Plans are being made for fracking to take place under Sherwood Forest where an ancient oak stands where according to legend Robin Hood and his merry men rested.

Ineos, one of the world's biggest chemicals company, is poised to start looking for gas under Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire, in a move which could lead to it seeking permission to frack the area.

The area could become a flashpoint with campaigners from Frack Free Nottinghamshire saying they will copy Robin Hood's example and "defend Sherwood Forest".

They fear Robin Hood's folklore shelter the Major Oak could be at risk.

The site is also close to a Center Parcs holiday park.