Sherwood Forest's 1,000-year-old Major oak dies after repeated droughts

Nottinghamshire tree, one of Europe’s oldest and largest, fails to produce leaves after being stressed by series of hot, dry summers The Major oak, one of Europe’s oldest, largest and most celebrated ancient trees, has died.

First covered Jun 17, 2026 · 4:01 PM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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54d Guardian Environment ‘Most famous tree in the world’: Sherwood Forest’s 1,000-year-old Major oak dies — Nottinghamshire tree, one of Europe’s oldest and largest, fails to produce leaves after being stressed by series of hot, dry summers The Major oak, one of…

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Appeared in: 2026-06-18 (#17)

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