The nation's forests and essential facilities are open, but please follow government coronavirus guidelines when planning your visit - read our coronavirus guidance.
The car park at Thieves Wood will reopen from 20 February. Forestry operations are still taking place, please follow any diversions and safety signage.
Visitor information
Opening hours
How to find us
Parking & prices
Facilities & access
Contact details

Opening hours

Thieves Wood is open 365 days a year, dawn until dusk.

How to find us

How to find us

Thieves Wood is located approximately two miles south of Mansfield. 

Nottinghamshire
Sat Nav Postcode: NG18 5BA
By Car

Thieves Wood has two car parks off the B6139 Kirkby in Ashfield to Ravenshead road.

OS Grid Ref
SK 54095587
Get directions

53.1011, -1.19277285

Parking and prices

There are no parking charges at Thieves Wood.

Additional Information

Disabled parking available

Facilities and access

Assistant dogs welcome
Dogs allowed
Easy access trail
Picnic area

Contact details

Landline Number
0300 067 4340
E-Mail Address
central.district@forestryengland.uk

Enjoy a day out at Thieves Wood, north of Nottingham, and explore all the beautiful scenery it has to offer

Thieves Wood provides the scenery for an exciting day out with a walking trail that starts from the car park, offering easy access into the wood. 

The Robin Hood Way, a long distance trail that runs through Nottinhamshire exploring the legend of Robin Hood, also passes through the wood.

There is also a refreshment cabin in the car park where you can stock up on snacks in preparation for your adventure!

At a glance

  • Walking trails
  • Picnic area
  • Dogs welcome
  • Pop up refreshment cabin

Activities at Thieves Wood

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