16/11/2024
National Sherwood Forest Day!
Mercian Archaeological Services CIC are proud to support the Early Day motion submitted by Michelle Welsh MP calling for a National Day.
You can find out more here: https://edm.parliament.uk/early-day-motion/62739/national-sherwood-forest-day
We ask all our and Friends to PLEASE email you MP and ask them to support this and sign this motion.
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Sherwood Forest Archaeology and History Project
Motion text:
"That this House welcomes the celebration of a first National Sherwood Forest Day on 20 February on the anniversary of the birth of Major Hayman Rooke in 1723 for whom the Major Oak at Edwinstowe is named; notes that Sherwood Forest is a national environmental, cultural and heritage asset and its fame across the world for its close association with the legendary outlaw hero Robin Hood; thanks all those in the public, private and voluntary sectors who are active in preserving Sherwood Forest for future generations; and wishes all their efforts well in promoting the natural and cultural significance of Sherwood Forest."
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