Edwinstowe is an historical village in the County of Nottinghamshire, and is home to over five thousand people. It's set at the very heart of Sherwood Forest and has its roots firmly in the history books, and grew with the demise of a king. Edwin of Northumbria died close by after a bloody battle, and in order for his body not to fall into enemy hands he was buried here. His friends returned at a later date to him being proclaimed as Saint Edwin, the church and priest were firmly installed and the village grew. Its intriguing history continued with Robin Hood and his Merry Men who, it is said gathered at the Major Oak. This stunning tree dates back a thousand years and visitors today can still marvel at the tree which also saw a gathering of Suffragettes hide inside it. There is an interesting High Street with unusual shops, restaurants, and attractive pubs offering something a little stronger, and a Visitor's Centre for the Forest. From trees for great ships, nearby coal mining, and tourism today, the village thrives. A stroll to the Library will uncover a statue of Robin Hood proposing to Maid Marian, and close by the impressive 12th Century Church is where legend has it that they were married in the doorway.
Attraction
Sherwood Forest Country Park & Visitor Centre
St Mary's Church
Doctor
Holiday Park
Pub and Bar
Hammer & Wedge
Royal Oak
Ye Olde Jug & Glass Inn
School
King Edwin Primary School
St Mary’s C of E Primary School
Solicitor
Shops
Sherwood Forest Art & Craft Centre
Places to Stay near Edwinstowe
Sherwood Forest Lodge (2.06 miles)
Thoresby Hall Hotel & Spa (2.77 miles)
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Thoresby Hall Hotel & Spa is a magnificent Grade I listed mansion on the edge of Sherwood Forest. Its architectural ... More | visit website
Clumber Park Hotel (5.01 miles)
The recently upgraded Clumber Park Hotel nestles on the edge of Sherwood Forest. This Nottinghamshire hotel is a haven of unrivalled tranquility and natural beauty. The hotel occupies a prime ... More | visit website
Crosshill House Bed and Breakfast (6.03 miles)
The Goat House (6.06 miles)
Mansfield Lodge Hotel (6.20 miles)
Mansfield Lodge Hotel is a family run 2-star small hotel with a friendly atmosphere situated in the heart of Robin Hood Country. This well furnished, smart Victorian property is less ... More
Clifton Hotel (6.22 miles)
The Clifton Hotel is a Georgian building located on a quiet tree lined road, 5 minutes away from the city centre. The Clifton Hotel is 16 miles from Nottingham.
All rooms are ... More
Portland Hall Hotel (6.24 miles)
Travelodge Retford Markham Moor (7.18 miles)
There are loads of reasons our customers choose to stay at Travelodge. Our great value clean and comfortable rooms with en-suite provide everything needed for a good night's sleep and are close to where people ... More | visit website
Brecks Cottage (7.53 miles)
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