In the British Sherwood Forest, the 1200-year-old oak tree of Robin Hood has died.

      In Sherwood Forest near Nottingham, the "Major Oak" – a tree approximately 1200 years old, also known as Robin Hood's oak – has died, reports the Independent, citing the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB), which manages the reserve. This year, the tree did not produce fresh leaves. According to the report, the exact cause of death remains unknown; however, it is likely that the long-standing influx of tourists, which began during the Victorian era, contributed to it. The RSPB noted that people have compacted the soil around the oak, which hindered rainwater from reaching the roots. Senior reserve manager Holly Drake stated that the oak will remain in the heart of Sherwood as a natural monument, will continue to live on in the legend of Robin Hood, and will support the forest's ecosystem even after its death. The oak has been growing in Sherwood since the time of the Norman conquest. Many other oaks from this forest were used in the construction of the roof of St. Paul's Cathedral in London and in the creation of the British fleet under Admiral Horatio Nelson. The name "Major Oak" was given to the tree in 1790 after being mentioned in Major Hayman Rooke's book about the flora of Sherwood Forest. According to legend, this oak was the headquarters of the outlaw Robin Hood.

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      In the British Sherwood Forest, the 1200-year-old Robin Hood's oak has died. The "Major Oak" – a tree approximately 1200 years old, also known as Robin Hood's oak – has died, reports the Independent, citing the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB). 22:54 18.06.2026 IA Tatar-inform - Kazan

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