THE National Trust has confirmed that they are still 'open to ideas' for tributes of the tree at Sycamore Gap as large pieces of the trunk are now in a secure location.

After the illegal felling of the tree two weeks ago, the trust decided to cut it into sections between Thursday 12 and Friday 13 October to then move it by a crane to a trailer.

The plan was hatched quickly to preserve the tree for future generations, as it is believed that a new life can come from the cut parts.

The Trust also admitted last week that removing the tree from the site can give staff a well-deserved break, while they decide on a fitting tribute can be decided to put in its former place.

On Twitter, NT said: "The fallen tree at Sycamore Gap has now been moved and safely stored. It was carefully lifted by crane and Hadrian's Wall assessed, as part of a complex two-day process.

"The fallen tree at Sycamore Gap has now been moved and safely stored. The tree was carefully lifted by crane, and Hadrian's Wall was assessed, as part of a complex two-day process. We continue to welcome ideas from the public for the future.

"We've retained the tree in large sections, which means we can keep all options open as to what it becomes in future. 

"We've been overwhelmed by the response to the felling of the tree over the past two weeks, and are grateful for the hundreds of ideas, offers of help and tributes we've received. 

"We're continuing to welcome ideas regarding the future of the tree - if you have any suggestions about what should happen next, please email sycamoregap@nationaltrust.org.uk"