シャーウッドの森周辺のアトラクション＆必見スポット - トップ10

Due to its venerable age, an old legend has manifested itself on this large oak tree: the story of ROBIN HOOD, which has been told over and over again for many centuries - although by no means historically confirmed - and is known and loved from literature and film far beyond the borders of England. This tree is said to have given him and his loyal followers, whose area of activity is located in Sherwood Forest, shelter here. You may want to believe it or not - the main thing is: the myth lives on!

A really great track to cycle

Gives a good feel of the trails

In 2022, the Major Oak was selected as one of 70 ancient trees from around the UK to take their place in the Queen's Green Canopy, a 70th anniversary program to inspire the planting of new trees across the country. This oak is very old and must be supported because of its weight.

UPDATE for 2025 (and most of 2024); Ordnance clearance works now complete so route 6 is back to normal. Comment below retained for historic interest. Cycle Route 6 through Sherwood Forest. Most of 2022 and in February 2023 a central section of Cycle Route 6 has been closed (fenced off) with a diversion that isn't well sign posted and passes through sandy terrain not well suited to cycling. Although its possible to pass through and go around fences, I've been stopped en route. Cycle route 6 passes by an area previously used by the Army and they're clearing live ammo, occasionally with controlled detonations.

Sherwood Forest is home to the myth / legend of Robin Hood. The Lincoln Cathedral Manuscript, which is the first officially recorded Robin Hood song (dating from approximately 1420), makes reference to the outlaw that states that "Robyn hode in scherewode stod". You can stand (or run!) here too, and enjoy the remnants of a once truly magnificent forest.

This oak tree off Broad Drive is reputed to be the tree at the very heart of the ancient Sherwood Forest, which at one time stretched from Nottingham to Worksop. Keep in mind however, that somewhat scandalously there is also a tree in Mansfield which claims the same accolade. Best visit both just to be sure.

The Major Oak is said to have been the shelter of Robin Hood and his merry men. One thing is certain: It's very old, and is probably Britain's most visited tree.