Nature at Sherwood
Sherwood Forest covers more than 420 hectares in total, including a large swathe of ancient woodland. It’s a unique habitat that is home to several hundred species of wildlife and offers up spectacular seasonal shows for us all to enjoy. Here’s what to look out for.
The Oaks
Welcome to Europe’s largest and finest collection of ancient oaks. The ancients have been thriving here for more than 500 years, and the Major Oak for an entire millennium.
Sherwood’s Birds
From native species to our summer time visitors, Sherwood is a special home to birdlife.
Wildlife at Sherwood
Sherwood is alive with creatures, from the mini-beasts that wriggle below the undergrowth, to the, butterflies and birds living high up in the canopies above your head.
Forest Fungi
Over 300 species live here – a multitude of different shapes, colours and sizes, making up a fascinating world of their own.
Flora and Fruits
From bluebells to bilberries, every season offers up a different delight to enjoy.
Bigger Beasts
Perhaps if you’re lucky you might spot some of the other roaming residents of Sherwood.
The Seasons
Throughout the year, the forest is an ever-changing, living and breathing landscape.
RSPB Budby South Forest
RSPB Budby South Forest is one of the region's most important areas of heathland and home to many vulnerable and specialist bird and invertebrate species.
Protecting Nature
The RSPB is giving a home to nature at Sherwood – here’s what we’re doing to replenish and sustain life here.