Sherwood Forest, Royal forest in Nottinghamshire, England.
The extensive woodland spans over 400 acres with ancient oaks and pine trees, creating diverse habitats for numerous animal and plant species.
The forest received designation as a Royal Hunting Forest in 1066 by William the Conqueror, covering a quarter of Nottinghamshire according to the Domesday Book.
The forest maintains strong ties to the tales of Robin Hood, with annual festivals featuring medieval reenactments celebrating the legendary character.
The visitor center serves as the primary entrance point, offering information services, retail outlets, dining options, and access to multiple walking trails.
The Major Oak, estimated between 800 and 1,000 years old, stands as the largest oak tree in Britain, requiring metal supports to hold its massive branches.
Location: Nottinghamshire
Operator: Nottinghamshire County Council
GPS coordinates: 53.20447,-1.07276
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:27
Major Oak
25 m
Thoresby Hall
3.7 km
Thynghowe
2 km
The Queen's Royal Lancers and Nottinghamshire Yeomanry Museum
3.9 km
St Mary's Church, Edwinstowe
1.1 km
Archway House
2.4 km
1, 3 and 5, Church Street
1.2 km
Budby Bridge
2.3 km
Warsop Windmill
4.1 km
Meden Cottage
2.4 km
Monument To A Horse
1.9 km
Boundary Wall, Gate, Steps And Overthrow At Church Of St Mary
1.1 km
Pillar box Opposite Woodland View
2.2 km
Budby South Forest RSPB reserve
1.1 km
Park View And Adjoining Cottage
2.2 km
Careys Cottage And Adjoining Green Meadows
2.1 km
Sherwood House And Boundary Wall And Railings
2.1 km
Budby War Memorial
2.2 km
The Green Bridge, 400M South East Of Thoresby Hall
3.6 km
King John's Palace
3.6 km
Farmstead And Attached Farmhouse And Barn At Hazel Gap Farm
4.3 km
K6 Telephone Kiosk
2.2 km
Bowl barrow, 452m north west of Cameleon Lodge
3 km
South Farmhouse
2.1 km
Sharida And Attached Wall
2.1 km
Woodland View
2.2 km
North Farmhouse
2.4 km
Edwinstowe Hall
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