Martin's Guidebook
Sightseeing
A visit to Sherwood is an experience that will bring magic to all, tons of walking/cycling trails, activities, and a visit to see the mighty Oak (Britain's largest Oak tree) is a must, estimated to be around 1100 years old! it has stood through the Vikings, the Battle of Hastings, Agincourt, Waterloo, the births and deaths of Shakespeare, Henry VII, Dickens, Darwin, Newton, Chaucer, Cromwell, the two world wars, over 50 monarchs… it’s seen a lot!
112 locals recommend
Sherwood Forest
A visit to Sherwood is an experience that will bring magic to all, tons of walking/cycling trails, activities, and a visit to see the mighty Oak (Britain's largest Oak tree) is a must, estimated to be around 1100 years old! it has stood through the Vikings, the Battle of Hastings, Agincourt, Waterloo, the births and deaths of Shakespeare, Henry VII, Dickens, Darwin, Newton, Chaucer, Cromwell, the two world wars, over 50 monarchs… it’s seen a lot!
Rufford Country Park
Clumber Park
Sherwood Pines
Creswell Crags Museum & Heritage Centre
Crags RoadLincoln Cathedral
Minster YardRiver Trent
Nottingham Castle
Lenton RoadWollaton Park
Newark Castle
Castle GateThoresby Park
Rivelin Valley Trail, Sheffield, UK
Fun activities
Go Ape Sherwood
Sherwood PinesSavoy Cinema
233 Derby RdFood Scene
Ice cream parlour and cafe- ice cream is handmade at the parlour using fresh milk and cream from local dairy herds .
12 locals recommend
Newfield Dairy
Caunton RoadIce cream parlour and cafe- ice cream is handmade at the parlour using fresh milk and cream from local dairy herds .
A true hidden gem, enjoy a very informative trip up the windmill, and then a delicious lunch in the tea room. Pride of place on the menu are items made using the mill's own flour. The flour is also available to buy.
Tuxford Windmill
A true hidden gem, enjoy a very informative trip up the windmill, and then a delicious lunch in the tea room. Pride of place on the menu are items made using the mill's own flour. The flour is also available to buy.
Markham Moor Inn
The Old Plough Inn
Main StreetDovecote Inn
The Crusty Cob
3 Eldon StThe Mussel & Crab Ltd
6 Sibthorpe HillChillipetals
Newcastle StreetChina Moon
The Apron Cafe
Ollerton RoadThe Fountain Tuxford
155 Lincoln RdThe Bay Tree
86 Carolgatevoted best pub in Nottinghamshire 2021 and its dog friendly!
"Authentic Boutique Italian Restaurant With Cosy Rustic Interiors, Cute Cobbled Courtyard & Cocktail Bar | Located In The Converted Stables Of An Old Coaching Inn, Situated In The Heart Of The Pretty Market Town Of Retford"
Dante's Italian
1-3 Bridgegate"Authentic Boutique Italian Restaurant With Cosy Rustic Interiors, Cute Cobbled Courtyard & Cocktail Bar | Located In The Converted Stables Of An Old Coaching Inn, Situated In The Heart Of The Pretty Market Town Of Retford"
Ferry Boat Inn
Great local cuisine, lovely steaks
The Carpenters Arms
Boughton RoadGreat Italian restaurant 😋