Sycamore Gap Tree Artwork Commission Awarded to Multimedia Project After Public Vote

1-Minute Brief

The new artwork aims to commemorate the loss of the Sycamore Gap tree with community involvement and preserved materials.

Key Facts

• The centuries-old Sycamore Gap tree was illegally felled in September 2023.
• A public vote determined the winner of the Sycamore Gap artwork commission.
• The winning project will transform preserved wood from the felled tree into a 'living archive.'
• Helix Arts and George King Architects were named winners of the commission on Saturday.
• The National Trust announced the result of the competition, with an ambitious soundscape set to go on display.

What Happened

A multimedia arts project by Helix Arts and George King Architects won the National Trust’s Sycamore Gap artwork commission after a public vote. The project will use preserved wood from the felled tree and feature storytelling, sound, and sculpture.

Why It Matters

The project seeks to honor a well-known Northumberland landmark lost in September 2023, engaging the public in its remembrance and using materials from the original tree.

What's Next

The winning artwork, including a soundscape and sculptures, will be developed and displayed, with further details on its unveiling expected from the National Trust.