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
Robin Hood Festival 2019
Jousting! Archery! Sword fights! Live action with Robin Hood and his Merry Men! Join us in the forest August 5-11 for a fantastic medieval feast of family fun, entertainment, music, awesome horse-back stunts and more, under the magical canopy of Sherwood. Come celebrate this legendary outlaw in a festival like no other!
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!
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
Medieval Coverlet Sewing Sessions at Sherwood Forest
Join our resident Historical Costumier Hannah at a free session making a Medieval Coverlet telling the story of Sherwood Forest!
The Tempest – The Handlebards at Sherwood Forest
Join the Handlebards at Sherwood Forest for a bicycle-powered production of Shakespeare’s ’The Tempest’ like no other! In usual HandleBards style, expect riotous amounts of energy, a fair old whack of chaos, and a great deal of laughter.
Beginners Bird Walk
Join us on our free Beginners Bird Walk on Saturday 3rd August!
Costumed Guide Taster Sessions
Join the Sheriff of Nottingham in one of our free Costumed Guide Taster Sessions at Sherwood Forest!
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
Three is the Magic Number!
Our visitor centre has scooped three honours in the latest round of prestigious awards for the region!
Sherwood welcomes its new Charter Pole!
Our new Charter Pole has arrived - a reminder of the importance of trees to all of us, and why we need to protect them!
Work at the former visitor centre site
We've started work on removing the old visitor centre, and restoring the forest. Please be aware that this will mean some path closures whilst the work is done.
Sherwood Forest’s Future – Consultation
There's lots going on at Sherwood in 2019! And we want you to be a big part of it. Read on to find out how.
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.