Parliament Oak in Warsop, England

Most people associate the British parliament with the Palace of Westminster, the iconic home of the green benches and Big Ben. While the palace on the Thames has hosted parliaments since the 12th-century, it’s not an exclusive host. Long before the United Kingdom existed, medieval England was ruled as an absolute monarchy, and parliament was convened at the pleasure of the king in whatever location was convenient. During times of crisis led to parliament being convened in some unusual locations. Sherwood Forest is of course best known for the legend…

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