So naturally, I thought I would share some of the true geography of the legend, which many believe is based on a real man. The first on our "tour" is the Major Oak, where Robin was said to have hidden from the sherriff of nottingham countless times. The tree is large enough inside to fit twelve adults and is located in the Sherwood Forest. A huge musical festival is held there, "Rothbury", each year.
Robin Hood's well, located in Newstead Abbey, within the boundaries of the forest is picture below:
The church where Robin Hood and Maid Marion were said to have wed still stands today in Edwinstowe. Below is a picture of the church from the outside and the inside as well as a link for specifics on Edwinstowe, which has plenty to offer for the true Robin Hood lover.
Edwinstowe
More information about Robin Hood, the legend as well as information about plays, books, and films based on Robin Hood follow:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robin_Hood
http://www.channel4.com/history/microsites/H/history/n-s/robin02.html
http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/10129/1056408-37.stm
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