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Explore Sherwood Pines Forest Park
(Average user rating: 4 unrated 3.9/5)

Sherwood Pines Forest Park is a fantastic and inspiring place to experience the outdoors.  There is something for everyone all year round, from walking and family cycling to mountain biking, Go Ape and adventure play.

BlondieBlondie to play Sherwood Pines

Blondie have confirmed they will play at Sherwood Pines on Friday 14th June 2013 as part of the Forestry Commission’s annual concert series Forest Live.

 

Paloma FaithPaloma Faith Live in Sherwood Pines

The captivating Paloma Faith will be performing as part of the Forestry Commission's Forest Live concert series. This concert has now SOLD OUT!

 

Vikings, Thynghowe & BirklandsThe Vikings are coming.......

Come and see a Viking Living History Camp in the heart of Sherwood Forest, a free event, hosted by the Friends of Thynghowe and the Forestry Commission and funded by Heritage Lottery Fund.

 

 

Planning your visit

Check out car parking, opening times and more before you set off.

Awesome bike trails

The forest provides a great venue for many activities. The cycling facilities provide something for every one, from family cyclists to experienced off road riders.

Brilliant events & activities

From fungi walks to willow basket making there is loads to join in with this year in Sherwood Pines.

Forest walking trails

 The way marked walking trails meander through some of the oldest parts of the forest. There are also many other tracks and trails to be explored.

Play in the forest

Toddle around the Mushroom Village, zoom along the Boardwalk, climb on the Insect and the Spider or hideout at Robin Hood’s Retreat.  There’s something for every age and ability.

Not forgetting of course, the huge natural playground created by the trees and landscape for den building and exploration!

Horse riding

Love to ride your horse in the woods?  Well come along to Sherwood Pines and make the most of largest forest open to the public in the East Midlands.

Sherwood Bushcraft

Bushcraft, traditional woodland skills and team building activities in Sherwood Pines.

Learning in the forest

Sherwood Pines offers fantastic opportunities for learners of all ages and abilities.

Food & drink

The cafe is open throughout the week serving tasty treats to delicious dinners.

Managing the forest

Interested in how we manage Sherwood Pines? Have a look for more details.

Go Ape. UK’s No.1 Forest Adventure Enjoy the classic Go Ape experience in the trees or explore the forest on an epic all-terrain segway.
Take a look and book at our Go Ape page.

What do other visitors say?

Do you have any areas that would be suitable for a childrens teddy bear birthday picnic?

Debbie, 10/May/2013

Hi Debbie, I am sure there will be somewhere suitable. I suggest you visit the site and have a look around ahead of the event. There are some nice grassy glades not far from the car park.

Forestry Commission Response
5 Stars 5 Stars

On 6th May my daughter came off her bike on the green route at marker 15 breaking both bones in her arm. I just wanted to comment on how helpful your staff and members of the public were in helping me get medical assistance. The 2 ladies who stopped could not do enough for me and the staff ensured the ambulance arrived safely. Could I please thank everybody involved and hope they get my good wishes

Andy Darby, 9/May/2013

I was speaking with Jill earlier and she was going to e-mail me a link on how I can do volunteer work, not yet received link so please e-mail the information to this e-mail address thanks.John Roller.

John Roller, 7/May/2013

Hi John. Please check out www.forestry.gov.uk/eastmidlandsvolunteering or email me on amy.chandler@forestry.gov.uk. Hope to see you out and about soon.

Forestry Commission Response
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Advice for visitors

What's Here?

  • Cafe
  • Mountain biking
  • Easy Access
  • Educational
  • Orienteering
  • Segway
  • Cycling
    • The forest caters for all on a bicycle. Please find more information on the dedicated page.
  • Cycle wash
    • Is located near the cycle shop.
  • Horse riding
    • Horse riding is allowed throughout the wood though there are no designated horse trails.
  • Information
    • The information centre is located near the cafe and toilets. It is manned whenever possible.
  • Litter bin
    • Litter bins are situated around the car park and visitor centre.
  • Parking (easy access)
    • Disabled bays are available.
  • Parking (chargeable)
    • Please note the closing time when you arrive as we now operate contract closing in the forest park. A release fee will be chargeable for vehicles left beyond this time.
  • Picnic
    • Picnic benches are situated near the visitor centre and on the Dragonfly Trail.
  • Play area
    • Sherwood Pines caters for all with Mushroom Village near the visitor centre for little ones progressing to Robin Hood's Hideout hidden in the woods.
  • Walking
    • There are two walking trails. Please find more information on the dedicated page.
  • Visitor centre
    • The visitor centre provides info and leaflets for the forest trails and events
  • Toliets
    • Are situated near the information centre.
More about what's here

Location

OS Grid ref: SK612637
Postcode: NG21 9JL

Get directions

Contact

sherwood.fdo@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

Opening & Parking

Opening Times:
The Forest Park is open from 8am until 10pm over the light summer months and 8am until 6pm during the darker winter months.
Parking
Please note the closing time when you arrive as we now operate contract closing in the forest park. A release fee will be chargeable for vehicles left beyond this time.
Discovery Pass
Discovery Pass is available at this site. Please see the District Office during opening hours Mon-Fri 8-4pm or the cycle shop.

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