Holidays in Sherwood, Nottinghamshire Holiday parks - caravans, lodges parks & camping around Sherwood Forest
Sherwood is located in the heart of Nottinghamshire close to vibrant Nottingham. Synonymous with Robin Hood, Sherwood is home to Sherwood Nature Reserve a 450 acre country park and still the site of the legendary Major Oak where Robin Hood is reputed to have hidden. Criss-crossed by a network of walking trails, Sherwood is a perfect holiday destination for nature lovers. Home to lesser spotted woodpeckers and tree pipits, many of Sherwood's shy and elusive residents can't be found anywhere else in the UK. Sherwood is the perfect base for rural country holidays within touching distance of the city. Sherwood and the neighbouring Nottinghamshire countryside is dotted by castles and country estates well worth visiting, with Nottingham close by for a wide choice of shops and even wider choice of bars and restaurants. With an international reputation and a majr tourist attraction in its own right, Sherwood retains a peaceful atmosphere making it an increasingly popular place to book a self-catering holiday.
| At a glance... | |
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| Restaurants | 20+ |
| Cycle paths & mountain biking | ✔ |
| Forest walks | ✔ |
| Nottingham Castle | ✔ |
| City of Caves tours | ✔ |
| Go Ape Sherwood | ✔ |
| Nearest major airport | East Midlands Airport (40 miles) |
| Nearest train station | Mansfield (East Midlands) |
Featured holiday parks in Sherwood
The caravan and lodge parks in and around Sherwood provide excellent self-catering lodges and caravans to enjoy at all times of year. Many holiday parks also offer a range of pitches for camping, touring and motorhomes. Renting a holiday home is the perfect choice for a staycation as it provides total flexibility whilst owning a holiday home gives you the freedom to stay as often as you like, for as long as you like.
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Things to ssee & do in and around Sherwood
Sherwood is a great base to explore Nottinghamshire from country estates and fishing lakes to nights out in the city. The adventurous will enjoy the range of adrenalin sports, families and couples will love the natural open space, peace and serenity.
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| Selfies with the Robin Hood statue | ✔ |
| Thrills & Spills at The Goose Fair funfair | ✔ |
| Walking at cycling trails across Sherwood Forest | ✔ |
| Explore Nottingham Castle | ✔ |
| Brave The Old County Gaol at the National Justice Museum | ✔ |
| Visit Newstead Abbey. Home of Lord Byron | ✔ |
Our view on Sherwood
Sherwood is the perfect location for lodge and caravan holidays with friends and families and for couples. It could hardly be more central meaning Sherwood is easy to get to and is amazingly peaceful when you arrive. With such a rich history and surrounded by folklore Sherwood is a magical holiday location to bring the kids for incredible holidays in the Grreat British countryside. With so much to enjoy in the Forest and surrounding towns every day can be packed with adventures for the young and old alike. Staying on a holiday park in Sherwood is ideal for friends, families and groups. It provides the space, freedom and flexibility to do what you want, when you want and let's you enjoy Sherwood and the surrounding area at your own pace.
