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Have an adventurous day out in the great outdoors, at any time of the year

Come and explore one of the Midland’s most well-known forests! With activity trails, play areas, bike hire, wild running and mountain biking trails, Sherwood Pines will set the scene for a great day out for all.

Soar through the trees on Go Ape’s famous zip wires and If you are feeling a bit peckish after adventuring around the forest, drop in to the Sherwood Pines Café for a range of locally sourced snacks.

Top off your trip with an overnight stay! Forest Holidays have a selection of stunning cabins located in the heart of the forest, perfect if you are looking to escape the everyday. Sherwood Pines Campsite also provides the perfect spot to stay in the great outdoors.

What's on

Forest event
Sunday 30th November
Registration open from 10am, run starts at 11am.

Join the 4th annual Mental Elf Festive 5k Family Fun Run at Sherwood Pines.

Get your family and friends involved to run alongside or just to cheer you on. All are welcome - dogs...

Forest event
Sunday 14th December
Forest event
Saturday 28 March 2026
10.00am start
Concert Field

Mark your calendars as the Rasselbock Backyard Ultra will be back again during on 28th of March 2026, during the Easter Holidays! A little later in the month because in all...

Forest event
Saturday 18 April 2026
10.30am start
Concert Field

We’re making things bigger!

That’s right, we’ve ramped up our Sherwood Pines venue for something bigger and longer in 2026. An extended 10-mile loop around the Sherwood Pines forest...

Food and drink

Two parents and two children sitting at a picnic bench with plates of food and drinks

Sherwood Pines cafe

Nestled amidst the serene beauty of Sherwood Forest, the cafe is a haven for nature enthusiasts and food lovers alike. Relax with a coffee, a slice of delicious home made cake or ice cream. Food is prepared on site by our Chefs using the highest quality locally sourced products wherever possible.

Whether you've just bought your first bike, honing your skills on the Skills Loop or looking for a two-wheeled family adventure, Sherwood Pines offers all you need for a traffic...

At Forestry England we believe that natural play amongst the trees is really important. And at Sherwood Pines we are keen that as many people as possible with differing abilities...

Join Stick Man for his winter forest adventure at Sherwood Pines. It's the perfect way to celebrate the festive season together with friends and family.

What to expect on the trail

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We've got three great walking trails to help you and all the family discover Sherwood Pines including the Ranger's trail which explores the outer areas and some of the historic...

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The...

Views from Ollerton Pit Woods, Nottinghamshire

Once a former colliery site, Ollerton Pit Wood now boasts a wild strawberry walk, nesting water birds and a whole host of thriving wildlife and different plant species. Enjoy...

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