Several places, including Barnsley and Sheffield, have said that they were the birthplace of Robin Hood. But Sheffield may have won the argument.
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Robin's digs in Sheffield
By ALASTAIR TAYLOR
THE ancient home of Robin Hood may have been unearthed — in Sheffield.
Remains of a stone and wood castle were discovered 52 miles from Nottingham — the city traditionally associated with the legendary outlaw.
But the 11th century relic could boost South Yorkshire’s claim to be the birthplace of the mythical hero — played on screen by stars including Errol Flynn.
The time-team from Sheffield University believe the castle first belonged to Waltheof, the Earl of Huntingdon.
He was executed for rebelling against the Norman invaders, and the home was inherited by his son Robert Fitzwalter, a noted archer.
The discovery was made in a field at an undisclosed location in the Pennines village of Bolsterstone, just outside Sheffield.
Little John, one of Hood’s merry men who were famous for robbing the rich to feed the poor, is buried near the city.
Dig volunteer Steve Moxon said: “This site might have major historical significance. Robin Hood was entirely mythical, however Earl Waltheof inspired the key ballad about his death.”
The team is awaiting further lottery funding before continuing their investigations.
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