Location Info
Two miles west of the A614 on the B6030, Sherwood Pines in Nottinghamshire is one of Forestry England’s largest public forests. It contains extensive conifer plantations, wide gravel forestry roads and long woodland trails used year-round.
Terrain is gently undulating, shaped by ancient sand and gravel deposits. Surfaces are firm forestry aggregate with occasional softer sandy sections.
Course Description
Surfaces are of grass, dirt or packed sand. Exact distances will be dictated by weather conditions over the race weekend. Sherwood Forest is a popular area with members of the public for walking dogs and also with mountain bikers. Normal courtesy towards members of the public will be appreciated.
Directions
From The A1
Take the A614 through Ollerton, turn right on to the B6030, to Mansfield, two miles south of Ollerton roundabout. Follow the brown tourist signs for Sherwood Pines Park. forest closed to the public from 4pm, the gates will be locked to all at 5pm.
From A1 North
At Junction 2 of the M18 take A1(M) south, on to A1. Take the A614 through Ollerton towards Nottingham. After roundabout at Ollerton follow A614 for approximately 3 miles, turn right info forest opposite the sign for Eakring.
From A1 South
Leave at Newark. Take A616/617 towards Mansfield. At roundabout take A614 north towards Doncaster. After approximately 2 miles turn left into the forest opposite sign for Eakring.
From M1
Leave at Junction 28. Take A38 to Mansfield then A617 towards Newark. At roundabout junction with A614 take A614 towards Doncaster. After approximately 2 miles turn left into forest opposite sign for Eakring.
AMWA
The Alaskan Malamute Working Association (AMWA) is a UK organisation dedicated to promoting the responsible ownership and working ability of the Alaskan Malamute. The association supports owners who wish to maintain the breed’s traditional strength, endurance and suitability for sled dog work.
AMWA encourages participation through a wide range of working activities designed for Malamutes and other sled dog breeds. These include race rallies, long-distance treks, weight pull competitions, backpack schemes and social camping events that bring together enthusiasts from across the community.
Through education, shared experience and practical working events, AMWA aims to preserve the heritage of the Alaskan Malamute as a capable working dog while fostering a supportive network for sled dog owners and handlers throughout the UK.
