Go Ape Sherwood Pines

Go Ape Sherwood Pines has a wide range of adrenaline-filled adventures for you and your friends to experience. Tucked deep within an iconic, legendary woodland, this premier active canopy destination delivers a spectacular outdoor experience balanced by miles of magnificent pine trails.

Stunning Forest Experience in the East Midlands

Sherwood Pines is the largest forest in the East Midlands, with over 3,300 acres for you to explore; it could keep the family busy for days! Whether you are looking to conquer your fears, bounce through the canopy, or challenge your physical balance, this expansive public forest makes the ultimate setting to get out and about in nature.

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Treetop Challenge & Challenge Plus

The undisputed flagship experience, the Treetop Challenge course at Sherwood Pines offers up to 2 to 3 hours of intense, high-flying ropes fun. Designed explicitly for adults, teenagers, and older children over 1.4m tall, you’ll tackle high-rise crossings, navigate unstable stirrups, and experience spectacular views across the wider Nottinghamshire woodland valleys before flying down epic forest zip lines. For those looking to push their physical grit even further, the advanced Challenge Plus extension ups the ante with extra-demanding vertical obstacles and extreme physical trials.

Treetop Adventure & Treetop Adventure Plus

Younger children over 1m tall can confidently take their very first steps into the tree canopy on the beginner-friendly continuous belay loops of the Treetop Adventure course. For older children, pre-teens over 1.2m tall, and taller thrill-seekers looking to push their coordination further, the Treetop Adventure Plus extension introduces higher timber platforms, tougher crossings, and faster zip wire finishes.

If you would like to compare course difficulties or locate alternative trails, browse our complete guide to All UK Go Ape Locations or explore our master list of regional UK High Ropes Courses near you.

Nets Adventure

The high-energy Nets Adventure adds a whole new dimension of fun to the park. This massive attraction features an expansive, fully enclosed bouncy playground suspended 30ft in the trees. Packed with giant inflatable crawl slides, massive bounce balls, and aerial treehouses, children can jump, climb, and let their imaginations run wild. It is completely safe and brilliant fun for toddlers aged 1 and up alongside their parents, requiring no safety harnesses or clips!

All-Terrain Forest Segways

If you love to go off-road, hop on to one of the heavy-duty, all-terrain Forest Segways and spend a unique hour cruising through the trees. Mastering these self-balancing two-wheelers lets you explore deep into the varied terrains and beautiful pine groves with ease, providing an unforgettable woodland trek perfect for couples and family groups alike.

Buy Tickets

Buy Tickets from the Go Ape Sherwood Pines Official Website to secure your arrival time slots.

What to Wear & Gear Guidelines

You should wear comfortable outdoor clothes that you don’t mind getting covered in tree bark, sap, or mud. The course is fully outdoors and operates through rain and sunshine alike, so prepare for changeable and wet weather conditions. If a sudden shower rolls in, it simply adds to the wilderness fun as long as you’re wearing suitable clothing! Your footwear must be sturdy and suitable for the outdoors, meaning closed-toe options are mandatory for safety. No sandals, slip-on shoes, open toes, or high heels are allowed on the platforms. A tight pair of climbing gloves is also a great idea.

An Action-Packed Nottinghamshire Family Day Out

If, after tackling your Go Ape activities, you’re still up for more fun, there are over 3,300 acres for you to explore. The largest forest in the East Midlands could keep the family busy for days! Take your bikes or hire some if you’d like to explore Sherwood Pines on two wheels; the forest is a regional centre of excellence with a marked Family Trail, Adventure Trail, and the more demanding Kitchener’s Trail. There are also two walking routes including the Dragonfly Trail, which has an all-weather walking surface, alongside expansive children’s outdoor play areas and permanent interactive character trails.

When you have worked up an appetite, the modern visitor centre features an excellent on-site café serving hot food, drinks, and fresh treats. Dedicated outdoor picnic benches are also scattered throughout the lawns for families bringing their own picnics.

Travelling & Directions to the Forest

Sherwood Pines is located on the B6030 between Clipstone and Ollerton, only 20 miles from Nottingham. If you are travelling by car, simply follow the highway brown tourist attraction signs directing toward Sherwood Pines Forest Park. Onsite parking charges apply at the main visitor car parks managed via a barrier system.

Travelling by Train: The nearest railway stations are located at Mansfield Station, Mansfield Woodhouse Station, and Worksop Station, all offering smooth local rail connections via larger刻 Mid hubs. From the station platforms, a brief taxi ride connects you straight to the forest check-in cabin. You can plan your rail journey and secure cheap advance tickets online via Raileasy.

Sherwood Pines On-Site Luxury Accommodation

Sleep under the stars in a cosy cabin that feels like home. Whether you need a weekend break or a long getaway, Forest Holidays provides the perfect location to reconnect, recoup, and get lost in the wonder of the woods. With underfloor heating, log burners, incredible views of Sherwood Pines, and even your own private outdoor hot tub, this is a staycation that you aren’t likely to forget.

If you would like to explore alternative self-catering cottages or holiday options in the surrounding East Midlands area, take a look at the beautiful choices available from Snaptrip. Find hotel accommodation at Booking.com, or check out Travelodge for clean, family-friendly budget hotel accommodation.

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