"A historic network of open and green spaces..."

 “Nottingham city has a historic network of open and green spaces with over 20% of the city's total land area made up of accessible, open and green spaces.”
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Nottinghamshire is perfect for those who like to get outdoors.  Whether it's relaxing in one of the county’s many parks or rambling in the countryside, there is something for every kind of outdoor activity.

The University Park Campus itself is surrounded with lush greenery and also contains a boating lake.

Parks in Nottingham

Nottingham city boasts an impressive range of parks and open green spaces for residents and visitors to relax and enjoy.  A few minutes walk from the city centre itself is the Green Flag Award winning Arboretum park which is a haven away from the hustle and bustle of the city. In the city centre you'll also find Nottingham Castle's attractive grounds with fantastic view across the city.

Almost every area of Nottingham has a park nearby: Lenton, Clifton, Bulwell, Broxtowe, Beeston, Sherwood, Forest Fields, Colwick, St Annes, Strelley, The Meadows and Wollaton all have open spaces nearby or a short bus ride away.

Wollaton Hall Gardens and Deer Park

Situated approximately three miles from the city centre, near the University Park Campus, Wollaton Hall Gardens and Deer Park is one of Nottingham's best assets. Wollaton Hall is home to a fascinating museum and beautiful gardens set in grounds where deer roam freely.

Further afield

Newstead Abbey Historic House and Gardens

Newstead Abbey is located 12 miles out of Nottingham in the Nottinghamshire countryside.  There you'll find stunning medieval cloisters set in 300 acres of parkland with ponds, lakes, waterfalls and impressive gardens.  The Abbey is also the former home of one of Nottingham's most famous residents, the poet Lord Byron. 

Country Parks

Nottinghamshire boasts three country parks which were set up nearly 30 years ago to enable local people and visitors alike to experience the benefits of nature and the environment at its finest.

• Rufford Abbey Country Park
• Bestwood Country Park
• Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve

Clumber Park

Owned by The National Trust, the historic Clumber Park is an impressive 3,800 acres of awesome scenery and wildlife. 

Attenborough Nature Reserve

Attenborough Nature Reserve is home to the award winning Attenborough Nature Centre which gives visitors access to a delightful wildlife haven. In 2007 it was listed by the BBC Wildlife magazine as one of the top ten eco destinations in the world ─ quite a claim to be proud of.

Peak District National Park

The Peak District National Park is Britain's first national park and probably one of its finest. Although the park is mainly in Derbyshire it is easily accessible from Nottingham and well worth a visit.