Three brothers run away from home to live like Robin Hood and his merry men, deep in the forest of Brendon Chase. They make their camp in an ancient oak tree and live like outlaws, loving the dangers and excitements of their wild surroundings.
Their aim is never to be caught - but how can they avoid all the people who are searching for them, including the police?

Best known for his children's books, BB wrote and illustrated many books for adults under his real name, Denys Watkins-Pitchford. He was born in Northamptonshire, studied art in Paris and London at the Royal College of Art, and taught art at Rubgy School. But for most of his life he lived in Northamptonshire, developing a wide knowledge and deep love of the countryside.