The renowned felled Sycamore Gap tree is now commemorated in a collection of five unique tree prints known as "Heartwood".

Displayed from today, July 15, the prints were created by the respected printmaker Shona Branigan.

After the towering 50-foot tree was felled last September, the National Trust removed it and kept it stored at a safe location.

The charity has since then been collaborating with partners and artists to create a lasting tribute to the tree.

Branigan was chosen owing to her repute for creating detailed tree prints.

These prints will be exhibited at four locations in Hadrian’s Wall: Newcastle City Library, Hexham Abbey, Housesteads visitor centre and Carlisle Tourist Information Centre.

Hexham Abbey will house two prints for public viewing with no entry fee. Until September 1, 2024, the individual prints will be displayed.

Moreover, each print will be collected and displayed together at The Queen’s Hall, Hexham, from September 6 until October 19, 2024.

Taken from a disc of approximately 90cm diameter slice from the trunk, every print reveals the details of the nearly heart-shaped trunk of the 200-year-old landmark tree.

The project named 'Heartwood' was funded by the North East Combined Authority and developed in collaboration with partners such as the National Trust, Northumberland National Park Authority, Hadrian’s Wall Partnership, and Historic England.

The organizations are planning a program of legacy work from the thousands of suggestions received for ways to remember the historical landmark.

More information will be shared in the coming months including collaborations with local schools, tree planting initiatives, digital legacies and further artistic interpretations.

The Sycamore Gap tree was a beloved icon of Northumberland, and these artistic responses aim to capture its spirit in a meaningful way.

Andrew Poad, general manager for the National Trust at Hadrian’s Wall, said: "The Sycamore Gap tree was adored by so many, and it is through their memories, words and pictures that it lives on today. We wanted to create opportunities for the public to further connect with the tree, building on its significance and its place in people’s hearts.

"Heartwood will be a space for just that, for people to respond and engage with Shona’s exceptionally beautiful artworks that capture the very essence, the ‘heart’ of the treasured tree."