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Center Parcs Sherwood Forest

Center Parcs Sherwood Forest

Rufford, Newark, Nottinghamshire

Steeped in history, Sherwood Forest is a magnificent pine forest nestled in beautiful woodland. If you're looking for a truly unique conference venue in Nottinghamshire, you won't find one finer. The Venue is home to first-class facilities and versatile spaces, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the iconic lake.

Centrally situated in the East Midlands, our venue is easily accessible via the A1 and M1, and just 90 minutes from London by train with the nearest station being Newark Northgate and Nottingham. You'll also find dedicated events car parking as well as EV charging points.

With space for up to 550 delegates, six flexible suites, free parking, state-of-the-art AV, and Wi-Fi, The Venue offers luxury accommodation, onsite dining, and a variety of team-building activities in a 400-acre woodland setting.

You'll find everything you need, all in one place – a variety of versatile meeting and event spaces at The Venue, a range of team building activities, shops & restaurants, Aqua Sana Spa and luxury onsite accommodation – all nestled amongst the majestic oaks and pines.

Center Parcs Sherwood Forest Map
Venue Center Parcs Sherwood Forest
Max Capacity 550 guests
Bedrooms 2200
Address Sherwood Forest
Rufford
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG22 9DN

Capacity Overview

Max Capacity
550
Reception
550
Theatre
550
Dining
480
Dinner & Dance
480
Cabaret
320
Classroom
300
Boardroom
36

Featured Event Spaces (12)

The Venue (All Suites) - Center Parcs Sherwood Forest

The Venue (All Suites)

Area: 864m2
Dimensions: 48m (L) x 18m (W) x 3.8m (H)
Max Capacity
550
Theatre
550
Dining
480
Cabaret
320
Classroom
300
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The Venue has natural daylight, multiple flexible spaces and two terraces with views to the lake and forest. It is fully accessible on the ground floor.

Ballroom - Center Parcs Sherwood Forest

Ballroom

Area: 433m2
Dimensions: 25.6m (L) x 16.9m (W) x 3.8m (H)
Max Capacity
500
Reception
500
Theatre
380
Dining
260
Dinner & Dance
240
Cabaret
220
Classroom
148
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Our largest function suite at Sherwood Forest, the Ballroom is a combination of Major Oak, Beech and Birch suites. It has natural day light and a lighting rig. There is access to the terrace area which provides an ideal space for coffee breaks nestled in the forest.

Major Oak Suite - Center Parcs Sherwood Forest

Major Oak Suite

Area: 262m2
Dimensions: 15.5m (L) x 16.9m (W) x 2.4m (H)
Max Capacity
280
Theatre
280
Dining
140
Cabaret
140
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The Major Oak Suite can be used on its own or combined with Beech and Birch suites to create the larger Ballroom.

Beech & Birch Suite - Center Parcs Sherwood Forest

Beech & Birch Suite

Area: 139m2
Dimensions: 16.9m (L) x 8.2m (W) x 3.8m (H)
Max Capacity
120
Theatre
120
Dining
100
Dinner & Dance
80
Cabaret
80
Classroom
40
U-Shape
34
Boardroom
36
More Details

This combined suite can be used as a function room, syndicate room or catering area for the Major Oak suite. This room has natural day light, views to the forest and access to the terrace.

Elm Suite - Center Parcs Sherwood Forest

Elm Suite

Area: 164m2
Dimensions: 13.8m (L) x 11.9m (W) x 2.4m (H)
Max Capacity
120
Reception
120
Theatre
75
Dining
80
Dinner & Dance
60
Cabaret
75
Classroom
36
U-Shape
28
Boardroom
25
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Elm Suite is a beautiful hexagonal room which can be used on its own, combined with Oak Suite, or open as part of the full venue. It has natural daylight, forest views and direct access to the terrace.

Oak Suite - Center Parcs Sherwood Forest

Oak Suite

Area: 170m2
Dimensions: 13.8m (L) x 12.3m (W) x 2.4m (H)
Max Capacity
120
Reception
120
Theatre
80
Dining
56
Cabaret
56
Classroom
30
U-Shape
22
Boardroom
22
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Oak Suite is a hexagonal room that can be used on its own, combined with Elm Suite, or opened up to be part of the full venue. It has stunning views, lots of natural daylight and access to the terrace.

Beech Suite - Center Parcs Sherwood Forest

Beech Suite

Area: 63m2
Dimensions: 8.5m (L) x 7.4m (W) x 2.4m (H)
Max Capacity
60
Theatre
60
Dining
50
Cabaret
32
Classroom
24
U-Shape
20
Boardroom
17
More Details

Beech is an ideal space for a syndicate or breakout room when using Major Oak.

Birch Suite - Center Parcs Sherwood Forest

Birch Suite

Area: 63m2
Dimensions: 8.5m (L) x 7.4m (W) x 2.4m (H)
Max Capacity
60
Theatre
60
Dining
50
Cabaret
60
Classroom
24
U-Shape
20
Boardroom
20
More Details

Birch Suite has natural daylight, forest views and access to the terrace. It's ideal as a syndicate room or breakout space when using the Major Oak suite.

Chestnut Suite - Center Parcs Sherwood Forest

Chestnut Suite

Area: 64m2
Dimensions: 11.2m (L) x 5.7m (W) x 3.7m (H)
Max Capacity
40
Theatre
40
Dining
40
Cabaret
32
Boardroom
16
More Details

Chestnut Suite is part of the new extension to The Venue and offers beautiful forest and lake views as well as direct access to the terrace. It can be used as a breakout or meeting room, or to extend the reception area.

Green Room - Center Parcs Sherwood Forest

Green Room

Area: 30m2
Dimensions: 7m (L) x 4.3m (W) x 2.4m (H)
Max Capacity
16
Boardroom
16
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Our stunning new Green Room is ideal for a smaller meeting, seating 16 boardroom.

Ash Suite

Area: 30m2
Dimensions: 5.5m (L) x 5.5m (W) x 2.4m (H)
Max Capacity
12
Boardroom
12
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Ash Suite is a stunning circular room with direct access to the terrace and views of the forest. It can seat 12 boardroom and is ideal as a breakout space or for smaller meetings.

Business Centre - Center Parcs Sherwood Forest

Business Centre

Area: 21m2
Dimensions: 6.5m (L) x 3.2m (W) x 2.4m (H)
Max Capacity
10
Boardroom
10
More Details

Our brand new Business Centre is perfect for a smaller meeting or as a planning office during your event.

Key Features

  • AV Equipment
  • Disability Access
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Station
  • Family Friendly
  • In-house Catering
  • Leisure Facilities
  • Licensed Bar
  • Outside Space
  • Parking
  • Wi-Fi Access