Modern and Spacious Lodge in Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire

Overview of Oak Lodge Spa

The Oak Lodge Spa vacation retreat is part of the Clumber Park Lodges located in Sherwood Forest, Worksop, Nottinghamshire. The modern and spacious lodge has one double bedroom with an ensuite shower and two twin beds. The vacation rental has a shared bathroom with a shower over the bath. The Oak Lodge has an open plan with a kitchen/dining/living room area with French doors that lead out onto the outdoor verandah with garden furniture and an outdoor hot tub. The lodge has 3 bedrooms and can accommodate up to 6 people. Up to 2 pets are allowed at this vacation retreat.

Amenities and Features

The Oak Lodge Spa has two, three or four bedroom accommodations that are presented to the highest standard. This is a great location for a vacation escape with couples, friends, and families. Some of the amenities in this vacation retreat include an outdoor hot tub, flat-screen television/DVD with Freeview, open floor plan kitchen/living/dining room to include a microwave, dishwasher and fridge/freezer, washing machines in the lodge accommodations only, bed linens, duvets, and towels, and outdoor verandah with quality garden furniture. Other amenities include double glazed and full central heating, gas and electricity included, and welcome pack.

History of Sherwood Forest

Sherwood Forest, Worksop, Nottinghamshire was once an area of Woodland and heathland that stretched over 30 miles from Worksop to Nottingham, Sherwood Forest was established as a royal hunting preserve in the 10th century. The region was made legendary as the home of the outlaw in the popular story of Robin Hood, who lived amongst the great oak trees. The region was revived by the Normans, with the forest being enjoyed by successive kings and the link to royalty in this region continued as parts of the forest were acquired by nobility and the four main ducal estates developed. This area, known as The Dukeries, contains the estates of Worksop, Clumber, Welbeck, and Thoresby, and are full of heritage attractions to see.

Outdoor Activities and Attractions

During your Nottinghamshire vacation stay, you can visit the Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve, Sherwood Pines Forest Park, and Rufford Abbey. These locations are great for picnics, walks, and outdoor activities. In this beautiful landscape, you will find several places to stay from holiday cottages, Clumber Park Lodges, quaint bed and breakfasts, and campsites. Haywood Oaks is a small forest with hidden treasures, you'll see the mature oak trees, which are several hundred years old, seen throughout the forest providing a glimpse of the Sherwood from times gone by.

Exploring Thoresby and Clumber Estates

Today, the sites of Thoresby and Clumber can be visited where you can see the country park estates and the grand houses. On the Welbeck Estate, you will find the Welbeck Farm Shop and the Harley Gallery, along with the School of Artisan Food. Through the years the Sherwood Forest has become fragmented as settlements developed and the rich wood natural resources in the area were used for building materials. You can now find a cluster of main country parks that offer a bit of insight into how this beautiful forest may have once appeared.