Sherwood Forest and the Major Oak
Through the old oaks of Robin Hood's forest to the Major Oak.
- Distance
- 3.6 km
- Ascent
- 30 m
- Time
- 1 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 83 m
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About this walk
Sherwood Forest and the Major Oak is an easy 3.6 km circular walk with 30 m of ascent, taking about 1 hours. It starts at Sherwood Forest visitor centre (grid reference SK 624 672).
Sherwood Forest is a national nature reserve with one of the largest collections of ancient oaks in Europe. The Major Oak, its most famous tree, is thought to be 800 to 1,000 years old and is propped up with scaffolding. Legend has it as Robin Hood's hideout.
The loop from the visitor centre passes the Major Oak and wanders among the veteran trees.
Route
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The Major Oak
Follow the trail to the Major Oak and loop back through the old oaks.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Sherwood Forest and the Major Oak take?
- Most walkers take 1–1 hours for the 3.6 km route, which has 30 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Sherwood Forest visitor centre (grid reference SK 624 672). Pay car park at the visitor centre.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses from Mansfield and Worksop to Edwinstowe. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. Level woodland paths.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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