Welcome to Sherwood Forest
A landmark thousands of years in the making, alive with nature, history and folklore, and its all yours to explore, from its ancient oaks and legendary characters, to the work of the RSPB, protecting the forest today. Play, discover and leave with tales of your own, inspired by 420 hectares of beautiful, precious, unique woodland.
Plan your visit to SherwoodThings to do
Walks and Trails
Our walks and trails cover all fitness levels, interests and durations, from a short and sweet nature trail to a whole day amongst the giant ancient oaks.
The Major Oak
The most famous resident of Sherwood Forest (after Robin Hood of course) - a visit to the Major Oak is a must!
Seasonal Events
Throughout the year we host informative, inspirational guided walks, led by experts. From bat walks to history and heritage trails, take your pick and book in advance!
About Sherwood Forest
A legend in the making for over 1000 years, Sherwood Forest is a unique habitat for wildlife and a magical destination for over 350,000 visitors.
Discover this legendary forestAbout Robin Hood
Fact and folklore might be difficult to separate, but Sherwood still brings these enduring legendary tales to life. Discover the man, the myth, the annual festival…
Meet Sherwood’s most famous residentUpcoming events
St Nicholas Weekend!
St Nicholas will be visiting Sherwood Forest! Come along to decorate a Christmas coin to take home in your shoe and meet the man himself!
Medieval Coverlet Sewing Sessions at Sherwood Forest
Come along to Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre every Thursday until December 12 to take part in our free sewing sessions, and help complete our traditional coverlet.
The Yule Log
Help the Sheriff of Nottingham decorate our Yule Log ready to gift back to the forest. Craft your own ‘Bug Log’ to gift to creepy crawlies in your garden!
Winter Solstice
Join us to celebrate the Winter Solstice with a parade to the Major Oak!
RSPB and Partners
Discover what we’re doing to give nature a home here, and how our partnerships and funders are all part of making Sherwood as magical as it is.
What the RSPB is doing at SherwoodNature at Sherwood
Lastest News
Habitat Improvement at Budby South Forest
Over autumn and winter there will be some woodland and heathland conservation work taking place across Budby Heath and parts of Sherwood.
Sherwood’s Super Volunteers: Meet Indy!
We have a great gang of volunteers at Sherwood and Budby South Forest. Meet Indy, our 14 year old wildlife hero!
The Fungus Among Us
Delve into the weird fungal world and discover five fantastic fungi of Sherwood Forest!
Look Out – Nature at Work!
Exciting times are ahead with restoration work on the forest now under way!
At the Visitor Centre
Start your visit here, with information, inspiration, retail therapy, and some delicious food and drink to fuel your journey.
Volunteering
They make the Sherwood experience what it is – sharing their expertise and leading guided walks, getting their hands dirty and helping us out in the forest, even dressing-up in medieval costume! What could you do to help?
RSPB Membership
From just £4 each month you can be part of the RSPB, with free parking and access to Sherwood Forest and over 170 other reserves nationwide, and your support will help keep nature and its habitats thriving.
What’s new at Sherwood
Want to catch up with all our latest news, happenings and events here at Sherwood? Let us fill you in…
Education
Our education team welcomes schools and other learning groups year round with a range of supports to make their visit as inspirational, educational and engaging as possible.
Contact us
Want to get in touch, or download directions? Here’s all the information you’ll need.