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 Edwinstowe
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Edwinstowe
lies in the heart of Sherwood Forest.
Just
to the north stands the remains of the Major Oak, the largest
oak in England, said to be over 1,000 years old. The name
Edwinstowe means 'Edwin's resting place' because the body
of King (and Saint) Edwin of Northumbria was concealed in
the church after he was killed at the Battle of Hatfield Chase,
near Doncaster, in around 633 AD.
Until
recently Thorseby Colliery was the town's main employer but
since the demise of the coal industry tourism relating to
Robin Hood and Sherwood Forest has become more important to
the town.
Nearby
attractions include Sherwood Forest Farm Park, Sherwood Pines
Forest Park and Go Ape High Wire Forest Adventure.
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Location
Map of Edwinstowe |
What
To See -
Edwinstowe Tourist Attractions
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 St
Mary's Church The
Vicarage, 5 West Lane, Edwinstowe NG21 9QT |
A beautiful
12th century church, in the heart of Sherwood Forest, closely
connected with the legend of Robin Hood. It is said that Robin
Hood wed Maid Marian in the doorway of St Mary's. A statue of
Robin Hood proposing to Maid Marian stands outside the church. The
church, with an impressive spire, has unique and rare features,
including a set of 6 bells dating from 1662-1889.
Open: daily from Easter- end of Sept: 12:00-16:00 - visitors
should telephone if coming from some distance Tel: 01623
822430 |
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Sherwood
Forest Country Park Edwinstowe
NG21 9HN |
Off B6034
just north of Edwinstowe. Sherwood Forest, once the home of
the legendary Robin Hood, has had a long history. In the Middle
Ages the forest covered 100,000 acres and was solely for the
hunting activites of the English monarch and his entourage. Only
small areas of the forest have survived to this day. This 450
acre country park, a National Nature Reserve, has some of the
oldest trees in Europe. The world-famous 'Major Oak' is still
producing acorns after standing in the heart of the forest for
800 years. It is said that Robin Hood and his outlaws often
met beside this great tree to plan their escapades. Its hollow
trunk also made an excellent place to hide from the Sheriff
of Nottingham's men.However, the tree many only have been an
acorn at this time! Other parts of the park consist of medieval
grassland and Hebridean sheep and Dexter cattle help ensure
these open areas do not revert to scrub. The Visitor Centre
has displays on the natural history of the forest and its legendary
associations. Restaurant and shop. To visit the Major Oak take
the 20 minute walk from the centre. A week long Robin Hood
Festival is held at the centre every July/August.
Open: daily from dawn to dusk.Visitor centre open Apr-
Oct: 10:30-17:00; Nov-Mar: 10:30-16:30 Tel: 01623 823202 |
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Sherwood
Forest Art & Craft Centre Forest
Corner, Edwinstowe NG21 9RN |
This arts
centre, in the heart of Sherwood Forest just a few minutes from
the legendary Major Oak, is housed in the former stable block
and coach house of Edwinstowe Hall. In the main building is
11 studios enclosed by a glass atrium and outside 5 studios
are grouped around a courtyard. Small picnic area, 16 workshops
and a restaurant. Offers unique but practical gifts for the
house and garden. Special events throughout the year.
Open: Apr-Sept: Mon-Sat, 10:00-17:30, Sun 10:30-16:30;
Oct-Mar: Wed-Sat, 10:00-16:00, Sun 10:30-16:30 Tel:
01623 824033. |
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Sherwood
Forest Farm Park Lambs
Pens Farm, Edwinstowe NG21 9H |
Set in a
picturesque valley, Sherwood Forest Farm Park is approved by
the Rare Breeds Survival Trust for breeding rare and protected
farm animall,. 40 breeds on the farm fall in this category. New
arrivals of piglets, lambs, goat kids and baby rabbits are always
a highlight. Wallabies and water buffalo, water garden and
an enclosure of exotic birds. Tearoom, picnic spots, adventure
playground, play areas and a shop. A separately owned miniature
railway operates here daily in the season.
Open: Good Friday - Oct: 10:30-17:15 Tel: 01623
823558  |
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Sherwood
Pines Forest Park
Forestry Commission, Edwinstowe NG21 9JL |
Ooff B6030
at Old Clipstone between Clipstone and Ollerton. Former heathland
now a working forest made up of pine woodland, with areas of
birch, oak, sweet chestnut and beech. Walking, mountain biking
and orienteering. Visitor Centre provides information and has
a cafe and shop. Bicycles can be hired nearby. All the walks
and cycle trails lead from the Visitor Centre and one trail
provides easy access for disabled visitors. Picnic areas and
an adventure playground. The Go Ape High Wire Forest Adventure
course is near the Visitor Centre - see below.
Open: 08:00-dusk Visitor Centre: open Mon-Fri: 10:00-17:30;
Sat & Sun: 09:00-18:00 - Closes at dusk in winter and closed
25 Dec. Tel: 01623
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Go
Ape High Wire Forest Adventure Sherwood
Pines Forest Park, Old Clipstone, NG21 9JL |
Near Old
Clipstone, off B6030. In Sherwood Forest, five miles from the
Major Oak. Aerial assault course through Robin Hood Country
with a network of rope bridges, Tarzan swings, platforms, netting
and 'death slides' that stretch through the tree canopy.
Open: daily Mid Mar-Oct, 09:00-17:00; Weekends only
in November. Closed Dec and Jan Prebooking is essential to
avoid disappointment. Tel: 0870 444 5562
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Where
To Stay in Edwinstowe
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Around
The Edwinstowe Area
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Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Ollerton (1.85 miles) Laxton (6.06 miles) Mansfield (6.43 miles) Worksop (8.00 miles) Ravenshead (8.59 miles) Southwell (9.29 miles) Sutton-in-Ashfield (9.55 miles) Kirkby-in-Ashfield (9.94 miles) Retford (10.20 miles) Hucknall (12.28 miles) Newark-on-Trent (13.45 miles) |
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