From the historic, ancient canopy of Sherwood Forest's borders to the sweeping panoramic views atop transformed heritage trails, the colder months bring a unique, quiet magic to our countryside.
So lace up your boots, wrap up warm, and head outside. This is your ultimate guide to Mansfield and Ashfield’s best autumn and winter walks.
5. Oakham Nature Reserve
Situated right on the edge of the Oakham Business Park, this compact 6.3-hectare sanctuary is a fantastic choice if you want absolute quiet. Created to reclaim a natural environment, it features wet willow woodlands, open meadows, and small ponds along the River Maun Photo: Google
6. Rufford Abbey Country Park
Just a 20-minute drive east of Mansfield, Rufford Abbey Country Park is set across 150 acres of historic parkland and native forest, it perfectly blends centuries of Cistercian monk history with broad, flat trails that are highly accessible, even in winter Photo: Google
7. Berry Hill Park
Spanning 25 hectares of old coal-mining land, this is Mansfield's premier park for a crisp winter morning stroll. It features a lovely blend of open mown grassland and dedicated woodland trails. The main paths are highly accessible and wide Photo: Google
8. Sherwood Forest
Famous for its deep Robin Hood lore, Sherwood Forest near Ollerton, preserves hundreds of ancient oak trees that create an unparalleled, moody atmosphere when the mist rolls in on a cold morning Photo: Google