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Blidworth Woods
 

Blidworth Woods are located near the southern section of Sherwood Forest and consist of Pine woods and open heath. The undulating topography provides a good terrain for walking and horse riding. Three car parks serve the woods, one, Longdale Lane, has a surfaced trail and refreshment cabin. This wood is used extensively by horse riders throughout the year.

How to get there:

Blidworth is the nearest town or village.

The woods are located west of the A614 (Nottingham to Doncaster Road).
Access is best via car or by Route 6n of the National Cycle route

OS Grid Reference: SK591528

Start your visit from:

Rigg Lane Car Park.
Blidworth Bottoms Car Park
Longdale Lane Car Park
HORSE RIDDERS ON A WOODED PATH IN THE NEW FOREST

Facilities:

InformationParkingEasy AccessRefreshments

Activities:

WalkingPicnicCyclingHorse Riding

Contact:

Recreation Rangers
01623 822447
e-mail: enquiries.sherwood@forestry.gsi.gov.uk


active woods
What's of interest
This wood is currently open.

What else is here
In Blidworth Woods there is also
wild woods
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