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Scottish Sun
a day ago
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- Scottish Sun
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. 1 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."
The Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
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. 1 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."
BBC News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Tributes after death of Nottingham's official Robin Hood
Tributes have been paid to Tim Pollard, Nottingham's official Robin Hood, who has died after a short death of the actor, well known for representing the legendary outlaw around Nottinghamshire, was announced on his Facebook page on post said he had faced a "short, brave battle with cancer"."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," it added. "His laughter, his spirit, and his incredible friendship touched countless lives."Nottingham City Council, which employed the 61-year-old to appear at events, said it was devastated by his a post on social media, the authority said: "In his role as Robin Hood, he was emblematic of our city. But most of all, a lovely bloke with a big heart and a smile to match who will be hugely missed. "Our thoughts at this difficult time are with his friends and family." As well as playing Robin Hood at events around Nottinghamshire, Mr Pollard worked to raise money for breast cancer death of his wife Sally, who took on the role of Robin's true love Maid Marian, in 2017 led to thousands of pounds of took to social media to recall their memories of Mr Pollard, and his role as Robin, under the post announcing his Guest said: "This is heartbreaking for me. "He was always willing to share a joke and worldly advice. "It was always a pleasure to see him around, and he was always *my* Robin Hood."Michael Kirkby said: "Tim was one of the most kindest, warmest people I have had the pleasure of meeting and he just loved being surrounded by people."
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Nottingham's official Robin Hood Tim Pollard dies aged 61 after 'short, brave' cancer battle
Tim Pollard, Nottingham's official Robin Hood, has died following a battle with cancer. Mr Pollard was aged 61 and was surrounded by his family when he passed away. A statement posted on his Facebook page revealed the beloved actor died following a "short, brave" battle with cancer. The tribute reads: "It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the news of Tim's passing. He left us peacefully, surrounded by his loving family. "Tim faced a short, brave battle with cancer. It was his heartfelt wish to keep his illness private, and he only allowed us to begin sharing this difficult news with a few close friends in recent weeks. READ MORE: Dramatic footage shows driver on wrong side of dual carriageway during Nottingham pursuit READ MORE: Nottingham's Lister Gate to get new big-name clothes shop in boost for struggling street "He truly valued his privacy, and we are striving to honour that now. "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. "We know Tim will be deeply missed by all who knew him. We will share details of how we will celebrate his life in due course." Mr Pollard had been the city's Robin Hood for more than three decades. He is survived by his daughter. His wife, Sally Pollard, who was the city's Maid Marian, also died of cancer in June 2017 aged only 39. Tributes started pouring in on Saturday, June 28. Ray Blockley said: "Very, very sad to hear of the passing of Tim Pollard this morning. A regular at the Nottingham Robin Hood Beer & Cider Festival, who many folk will know from his Robin Hood persona, as well as his promotion and support of all things Nottingham and local. "Thoughts are with his daughter and family at this sad time. If you can, raise a glass in his memory today." Tim Freer added: "I've heard the terribly sad news this morning of the passing of Tim Pollard, our very own and much loved Robin Hood - all of us that knew him are devastated. My thoughts go out to his family, we're going to miss him so much."
BBC News
25-02-2025
- Business
- BBC News
New Maid Marian public art planned for Nottingham
A new Maid Marian-themed piece of public art will be installed in Nottingham and people are being asked to give their views on how they would like it to look. Nottingham City Council is working with the business improvement district group Its in Nottingham and a local art gallery on the project for the pedestrian area in front of Premier Inn in Maid Marian Way. A new "rain garden" with water-loving plants will be installed in the area where the new piece of Robin Hood-related public art is set to be installed. An online survey has been set up to "help inform" the project before three options for the artwork are unveiled later in the spring. Funding for the project has come from the government's Future High Street Fund, with the aim of 'renewing and reshaping' the area. A roundabout was turned into a T-junction as part of the Maid Marian Way project in October 2024. It initially led to complaints from bus company trentbarton which said it was causing "significant delays" before the phasing of the traffic lights was changed. Council leader Neghat Khan, who also holds the city's transport portfolio, said: "The transformation of Maid Marian Way isn't just about better transport links, it's about creating a more vibrant, welcoming city that reflects our rich heritage.""We're calling on the community to have their say on a new public artwork celebrating the legend of Maid Marian. "This is a unique chance to shape a piece of art that will stand as a lasting tribute to our city's history and be valued by both residents and visitors."The online survey will remain open until 28 March.
