Ancient oak tree linked to Robin Hood loved to death
The 1,200-year-old Major Oak in Sherwood Forest, linked to Robin Hood, has reportedly died after failing to sprout leaves this spring. The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds attributed the decline to visitor foot traffic and climate change. Conservationists warned that ancient trees like the Major Oak are vital to the ecosystem's health.
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Published 19 Jun 2026, 01:50 UTC · Updated 19 Jun 2026, 02:00 UTC
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