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:
5. Colwick Country Park
The village of Colwick, just east of Nottingham, is perfect for those looking for somewhere with a chilled out vibe away from the city centre. With Colwick Country Park just a short walk from the village, it's easy to see why you'd want to move here! Rated: 4.5 on AllTrails. | Chris Morgan Photo: Chris Morgan
6. Clumber Park
Take a pleasant walk around the lake and through the woodlands at Clumber Park on a circular 6 mile trail. It's an ideal outing on a spring day. Clumber Park has a 4.7 rating on Google reviews and 4.3 on All Trails. Photo: National Trust
7. Clipstone Forest
This is a great area for a variety of activities including running, walking and mountain bike riding. There is a dense forest of tall trees and sturdy paths with plenty of paths to explore. Rated: Moderate. Rated: 4.4 stars out of 5. Photo: Chad
8. Bestwood Country Park
Park Rd, Bestwood Village, Nottingham NG6 8TQ. Rated: 4.4 out of 5 on AllTrails. | Trevor Rickard Photo: Trevor Rickard