Foresters and felons, poets and poachers, discover the unusual tales of Nottinghamshire’s woodlands and the people who have worked, lived and been inspired by them.
Join the Sylva exhibition curator for a guided walk through of the exhibition and learn about the stories behind the items on display.
Woodland history is an important tool in nature conservation. The leading forest ecologist and historian Dr George Peterken will discuss how historical maps and records were used to construct the Ancient Woodland Inventory.
The world’s most famous heritage forest, legendary stomping ground of Robin Hood, a magnet for tourists since Victorian times - Sherwood Forest is special.
In this walk led by Steve Clarke, Highfields Park Ranger, you can explore the rich history and the wonder of the variety of trees in Highfields Park.
How has Sherwood Forest been represented and understood over the last 400 years?