Robin Wood

Forestry operations are currently taking place at Robin Wood so diversions and temporary trail closures may be in place where needed to keep everybody safe. Please follow safety signage and barriers at all times during your visits.

Visitor information

Part of the National Forest, Robin Wood offers scenic walks and interesting wildlife

Located on the outskirts of Derby, Robin Wood offers a range of surfaced forest paths suitable for walkers, horse riders and cyclists.

The woodland offers a beautiful display of bluebells in the spring and woodpeckers and deer can also be spotted! 

 

Things to do

Grab your helmet and head out for a beautiful cycle ride around Robin Wood!

Cycling is only permitted on bridleways and forest roads at Robin Wood, we routinely inspect our...

Explore Robin Wood on horseback! There is a bridleway running through the forest, which makes the most of forest roads to give you panoramic views of the woodland.

There is no...

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Robin Wood has a range of open paths that run through...

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