Thousand-year-old ancient oak tree linked to 'Robin Hood' legend has died, experts say

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Original Load Date June 19, 2026, 9 a.m.
Last Updated June 19, 2026, 9 a.m.
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A giant, ancient oak tree located in the Sherwood Forest -- the iconic setting of the "Robin Hood" legend -- has died, one of the U.K.'s top bird and wildlife conservation charities said. Famous for its enormous trunk -- about 36 feet in circumference -- and gnarled branches, the Major Oak was beli...