National Trust ‘shocked’ as Sycamore Gap tree sapling stolen from castle grounds

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleA sapling grown from the felled Sycamore Gap tree has been stolen from Wray Castle in Cumbria, having been planted just two months prior. The National Trust expressed its shock and sadness over the theft, which occurred between 9 June and 16 June, and has appealed for the sapling's return. Cumbria Police are investigating the incident, with the National Trust working alongside them to gather information. This particular sapling was one of 15 planted across UK National Parks, symbolising hope and resilience, and was part of a wellbeing initiative. The original Sycamore Gap tree, a famous landmark, was illegally felled in 2023, an act that led to the imprisonment of two individuals. In fullSycamore Gap tree sapling stolen from National Trust castleThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

Raccontata daindependent.co.ukdailymail.commirror.co.uk