Kirkandrews-on-Eden and Grinsdale are small villages by Hadrian's Wall with around 600 residents. The communities lack shops and pubs but have village halls. In 2023, Daniel Graham, known for his bullying behavior, and Adam Carruthers cut down the iconic Sycamore Gap tree using a chainsaw. Their actions were met with public outrage and embarrassment among local residents. Justice Lambert confirmed Carruthers was the main perpetrator while Graham aided him. Residents expressed shame and disappointment that someone from their community committed such an act of vandalism.
The iconic Sycamore Gap tree, a landmark of Hadrian's Wall, was cut down by Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers during a storm on September 28, 2023.
Local residents claimed to have been threatened by Daniel Graham's oppressive behavior as he pursued a planning dispute over a caravan in the village.
The act of cutting down the Sycamore Gap tree has deeply embarrassed the local communities, with residents expressing shame over the actions of one of their own.
Justice Lambert confirmed that Carruthers was responsible for the tree’s destruction while Graham assisted him by driving to the location.
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