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Hairy Biker Si King documents the global outrage that followed the felling of a beloved tree. Exploring conspiracy theories, life changing accusations and very odd disguises.

Hairy Biker Si King documents the global outrage that followed the felling of a beloved landmark that had stood in Northumberland for more than a hundred years.

As the two men convicted of criminal damage at Sycamore Gap are sentenced, Si King charts the bizarre theories that began to emerge in the immediate aftermath.

It's a story of conspiracy theories, life changing accusations and very odd disguises.

Music: Lament for Sycamore Gap appears courtesy of Riccardo Pez.

Presenter: Si King.
Producer: Jane Downs with additional reporting by Jo Lonsdale and Martin Lindsay.
Sounds Producer and design: Alexandra Booth.
Sound Mixing: Chris Fawcett.
Story Consultant: Barney Rowntree.
Online Producer: Rachael Smith.
Executive Producer: Dan Farthing and Alistair Miskin.

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