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RSPB Sherwood Forest - Nature Trails and Play Area

Forest Corner, Edwinstowe, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG21 9QB

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Outdoor Spaces (Nature Trails)

  • The following is available in this area: woodland.
  • Additional facilities in this area include: landmarks along the routes.
  • Outdoor areas consist of loose chippings, grass, uncompacted earth and loose stones.
  • There are footpaths throughout.
  • The majority of the paths are wide enough for wheelchair users.
  • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: various areas along the trails.
  • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have uneven surfaces.

Outdoor Spaces (Play Area)

  • The following is available in this area: a playground with play equipment.
  • Outdoor areas consist of loose chippings and wood bark.
  • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of areas.
  • The following areas have stepped access: some of the play equipment.
  • There are some seats situated along the paths for people to rest.
  • The paths have uneven surfaces.
  • Playground View
    • There is a fenced play area with an access point over 100cm wide.
    • There are no firm and even routes over 150cm wide around the play equipment.
    • The following play experiences are available: swinging, sliding, climbing and balancing.
    • There is a latch on the entrance gate at a height of 95cm.

Seating Area (Major Oak Picnic Area)

  • Location and Access View
    • This picnic area is located on the left hand side when proceeding along the Major Oak Trail, next to the Major Oak Tree.
    • The most accessible route has slight ramps or slopes and uneven surfaces.
    • There is step-free access via slope into this area.
    • The slope gradient varies between slight and steep.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is uncovered.
    • The following areas have step-free access via ramps or slopes: this picnic area is located on a slight slope with uneven surfaces.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: picnic tables.
    • The chairs and tables are fixed.
    • The surface height of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under the tables is not suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There may be background noise in this area.

Seating Area (Picnic and Play Area)

  • Location and Access View
    • This area is next to the play area, just after the amphitheatre on the left.
    • The most accessible route has slight ramps or slopes, uneven surfaces and narrow openings.
    • There is step-free level access into this area.
  • Seating Area View
    • The seating area is uncovered.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the seating area.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre (150cm x 150cm).
    • There is space for an assistance dog to rest.
    • Furniture available in this area includes: picnic tables.
    • The surface height of some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • The clear height under some of the tables is suitable for wheelchair users.
    • There may be background noise in this area.