Sherwood Forest

Sherwood Forest is a historic forest in Nottinghamshire, England. It is famous for its links to the legend of Robin Hood. The forest covers more than 420 hectares of woodland and heath. History The forest was once part of a much larger royal hunting forest in medieval times. Kings used it for hunting deer and wild boar. Many stories say that the outlaw Robin Hood lived in Sherwood Forest with his band of followers, stealing from the rich and helping the poor. These legends have made the forest famous around the world. Nature Sherwood Forest has ancient oak trees, heathland, and many types of wildlife. The most famous tree is the Major Oak, which is believed to be more than 800 years old. The forest is home to: Bats Deer Woodpeckers Rare insects and fungi The whole area is protected as a National Nature Reserve. Today Today Sherwood Forest is managed by the RSPB and Nottinghamshire County Council. It is open to visitors all year. People visit the forest for walking, cycling, birdwatching and learning about the Robin Hood stories. Every summer, the forest hosts the Robin Hood Festival, a medieval-themed event. Related pages Robin Hood Nottinghamshire Edwinstowe Major Oak References