Nottingham's official Robin Hood who played legendary outlaw for three decades and was married to Maid Marian dies
Tributes are pouring in for the city's beloved actor
TRAGIC LOSS Nottingham's official Robin Hood who played legendary outlaw for three decades and was married to Maid Marian dies
NOTTINGHAM's official Robin Hood who played the legendary outlaw for three decades and was married to Maid Marian, has died.
Tributes have flooded in for Tim Pollard, 61, after his death was announced on his Facebook page on Saturday.
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Tributes have flooded in for Nottingham's official Robin Hood who has died after a short illness
Credit: Nottingham City Council
It said Pollard died peacefully after a "short, brave battle with cancer".
He was best known for representing the iconic outlaw around Nottinghamshire for more than three decades.
It added: "Tim was, as many of you know, our very own, and only, Robin Hood.
"He was loved by so many, not just here in Nottingham, but far beyond.
"His laughter, his spirit, and his incredible friendship touched countless lives."
Pollard's wife, who was the city's Maid Marian, also died of cancer in June 2017, aged only 39.
Pollard was employed by Nottingham City Council to appear at events and said it was "devastated to hear of Tim's passing".
In a post on social media, the local authority said: "In his longstanding role as Robin Hood, Tim was emblematic of our city and supported the council at numerous events over many years - including the reopening of Nottingham Castle in 2023.
"But most of all, he was a simply a lovely bloke with a big heart and a smile to match who will be hugely missed.
"Our thoughts at this incredibly difficult time are with his friends and family."
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