Sherwood Apr 2026

Following the Norman Invasion of 1066, it became a royal hunting forest, favored by kings like John and Edward I.

The forest is home to this ancient oak tree, estimated to be up to 1,200 years old. 2. Robin Hood Legend Sherwood

Sherwood is synonymous with the legend of Robin Hood, serving as the hidden base for his band of outlaws. Following the Norman Invasion of 1066, it became