The idea of Sherwood Forest day was introduced as an early day motion by Sherwood MP Michelle Welsh at the end of 2024 and it is hoped it will become an annual event .
To add to the sense of occasion, this year’s inaugural celebrations are on the birthday of Major Hayman Rookes, the man the Major Oak in the forest is named after.
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5. Visitor trail
Andrew Adams from Ranskill with grandsons Matthew and Joseph Turner, aged eight and five, with Robin Hood, enjoy the Sherwood Forest visitor trail at the Major Oak in Edwinstowe. 2007. Photo: Shirley Watson
6. New (old) pathways
More from 2007. Robin Hood leads the way at the launch of some new pathways in Sherwood Forest. Photo: Roger Grayson
7. Support from schools
Gilthill Primary School Supporting the Bid for lottery funding for Sherwood Forest. Pictured from left to right, Harry Brown, year one teacher Caroline Banton and Max Brough, aged five. Photo: Lindsay Colbourne
8. In the depths of the forest
Sherwood Forest Country Park, Paul Cook - head ranger, as of 2007. Photo: Dennis Lound