Autumn 2024

See below for just a small selection of up and coming activities on site or near by over the next few months

Winter foraging workshop

Our foraging workshops

Sherwood Pines Campsite will host Forage Box on various dates throughout the winter with their outstanding “Introduction to Foraging Workshops” for our campers.

The workshop includes identifying, picking, and tasting a range of wild species that you will find on the day, and lots of sample food and drink items for everyone to get stuck into!

The focus with all of our workshops is on the 4 'F's of Foraging: Fungi, Fruit, Flowers and Foliage.

Here is what you can expect from your foraging workshop:

A circular walking route taking in different growing environments around the site within the wooded boundaries of Sherwood Pines Campsite, nestled within Sherwood Forest. Expect a route of around 1-2km predominantly on footpaths.
A closer look at edible wild species and any poisonous lookalikes by a professional forager.

A chance to immerse yourself in a soul-nourishing activity, reconnecting with nature and discovering new flavours. Small tasters of wild food, drink and preserves - this includes nibbles of freshly picked items straight from the hedgerow. This session will include a wild snack made in advance by our passionate tutor! Whatever you get to try on the day, you will leave fizzing with inspiration! Further information, meeting points and, tickets can be found by clicking on the Book Foraging buttons.

Pre-booking this popular activity is essential as spaces are limited and should be booked in advance. Non Campers and local residents are also encouraged to book tickets, and if parking on site a £5 per car fee will apply paid to the campsite on arrival.

Forage & nibble workshops

30 November 2024

Click on the button below to book your tickets.

Our bug huts

Go on a bug hunt

Several bug huts have been hand crafted and placed around our campsite, can you find them all?

Bug huts provide a nesting opportunity and hibernation place for many beneficial insects, which increases insect diversity in the area, and helps to naturally restart important ecosystem services like soil formation, pollination and nutrient recycling.

You can collect a fact sheet from reception and go on a bug hunt of your own. Happy bug hunting campers!

A round up of summer activities 2024

Give the camping stove a break.

Wood fired pizzas

Located by our facilities block and play area. Event Pizzas specialize in authentic wood fired pizzas using fresh sour dough made to order. Pre-order your pizza using this link Wood fired pizzas – Event Pizzas, or place your order as soon as you see the van, then sit back and relax knowing your pizza is being cooked for collection at a time that suits you!

9, 15, 23 & 30 November

Every Friday throughout December.

Payment is to be made directly to Event Pizzas by either cash or card and is open to campers and non-campers

Dizzies - mobile fish & chip van

Returning April 2025

Don't fancy cooking at weekends at all!

Then why not have the best of British meals, Dizzie's Mobile Fish & Chip Van . https://www.facebook.com/dizzieschips

Located next to our facilities block and play area and serving from 5pm until you're all fed! No need to pre-order but guaranteed to be popular. Menu's will also be available at Reception for you to decide what you fancy before he arrives.

Payment is made directly to Dizzies Chips by either cash or card and is open to campers and non-campers!

Forest walks

Join Wallace and Gromit for the ultimate forest walkies

Bond with your best friend by taking on dog-tastic challenges together, solve crossword clues and have lots of fun along the way – with everyone’s favourite dog and owner duo for company.

This interactive dog-focused trail features a variety of games and challenges for you and your happy hound to complete.

Click on the button below for more information.

Forest Walkies

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Close by

We are on the same grounds as GO Ape, or rest those feet from all that walking and take a Segways ride around the Forest.

The younger visitors will enjoy the Gruffalo Sculpture Trail and all the family can enjoy Disc Golf, there are so many activities to enjoy you will struggle to fit it in to just one day!.

Visit Major Oak the most famous tree in Sherwood Forest, the exact age is not known but estimated at 800 – 1100yrs old!

Stay & play at Sherwood Pines Campsite

If you fancy a bit of excitement why not try Adrenalin Jungle here you can take part in Archery, Laser Tag and Bubble Football this is just a few of the activities available.

Sundown Adventure Land is a great day out with children under the age of 10yrs, with plenty of rides, a playground and indoor cafe with soft play area.

Take trip on the Sherwood Forest Railway and see the woods on the steam train.

Close by there is White Post Farm with an array of animals to meet , guided tours and farmer experiences, a large play area.

Orienteering at Sherwood Pines -

courses to suit beginners and experts alike

Orienteering is both an exciting and challenging outdoor sport that exercises both the body and mind, and it is also a great family activity that will entertain everyone for hours. The aim is to navigate between control points marked on an orienteering map.

Here at Sherwood Pines it doesn't matter how young, old or fit you are, as you can run, walk or jog on a course that is planned to suit you.

If you are a little more competitive, complete the course in the quickest time choosing your own best route either on your own or as part of an organised competition.

Sherwood Pines visitor centre

Gruffalo Party Trail at Sherwood Pines.

The Gruffalo is celebrating his 25th birthday and to celebrate, everyone is invited to take part in a brand-new forest adventure.