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.
Robin Hood festival
Sherwood Forest plays host to the annual Robin Hood Festival each August for a week – join us for some magical live re-enactments, thrilling skirmishes and archery lessons!
For Families
There’s loads of stuff to do for families with children of all ages and interests, from bug hunts to wood crafts – and of course, one of our favourite pastimes – Robin Hood spotting! Just bring your spirit of adventure…
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
Robin Hood Halloween Trail
Come and explore the home of Robin Hood and take part in our Halloween Trail at Sherwood Forest. Every day in half term!
Breathing life back into Budby
A free guided walk taking place at the beautiful Budby South Forest reserve. A chance to see heathland management in full swing as you walk and talk with the Site Manager.
Hedge-laying for beginners
Try your hand at the traditional skill of hedge-laying, using traditional tools and techniques to restore an historic hedgerow at Budby South Forest. Bonfire-cooked lunch included!
Christmas Willow Angel Workshop- Morning
Join us for a willow weaving workshop to make an Angel sculpture, and bring some rustic charm to your house or garden in time for Christmas. Our friendly instructor will teach you the willow weaving ropes, and guide you through your angel weaving step by step.
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
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.
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.