecutors allege that the tree's value exceeded £620,000 (approximately $790,000), while the damage to Hadrian's Wall was assessed at £1,100 (around $1,400).

Both defendants have pleaded not guilty, and the trial is expected to last about ten days, with little information released to maintain the integrity of the legal proceedings.

Despite the loss of the tree, over 100 seeds and 40 saplings have been cultivated since its felling, with plans to distribute these as part of a 'Trees of Hope' initiative.

A section of the tree's trunk is now on display at the Northumberland National Park visitor center, and new shoots from its stump are being cultivated into saplings for future planting.

The police have classified the incident as 'deliberate vandalism,' noting that it not only destroyed a cherished symbol but also caused damage to the historic Hadrian's Wall.

Two men, Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers, are currently on trial at Newcastle Crown Court, facing charges of criminal damage related to the tree's destruction and the damage done to nearby Hadrian's Wall.

Cape remarked that while new life may sprout from the tree's stump, it will never return to its former glory during their lifetimes.

In a community response to the incident, a local pub offered free drinks for information leading to the arrest of those responsible, resulting in the initial arrest of a 16-year-old, who was later cleared.