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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.

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.

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Once you are there, there are multiple trails to choose from. Terrain suitable for a pushchair/wheelchair depending on the trail choice. Car park - spacious, daily cost of £4.50.

Honestly not much to see but may be of interest to Robin Hood fans. Robin Hood's Cave near Ollerton is situated on a bend in the River Maun north of the village it consists of an outcrop of Sherwood Sandstone which Robin Hood reputedly used as one of his many hideaways. The river at this point, and the 'cave' are only a few yards from the route of the King's Highway to York which formed the eastern boundary of Sherwood Forest from the 13th century. This was the main routeway through Sherwood Forest from Nottingham to York. The location would therefore have been a great ambush site.

Board with more information about the oldest Oak tree in England