Join RSPB Sherwood Forest for an evening of talks, demonstrations and exhibits about the night sky by the incredibly knowledgeable team from Mansfield and Sutton Astronomical Society. You’ll have a fascinating time whatever the weather with the help of these experienced and passionate astronomers. There will be tea and coffee available free of charge during the […]
We all know Robin Hood lives amongst these trees, don’t we? There is one man who wishes he didn’t…Join the Sheriff of Nottingham on this family-friendly walk around Sherwood Forest as you unravel the legend of who Robin Hood is, and may have been. The Sheriff will also share intriguing stories of medieval life but […]
Join William De Tankerville, The Sheriff of Nottingham’s Master at Arms, as he takes you on a tour of the majestic Greenwood, sharing stories of medieval life and the villainous Robin Hood.William has become very familiar with Sherwood while on the hunt for Robin Hood and knows the most beautiful pathways… and the deadliest! Although […]
Join us for a gentle stroll through this ancient forest with your trusty binoculars and a bit of patience. Our friendly expert will lead the search for this colourful spring migrant, as well as pointing out other seasonal wildlife and birdlife. Arrive at the Visitors Centre from 8.15 am for a prompt 8.30 am start […]
If you’ve never tried Nordic walking before, where better to start than in Sherwood Forest? Every Tuesday during Nottinghamshire school term times, Tracy Hall of Sherwood Nordic Walking will lead a class combining wellness and technique with a gentle, sociable walk through the forest. Nordic walking is a fantastic full body workout, but it can […]
In Robin Hood’s day, your skill with a bow and arrow could mean the difference between freedom and being cast into the Sheriff of Nottingham’s dungeon.Today, you can find out what it takes to develop the accuracy and power to loose an arrow and hit your target. These brilliant quickfire have-a-go archery sessions take place […]
RSPB Sherwood Forest are celebrating brilliant bees with a weekend of activities that will help us all to understand and appreciate this incredible insect.Nottinghamshire beekeepers will bee-witch you with information about their colonies, traders selling honey and wax related goods you won’t be able to help pollen in love with, and we’ll be buzzing with […]
If you’ve never tried Nordic walking before, where better to start than in Sherwood Forest? Every Tuesday during Nottinghamshire school term times, Tracy Hall of Sherwood Nordic Walking will lead a class combining wellness and technique with a gentle, sociable walk through the forest. Nordic walking is a fantastic full body workout, but it can […]
RSPB Sherwood Forest are championing the amazing hedgehog and encouraging people to do what they can to protect one of Britain’s most recognisable mammals.The plight of the hedgehog in Britain […]
RSPB Sherwood Forest will be marking the 77th anniversary of VE Day with rousing performance from The Nottinghamshire Band of the Royal Engineers at the Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre.The ever-popular ladies of the Major Oak Pop Choir will also be performing, as will the Red Hot Band, through a brilliant partnership with the Inspire Music […]