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The Major Oak's huge spreading crown above a wooden fence in a grassy forest clearing

Sherwood Forest and the Major Oak

Edwinstowe, about twenty miles north of the city

Address: Sherwood Forest, Edwinstowe, Mansfield NG21 9RN
  • Trip
  • Outdoors
  • Free
  • Out of town

Head out to Sherwood Forest and walk through the ancient oaks to the Major Oak, a huge, propped-up tree that's been growing for centuries.

Why it's a good date: Robin Hood's forest, and lovely in autumn when the leaves turn. The walk is easy, so make a day of it with lunch in Edwinstowe.