Sherwood Pines Forest Park
Last Updated on April 11, 2024 by Suzy McCullough
It is free to visit Sherwood Pines Forest Park but do be aware that if you are visiting by car you do have to pay to park. Sherwood Pines is a vast and very pretty forest with 2 walking trails and 3 cycling trails. It’s the perfect place to get some fresh air!
Things to do at Sherwood Pines Forest Park
On the main walking trail, you will find adventure playgrounds for the kids. There’s imaginative play with wooden houses and big wooden chairs. Near the visitor centre, the playground has wooden walkways, turrets and sand play with buckets on pullies. If you head further into the woods you will find a big net to climb on, more imaginative play and a big climbing area more suited to older children. Or just some great big puddles to jump in!
Also on the main walking trail, you will come across a replica of the trenches from WWII. “It’s a life-size recreation of a trenches system that visitors can explore. Climb down into the system and investigate the machine gun nests, fox-hole and wealth of information on display.” My son always enjoys exploring this.
You can also enjoy bushcraft activities and orienteering. More often than not Sherwood Pines has a special trail for children. For extra activities that you would have to pay for there is a Go-Ape course, forest segway,
FAQ and Further Information Sherwood Pines Forest Park
Is there food and drink available?
There is a cafe at the main visitor centre which sells hot and cold food and drinks. You are welcome to picnic outside.
What are the main things to do?
Walking and cycling trails, adventure playgrounds, WWII bunker, Go Ape, Segway, orienteering, children’s trails, bushcraft activities. There are toilets and a cafe.
What are the ticket prices?
It is free, to visit Sherwood Pines Forest Park. Additional activities such as some trails, Go Ape and and Segway are at an additional cost.
Is there parking?
There is parking and charges apply.
When are they open?
Sherwood Pines Forest Park is open every day except Christmas Day. For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.
Dog friendly?
Dogs are welcome
Are they accessible?
