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Men Jailed for Cutting Down UK’s Iconic Sycamore Gap Tree

Vandalism of beloved landmark met with strong public condemnation

15 July 2025 · 23:44 UTC

Two men have been sentenced to over four years in prison for felling the Sycamore Gap tree, one of the UK’s most photographed and cherished natural landmarks.

The prosecution described the act as a ‘moronic mission’ that caused widespread public outrage and cultural loss, with the court’s decision underscoring the seriousness of environmental vandalism.