Country parks
Your Place in the Country
We all feel better for spending some time outdoors with nature. Green spaces are a place to relax, where children can play safely, where we can all learn about nature and connect with the environment. But not everyone has easy access to the countryside, or the transport to get there.
Our country parks were set up nearly thirty years ago, to help everyone enjoy the countryside. Today, they’re used by over a million people per year, from local residents and school groups to overseas tourists. Come and visit us today!
The three Country Parks run by Nottinghamshire County Council are:
Getting There
All three parks are accessible by public transport.
Plan your journey by public transport.
Opening Hours & Other Details
Our parks are open 364 days a year, seven days a week. Check out opening hours of park facilities
Admission is free, with just a small car parking charge at Rufford and Sherwood Forest Country Park during peak season.
Do you have limited mobility? Take a look at information for disabled visitors and wheelchair users.
Dogs are welcome in our parks, but please keep them on a lead.
Sorry - no cycling within the park / visitor centre area at Rufford and Sherwood Forest Country Parks. We provide bike racks so you can park up and enjoy them on foot.
More Parks in Nottinghamshire
For information about visiting Newstead Abbey, Wollaton Hall and other parks managed by Nottingham City Council, go to their website: www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/parksandrecreation.htm
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