Towns and Villages

Thousands of people travel to Nottinghamshire every year to explore the legendary Sherwood Forest and capture the spirit of Robin Hood. Ollerton and the surrounding area provide an ideal base from which to begin this journey.

Not only is the area associated with the famous outlaw, but it also possesses a wealth of fascinating places to explore that have their own secrets – often missed by visitors. Nature lovers will enjoy exploring the network of paths through the ancient woodland; historians will find the tales surrounding the Dukeries estates fascinating and visitors of all generations can enjoy days out together in the country parks.

Our mini guides can only give you a flavour of what is special about this area, but there are plenty of pointers along the way to help you find more information.