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Sherwood Forest's ancient Major Oak, Robin Hood's legendary hideout, dies at 1,200 years
An ancient oak tree in England's Sherwood Forest, believed to be up to 1,200 years old and linked to the legend of Robin Hood, has died, conservationists confirmed on 18 June. The Major Oak, one of Britain's largest oaks, failed to produce leaves this spring after years of decline.
