From the historic, ancient canopy of Sherwood Forest’s borders to the sweeping panoramic views atop transformed heritage trails, the colder months bring a unique, quiet magic to our countryside.

So lace up your boots, wrap up warm, and head outside. This is your ultimate guide to Mansfield and Ashfield’s best autumn and winter walks.

1. Autumn and winter walks

Here are the top spots around Mansfield to stretch your legs and blow away the cobwebs Photo: martijn-baudoin-rvE2Mp6YQZg-unsplash

2. Titchfield Park

Titchfield Park is just a stone’s throw from Mansfield town centre. Its formal, tree-lined paths are magnificent when the autumn leaves drop, and because it runs right alongside the River Maun, you can follow the water straight into the Quarry Lane Local Nature Reserve for a dose of hidden urban wildlife Photo: Google

3. Sherwood Pines Forest Park

Located just past Clipstone on the edge of Mansfield, Sherwood Pines is beautiful no matter what the season. While parts of the ancient oak forest nearby thin out in winter, the massive evergreen pine canopies stay dense, vibrant, and sheltered year-round Photo: Google

4. Quarry Lane Nature Reserve

Tucked away just minutes from the town centre, this narrow, deep-wooded valley feels like a hidden world. The valley walls and mature Ash, Beech, and Oak canopies shield you from freezing winter winds. The paths are a mix of surfaced tracks and boardwalks, keeping you mostly clear of the worst seasonal mud Photo: Google