Nottingham campsites

No visit to Nottingham would be complete without a trip to the famous Sherwood Forest. Follow the waymarked trails amongst the leafy glades and spot birds including nuthatches, jays, woodpeckers and redstarts in this 450-acre country park.

Nottingham Castle will forever be associated with Robin Hood but there's far more to the story that is at the heart of English history and heritage. Built on the site of the original Medieval Castle it has spectacular views across the city with a vibrant museum and art gallery housing collections of silver, glass, armour and paintings, plus fifteen centuries of Nottingham history which are brought to life through stories and interactive displays.

For those who wish to immerse themselves in hundreds of years of history, this tour is a must. Beneath Nottingham Castle a labyrinth of man-made caves and tunnels tell the turbulent story of this historic site. Discover secret passageways, King David's dungeon, the Duke of Newcastle's Wine Cellar, or Mortimer's Hole with caves dating back to medieval times.

Staying underground, City of Caves discovers a hidden world beneath your feet underneath the streets of Nottingham. Explore original sandstone caves with the actor-led tours and meet the friendly characters Archie and Annie the archaeologists or wander through at your own pace with a fascinating audio tour. You will be taken on an archaeological journey under the cobbles of some of Nottingham's most famous streets and up through Drury Hill.

Perhaps it’s golf with a difference you’re after... The Lost City Adventure Golf centre has 2 full courses to choose from.  Will you take on the Sacred Skull Pass or the Temple Trail!?

Challenge yourself and the family to play whatever the weather on the indoor carpeted greens, dodge the venomous talking snake, talking statues and crumbling walls.

If you’re feeling brave, become a ghost hunter and join a dark and ancient mission, seeking out the ghoulish residents of this historic city. Begin your dive into the unknown at Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, England's oldest inn, from here you’ll venture into the creepiest corners of the town like the shadow of the castle, an actual graveyard and will end in the caves beneath Ye Olde Salutation Inn.

Curious about the city of Nottingham... Take one of two walks giving an enlightening view into what makes this legendary city, home to Robin Hood and Maid Marian, what it is. Each walk typically takes 1-2 hours.

If you can’t get enough of country walks, and your kids love tracking down treasure, this is the day out for you - The Nottingham Treasure Hunt Trail at The Arboretum. The Arboretum is an incredible sight all on its own and with the route only taking around 2 hours to complete, there’s plenty more to explore. Begin at the Nottingham Playhouse, from here see all sorts of historic buildings, including the Royal Centre and the old Market Square.

Intense, secretive, explosive and adrenalin pumping, just a few words to describe Si5 SpyMissions. An exciting spy themed action adventure centre in Nottingham for ages. Your Mission: to infiltrate a ship and stop the missile being launched without getting caught! The objectives are a mix of physical and mental challenges, and the clock's ticking!
On any given mission you will be set 4/5 of these objectives, and these are changed monthly, making each visit to SpyMissions unique.

If it’s outdoor adrenaline you’re after head on over to the best in outdoor activity centre in Nottingham, The Adrenalin Jungle.  It offers paintballing, quad biking, 4x4 off road, archery, assault course, blindfold driving and off-road karting activities. What’s better is, it’s set in the heart of Sherwood Forest spread over 150 acres of woodlands and clearings.

Discover the people, companies and industries that made Nottingham famous around the world. Nottingham Industrial Museum has five galleries each relating to a key Nottinghamshire industry: textiles, transport, communication, mining and power. With many wonderful artefacts and exhibits including a working Basford Beam engine and an original Thomas Humber Bicycle.

Or visit Wollaton Hall, one of the country's finest Grade One listed Elizabethan mansions, set within 500 acres of beautiful parkland. Experience stunning architecture, exhibitions, a packed events program and an array of wildlife.

Curious about science? Experiment with light, electricity and magnetism in the interactive science centre at Green's Windmill, a restored 19th Century tower mill. Turning again since 1986, climb to the top of the windmill and see how the sails turn grain into flour.

There’s plenty to keep you occupied should the weather not be on your side... Bounce off the walls at either Planet Bounce or RedKanagaroo indoor trampoline centres. Test your skills with 3 interactive levels of laser quest at Quasar Nottingham or challenge the family to a gaming of bowling at MFA Bowl or TenPin Nottingham. Climb the walls at Nottingham Climbing Centre or take to the ice at the National Ice Centre.

Just outside Nottingham city centre is Stonebridge City Farm. This community project is free to visit and a perfect antidote to city living with its lush gardens, nature walks and access to farm animals. Meet cows, goats, ducks, sheep and ponies and hold bunnies and guinea pigs in the petting barn.

The city of Derby on the banks of the River Derwent is great for a day outing as is the quaint market town of Newark-on-Trent.