Step outside and breathe.
Nottinghamshire’s countryside is made for unhurried walks — open skies, quiet paths, and the kind of calm that clears your head.
Whether you want a quick wander or a long stretch of the legs, there’s always a trail waiting. Lace up and go find it.
Here are 15 of the best parks and nature reserves to head to for a lovely walk:
1. 12 beautiful parks and nature reserves in Nottinghamshire where you can breathe fresh air over the summer months
Newstead Abbey boasts 300 acres of rich parkland | Marketing Nottingham Photo: Marketing Nottingham
2. Attenborough Nature Reserve
Attenborough Nature Reserve was established in 1966 and was opened by Sir David Attenborough. This much loved, nationally important site is best known for its birds with over 250 species recorded, but also provides a home for hundreds of species of plant and insects. It is cited as one of the best places in the UK to see kingfisher and is also home to rare wildlife including bitterns and otters. Rated as 4.2 on AllTrails Photo: Sophie Bell
3. Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve
Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve spans across 450 acres and was once a royal hunting forest. The reserve comprises areas of ancient native woodland, with slender birch trees growing alongside over a thousand veteran oaks, many of which are more than 500 years old. One of the most famous oaks is the Major Oak, which is believed to be 800 years old and was said to have been Robin Hood's hideout. In the summer of 2018, the RSPB opened a new visitor centre where visitors can learn about the history of the forest. Rated: 4.5 ratings of 5. Photo: Matthew Taylor
4. 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. Rated: 4.2 out of 5 on AllTrails. Photo: National World