A car-free day out

The Sherwood Arrow is a Stagecoach bus service that takes you from Nottingham to Worksop passing many of the local attractions en route.

With the Explorer Day ticket which gives unlimited travel on the day of purchase, this bus service is a great way to see the sights and help the environment at the same time. So why not leave your car behind for the day and try one of the itineraries below.

A good starting point for your car-free day out is the bus stop outside the Hop Pole Hotel in Ollerton Village. If you need your car to get to that point, you can leave it in the free car park by the Sherwood Tourist Information Centre. It is then just a short walk alongside the bus lane, besides McDonalds, to get the bus stop. Please note, cars left in the car park are done so entirely at the owner's risk.

For more information on the places to visit and opening times, please visit their websites or contact the Sherwood Tourist Information Centre.

Browse the county council's public transport pages for details on other bus services and public transport throughout the district.

Robin Hood attractions
Bus stopDestinationWhat to do

Hop Pole, Ollerton Village.
Time: 09:34  

 Edwinstowe
Time: 09.42		 On leaving the bus head to the Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve.
At the Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre you can see an exhibition about Robin Hood, browse the local gift shops and even stop for breakfast in the restaurant. The Major Oak is a must see and is just a 15 minute walk from the visitor centre. Just a few minutes away towards Edwinstowe High Street is the church where Robin Hood and Maid Marian are believed to have exchanged their wedding vows. A statue of the couple stands outside the church.

Edwinstowe High Street
Time: 09:42

 Nottingham  Victoria Bus Station.
Time: 10:31

From here you can explore some of the sights of the city of Nottingham. The tram gives easy access throughout the city although it is also easy to explore on foot if you are able. Visit Nottingham Castle to continue your Robin Hood experience. Visit the Caves in Broadmarsh, or the Galleries of Justice for an historic experience.

Nottingham Victoria Bus Station.
Time:  18:45

 Hop Pole,
Ollerton Village
Time: 19:35		  Finish.

 

Family attractions
Bus stopDestinationWhat to do
Hop Pole
Ollerton Village
Time: 09:34		 White Post
Farnsfield
Time: 10:05		 Wheelgate Adventure Park - a family focused all weather park with thrilling attractions and massive indoor play area.
And/Or
White Post Farm
Get up close to lots of friendly animals from rabbits to wallabies, pigs to llama's and much more, along with go karts and other attractions.
White Post
Time: 15:11		 Hop Pole
Ollerton Village
Time: 15:45

Finish.

 

A National Trust day out
Bus stopDestinationWhat to do
Hop Pole
Ollerton Village
Time: 11:53		 Carburton Crossroads
Time: 12:01		 Enjoy a gentle stroll into Clumber Park. At the visitor centre you can browse the gift shop, visit the walled kitchen gardens and the Chapel as well as enjoying the beautiful landscape around the lake. This is only recommended if you are able to walk some distance as the park is large.
Carburton Crossroads
Time: 12:01		 Worksop
Time: 12:10

Approximately 20 minutes walk from Worksop town centre, you can take a step back in time to the 1920's in Mr Straw's House and discover how a grocer's family lived in Worksop. Admission is by timed ticket only - must be booked in advance.
Worksop
Time: 17:05		 Hop Pole,
Ollerton Village
Time: 17:27		  Finish.

 For other ideas on places to visit using public transport, please contact us at the Sherwood Tourist Information Centre, or call in and pick up the local bus timetables and attractions leaflets.

All bus times and details are correct at the time of publishing. Alterations may be made. We recommend that you confirm bus times before embarking on your day out. This can be done by calling Traveline on 0871 200 22 3333

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