During the days when the Forest of Sherwood extended from Yorkshire to Nottingham, Mansfield was located in the very heart of it.
Although the landscape has changed over the years, our area still has pockets of woodland with trails of various lengths and terrains.
The following woodland walks in and around Mansfield are rated 4 to 5 stars based on Google reviews.
Do you have a favourite?
5. Sherwood Pines
Sherwood Pines has a 4.7 rating on Google based on over 5,000 reviews. In addition to walking routes, the woods features activity trails, play areas, bike hire, live events, wild running, and mountain biking paths. Photo: Google
6. Thieves Wood
Thieves Wood, located on Thieves Wood Lane in Mansfield, has over 100 reviews and a rating of 4.4 stars on Google reviews. Thieves Wood provides the scenery for an exciting day out with a walking trail that starts from the car park, offering easy access into the wood. Photo: Googe
7. Silverhill Wood
Take a spring stroll around all the vast open green space at Silverhill Wood, Sutton. Scenic views, woodland paths - great for dog walks and cycling. This Sutton wood has a 4.6 rating on Google reviews. Photo: National World
8. Sherwood Forest
Edwinstowe's Sherwood Forest attracts an estimated 350,000 visitors each year. This historic forest has a 4.4 rating on Google reviews, based on over 1,000 reviews. Photo: National World