A little history

Edwinstowe lies in the heart of Sherwood Forest.
Just to the north stands the remains of the Major Oak, the largest oak in England, said to be over 1,000 years old. The name Edwinstowe means 'Edwin's resting place' because the body of King (and Saint) Edwin of Northumbria was concealed in the church after he was killed at the Battle of Hatfield Chase, near Doncaster, in around 633 AD. Until recently Thorseby Colliery was the village's main employer but since the demise of the coal industry, tourism relating to Robin Hood and Sherwood Forest has become more important.
Nearby attractions include Sherwood Forest Farm Park, Sherwood Pines Forest Park and Go Ape High Wire Forest Adventure.
Which is true?!? built shortly after king Edwin or before?!?
St Mary's church
If you believe the tales of the forest, this is where Robin Hood and Maid Marian were married.
To be precise they were married at the door of St Mary's.
The parish church is tucked back from the main crossroads in the village. If you wander into the centre of Edwinstowe you'll see a statue of Robin proposing to his lady. Very touching.
St Mary's has more in common with the legend of Robin than you think. Apparently in 1334, the local vicar was convicted of forest trespass and the killing of the King's deer.
St Mary's Church is one of the focal points in Edwinstowe. The present building was largely erected during Henry II's time.
Edwinstowe takes its name from King Edwin of Northumbria. He was killed at the Battle of Hatfield (AD 633) just a mile and a half from the village. He was buried for a time in a clearing on which St Mary's was later built.

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