National take a walk outdoors day encourages people to enjoy the benefits of walking in nature.

The top 5 places to go and explore in Nottingham on National Take a Walk Outdoors Day.

Colwick Country Park

Take a walk around the park’s lake full of abundant diversity; butterflies, dragonflies, swans and migratory birds. Significant numbers of wildfowl can be sighted during the winter and parks and the meadow is home to some of the county’s most beautiful wildlife.

Colwick Country Park

Wollaton Park

Weave through the tumbling golf course of Wollaton Park and it’s duck-filled lakes. Break up your walk at a Cafe near the grounds of’The Dark Knight filming location, and spot the wild roaming deer.

Wollaton Park

Rushcliffe Country Park

Bring your wellies and loop the lake on a muddy trail, passing dog walkers and diverse wildlife. Join foragers, runners and walkers to explore the wooded park, whilst enjoying a hot panini at their outdoor café.

Rushcliffe Country Park

Attenborough Nature Reserve

Indulge in the picturesque nature reserve of Sir David Attenborough; enriched species of birds, a café overlooking the glistening lake and endless wild walk trails. Walk to the top of hills and gaze over the reservoir to see the elegant swans beneath the sunlight.

Attenborough Nature Reserve

The Arboretum

Escape from the busy city at Nottingham’s oldest public park. The Arboretum is filled with wild flowers, pathways nestled amongst trees and benches to rest overlooking the pond to break up your walk. Eye-catching statues and architecture sprinkled amongst the greenery to enjoy on your ramble.

The Arboretum