What's on location
Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire
What you'll find on location at Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire
Things to do on location
Our location at Sherwood Forest is situated within 3,300 acres of magnificent pine forest, comprising of 82 forest cabins. The accommodation includes Silver Birch, Golden Oak, our famous Golden Oak Treehouse, and our romantic Golden Oak Hideaway. At the heart of Sherwood Forest is the Forest Retreat, where you can shop, eat, drink, meet the team, and book activities, including the Forest Ranger adventures. There is also a children’s outdoor play area here too.
Forest Retreat
At the Forest Retreat you will meet our friendly team who are on hand to offer help and advice to ensure you make the most of your break. Housed in a cabin style building, the Forest Retreat offers an inviting seating area, serving food and drink, along with a well organised shop.
Restaurant, bar and café
Our restaurant at Sherwood Forest is open from 9am for all-day dining. Choose from breakfast, brunch, small plates or British classics, with draught beers, cocktails and a full wine list to complement your meal. With an outdoor seating area, it’s just the spot to sit back and enjoy the sights and sounds of the forest.
We also offer a takeaway menu, so you can have your favourites delivered to enjoy in the comfort of your cabin. Simply pop in and order with us or place an online order from your cabin. Then sit back while we take care of the cooking and deliver your meal right to your cabin door.
Shop
Open from 9am – 8pm daily (Mon & Fri 8am - 9pm)
In the shop at Sherwood Forest, you will find all the essentials you need during your stay, from essential groceries to souvenirs to take home. We sell a range of groceries, toiletries, beverages and of course souvenirs to remind you of your forest adventure.
Try our collection of sustainable treats. Choose pampering products from L’OCCITANE and Green People, nature-themed games, or activities to help you unwind together.
Vehicle Charging Point
Our electric vehicle charging points at the Sherwood Forest Retreat are temporarily unavailable. Please check for your nearest alternative via Zap Map.
Do not use extension leads to charge your vehicle from a cabin socket - this is not permitted as it can cause fires, circuit overload and loss of power to your cabin or the entire location.
Pre-bookable on-site activities
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Forest Survival
Mini Forest Rangers
Little Wild Ones (2-4 years)
Guided Woodland Walk
Nature by Night (Sept - March)
Foam clay activity
Pottery painting
Archery
In-cabin spa treatments (1-5 hours available)
Air rifle shooting
Axe throwing
Check Point outdoor escape game
Participating adult required for Forest Ranger*
Paw-fect treats to get tails wagging
Pick up the ulti-mutt in doggy dining with Sir Woofchester’s dog menu
Bike hire
Hire your bikes from Sherwood Pines Cycles at the Visitor Centre, a short walk through the forest from your cabin and discover the forest on two wheels!
Outdoor activities
Walking trails
Drop into the Forest Retreat at Sherwood Forest to find out about our self-led trails, the team will be on hand to offer advice and recommendations. Your first walk might be the 700m stroll through the woods to the Sherwood Pines Visitor Centre, where you can hire bikes or book a Go Ape Treetop Adventure. You will find details of all the trails in the forest, including the one-mile Dragonfly Trail, an easily accessible trail, suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Pass some of the oldest trees in the forest before resting at the Dragonfly Pond. This walk also takes in play areas for the children. For a longer, three-mile walk, take the Nightjar Trail, which veers off from the Dragonfly trail.
Children's play area
There is a children’s play area available at Sherwood Forest, but please bear in mind that children must always be supervised by an adult.
Bug hotel and wildlife
At Sherwood Forest there is a bug hotel, attracting lots of bugs and insects. This means they can pollinate our flowers and keep unwanted pests to a minimum like aphids and slugs.
Looking to book a self-catering UK staycation?
With so much to see and do in Nottinghamshire, our cabins at Sherwood Forest offer a welcome retreat for families, groups and couples. Unwind from day-to-day life and make wonderful memories with your loved ones. Give yourself something to look forward to with a self-catering break at Sherwood Forest.