Top Things to do in Edwinstowe
5 Free Things to do in Edwinstowe That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Edwinstowe, United Kingdom including The calvie gallery, St Mary's Church, Edwinstowe High Street, Sherwood Forest Art and Craft Centre, Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre.
Restaurants in Edwinstowe
1. The calvie gallery
2. St Mary's Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By AfricanSunset77 - Gillingham, United Kingdom
When we arrived we were greeted by a very friendly gentle man by the name of Harold, who gave us a guided tour and explanation of the history of the Church and the local area. It was really nice to, one have the church open to the public (unlike other churches) and two, someone to explain the history and background of the church. The guided tour by the Harold was more informative about Sherwood, Nottingham, Robin Hood and the Kings than the actual Sherwood Forest visitors centre which had nothing. I would recommend that one definitely visits this Church and take in the beauty, history of the local area.
3. Edwinstowe High Street
4. Sherwood Forest Art and Craft Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 115 reviews
Sherwood Forest Art and Craft Centre lies in the heart of ancient Sherwood Forest, just a short walk from the famous Major Oak. Here you can see the artisans crafting their products and maybe buy a souvenir or two! Excellent cafe. Free parking (limited). Closed Mondays all year. (Some studios may be open) Closed Tuesdays in winter months.(Some studios may be open)
Reviewed By C7939LBmaryr
We had two excellent visits to this centre over one weekend. Charming mews layout, with covered light and airy centre courtyard. Crafts range from vibrant wools, fabric and paintings to medieval-style leather and gifts, and even older rocks and fossils. The essential cafe did not disappoint. The centre has its own car park up the lane, so you do not need to park in the expensive (£4) forest car park across the road. Open 4 days a week in winters day 5 in summer.
5. Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 715 reviews
Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre is your gateway into a stunning historical forest; home to the legendary outlaw Robin Hood and some incredible ancient giants, including Major Oak. In August this year, the doors opened on the brand-new centre in its new location on the edge of the woodland. The centre and forest are now managed and protected by the RSPB and partners, who took on the project when the old centre came to the end of its lifespan. Sherwood Forest is heavily protected (SSSI), and the location of the old centre and car park was detrimental to some of our ancient oaks. Because of this, a new home was found on the edge of Sherwood, away from the sensitive areas of the forest. Now we've opened, we'll be working to bring alive the legend of Robin Hood in a host of new and exciting ways, including regular events, walks, costumed guides, children’s trails and interpretation! Every time you visit Sherwood, you’re helping support and project this valuable forest for the future.
Reviewed By Ultimate-leadership - Peak District National Park, United Kingdom
I read some poor reviews about Sherwood Forest before I took my family for a day out which I think are unfair. The parking is excellent and very easy to find, the new visitor centre is great, the little shops and cafe have some interesting finds, the staff are very professional and knowledgeable and the walk in the woods to the Major Oak is great fun with the kids. I would recommend you visit, next time I want to take a picnic and spend the whole day there.
