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Great British Heritage Pass
- Visit Britain with the Great British Heritage Pass - the best of
British sightseeing and historic Britain for UK visitors. Get free
entry to almost 600 British heritage tourist attractions around
England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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Bagthorpe and Underwood
The pleasant villages of Underwood &
Bagthorpe on the Derbyshire border are all worth a visit,
offering
country walks, a wealth of heritage and history as well as gentle
pastimes and eating places to suit everyone.
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Felley
Priory was founded in 1156. The Priory has close links with Annesley
Hall because the church at Annesley (the Old Church) was given to the
Canons of Felley in 1158 to save it from destruction. There is an
enchanting garden, started in 1976, which contains a large selection of
new and interesting plants. All the plants and shrubs sold there are
grown in the garden so they can be seen flowering before purchasing.In
the spring the whole of the orchard is carpeted with an incredible
variety of daffodils and is really worth a visit. Refreshments are
always available and the site is only a 3-minute drive from Junction 27
of the M1 on the A608.
At
the end of Felley Mill Lane North is Felley Mill Farm and Pond, which
is denoted as Strelley Mill in DH Lawrence's novel 'The White Peacock'.
At one time a watermill on this site was used by the monks of Felley
Priory. Felley Mill Farm is the ideal starting point for an attractive
walk around the area.
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Off Mansfield
Road,
Underwood
Open All year - Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9am to 12.30pm.
Also open March-October: second and fourth Wednesday in the month, 9am
to 4pm
FELLEY
PRIORY
CLICK
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Phone:
01773
810230 |
Eastwood
One of the most famous writers of the 20th
century was DH Lawrence, whose groundbreaking novel Lady
Chatterley’s Lover
changed English literature for ever. When Lawrence was growing up in
Eastwood, this part of Nottinghamshire was dominated by the coal mining
industry. The town is very different these days, but
take a
peep into the past at Durban House, the former headquarters of the
Barber Walker Mining Company. The D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum is a
just short walk away.
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EASTWOOD CLICK
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D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum
This is the house where D.H.
Lawrence was born in 1885, and the first
of the family's four Eastwood homes. Through a guided tour, you will be
able to learn about his family life and the type of working class home
and mining community that shaped his formative years. The tour includes
the parlour, kitchen and bedrooms as well as the outdoor washhouse. In
the adjoining building there is the chance to watch a D.V.D on Lawrence
and visit our exhibition space, which houses several original Lawrence
paintings and personal items such as his traveling trunk.
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8a Victoria Street, Eastwood,
Nottinghamshire, NG16 3AW
DH LAWRENCE CLICK
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DH Lawrence
Memorial
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DH Lawrence Memorial Stone
David Herbert Lawrence's ashes are buried in a shrine on the Kiowa
Ranch, San Cristobal, Taos County, New Mexico, USA. There is also a
memorial stone for him in Eastwood Cemetery
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Durban House Heritage Centre
As a boy, D.H. Lawrence would pick up his father's wages from this
impressive building, which was the offices of local coal owners,
Barber, Walker & Co.
Today a thriving heritage centre, a visit here complements the tour of
the museum through its permanent exhibition, depicting community life
for
the young Lawrence and introducing you to some more of the early
influences on his life. The Heritage Centre also includes a
contemporary art exhibition
space, the Rainbow Gallery, and has a restaurant on the ground floor,
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Durban
House
Heritage Centre
Mansfield Road
Eastwood
Nottinghamshire
NG16 3DZ | View map
D.H.LAWRENCE
HERITAGE
CLICK |
Tel:
+44
(0)1773 717 353
Fax: +44 (0)1773 713 509 |
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The Blue
Line Trail follows the footsteps of Lawrence through
Eastwood, and links his four family homes with other Lawrence related
sites. Or, if you want to go further afield, the local area still has
much of the charm and locations that inspired Lawrence, which can be
explored on foot or by car.
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Hucknall
Hucknall,
a
historic
mining and textiles town, where the graceful
River Leen dissects the undulating landscape. Hucknall is a thriving
market town, with a bustling market on a Friday and a flea market on
Thursday evenings.The
town boasts a number of famous sons including Byron, his daughter Ada
Lovelace, who worked with Charles Babbage on the first computer, Eric
Coates, composer of the Dambusters theme tune and Ben Caunt, champion
boxer of all England, after whom the Big Ben bell at Westminster was
reputed to have been named. All these famous people are buried in the
graveyard at St Mary Magdalene Church. Every July the town hosts the
International Byron Festival. See the Ashfield District Council events
diary for detailsIn
the evening there are many pubs and restaurants and you can even catch
the 'flicks' at the Byron Cinema on the High Street. The town also
boasts a modern Leisure Centre with swimming pool and fitness centre.
There is a town trail available around the sites of interest in the
town, which was recently used as a location for the British hit film,
'Once Upon a Time in the Midlands.'A
visitor
information point
is located in the town centre's library, where visitor's and residents
can find that all important information to enable them to have an
enjoyable and interesting day. This is open during normal library hours.Hucknall
is
situated on the Robin Hood Line, just a 15 minute ride from
Nottingham and 20 minutes from Mansfield. From 2003 the new Nottingham
tram will terminate at Hucknall. The National Cycle Network runs
through Hucknall from Nottingham on its way to Newstead Abbey and
Sherwood Forest.
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Hucknall Library, Market Place,
Hucknall NG15
7BS
Opening
times: open Monday,
Tuesday and Thursday 9am - 7.30pm. Wednesday and Friday 9am -
5pm.
Saturday 9am - 4pm. Closed Sunday and Bank Holidays. Or call 08444 77
5678
for local tourist information
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Tel: 08444 77
5678
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Mill
Lakes
and Bestwood Country Park
Mill Lakes once used to power the textile
mills, and is now an attractive recreational area, rich in wildlife and
a gateway to Bestwood Country Park.
Bestwood,
once a Deer Park, is now a 650 acre park including woodlands, heath,
grasslands and wetlands as well as formal gardens. The park also hosts
the Winding House, to commemorate the industrial heritage once
prevalent in what is now an area for conservation.
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Off
Wigwam
Lane, Hucknall
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Tel
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Rangers Office 0115 927 3674 |
St
Mary
Magdalene Church
Dating
back to Saxon times, St. Mary Magdalene Church is most famous for being
the burial place of the romantic poet Lord Byron, his body was returned
to his native Hucknall from Messolonghi in Western Greece. On view are
many Byron memorials including a marble slab given by King George I of
Greece in 1881, which is laid above Byron. At her own request his
daughter, Ada Countess of Lovelace, was buried beside her father in the
family vault in 1852. The
Church also has the largest collection of stained glass windows from
the studios of CE Kempe, perhaps the greatest of the Victorian stained
glass artists, along with several wall mosaics in pre-Raphaelite style.
There is a Visitors' Centre in the Church and a sensory garden in the
Churchyard. Visits and tours can be arranged by telephone.
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Market
Place,
Hucknall, Notts
ST MARY MAGDALENE CLICK
Open: 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm Monday to Friday and 10am-12pm Saturday
morning.
Sundays during and after service times.
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Phone:
0115
9635850 |
The One4all Group
Buggyland
2
and Commando Paintball are part of the One4all Group.LKQC
is the only indoor go karting circuit in Nottingham. With a 450m of
championship indoor karting track Ideal for team building, corporate
events, stag parties and hen parties in Nottingham as well as group
bookings.Buggyland 2
at the National Water Sports Centre Nottingham is ideal for Corporate
Events and Team Building and includes activities such as Quad Biking,
Off Road Mud Buggies and White Water Rafting or Water Skiing.Commando
Paintball
is Nottingham's closest Paintballing site. Only 10 minutes from
Nottingham City Centre, with 52 acres of broadleaf woodland and
multiple game zones.
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South Hangar, Langar Airport, Harby Road, Langar,
Notts. NG13 9HY
ONE 4
ALL CLICK |
Tel 01949 86 11 55 |
Naturescape
Naturescape
is
a novel family-run business engaged in the production of
wildflower seeds, plants, native trees and shrubs. The wildflower farm
and visitors centre has 40 acres of wildflower crops grown for seed,
wildlife hedgerows totalling a mile in length and a wildflower garden
comprising different habitats, demonstrating wildflower and cottage
garden plants to prodive ideas to take home. A pleasant cabin provides
an attractive sales area and tasteful tearoom serving home-made fayre.
There is a woodlandwalk, large dragonfly pond, picnic area and a
one-acre wetland meadow.
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Lapwing
Meadows
Coach Gap Lane
Langar
Nottinghamshire
NG13 9HP | View map
E-mail:
sales@naturescape.co.uk
NATURESCAPE
CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1949 860 592
Fax: +44 (0) 1949 869 047 |
Mansfield
& Area
Mansfield is said to have derived its name
from the little stream called the Maun, which runs gently through it.
Ambitious regeneration projects in recent
years have transformed
Mansfield in terms of retail, leisure, housing and industry. The
bustling 700-year-old open market is the hub of the town, complemented
by shopping centres, retail parks and department stores along with
boutiques and specialist stores. Family attractions
within
the district range from the ultimate in swimming fun at Water Meadows,
local heritage at the Museum and Art Gallery, to innovation at Making
It!.Unique visitor attractions such as White Lion Yard are
tucked away off the busy streets of Mansfield. The site is home
to
caves and buildings, most of which have been used since the early 18th
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Opening
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Mansfield operates
a telephone helpline service from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
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Tel:
08444
77
5678
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Edwinstowe
Edwinstowe
is
a village in the heart of Sherwood Forest Its name means Edwin's
resting place because King (and Saint) Edwin of Northumbria's body
was hidden in the church after he was killed in the Battle of Hatfield
Chase, in 633. References to Edwinstowe can be found in the
Domesday Book. Legend has it that Robin Hood married his sweetheart Maid Marion in St Marys Church,Thoresby
Colliery serves as Edwinstowe's main source of employment. However,
since the downfall of the British coal industry, tourism is now
becoming a major influence on the local economy due to the popularity
of the Robin Hood legend and the alleged location of his base at the
Major Oak.(See The Statues of Robin & Marion here)
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Edwinstowe's
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GO APE,
Fancy
yourself as a bit of a Tarzan? Then this is the challenge for
you. Go Ape is a high wire forest adventure course of rope bridges,
tarzan swings and zip slides. Go ape and trek tree to tree through the
forest canopy. You get three hours of adrenaline-fuelled fun, laughter
and adventure for your money, so swing on by and give it a go. They
even encourage corporate days, so get the whole office down there for
some team-building exercises. You know you always wanted to see your
boss dangling on the end of a rope...
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Sherwood Pines Visitor Centre
Sherwood Pines Forest Park, Nr. Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire, NG21 9JL
GO APE CLICK
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Tel: 0870 444 5562 |
Kirkfields Equestrian Centre
Riding Schools, Livery Stables &
Equestrian Centres
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Tel:
01623 794831 |
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Mansfield Town Football Club
Formed in 1897 this is now a League Division 2 team.
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Field Mill Ground
Quarry Lane
Mansfield
Notts
NG18 5DA
General enquries
e-mail: info@mansfieldtown.net
MANSFIELD
TOWN
CLICK
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Tel:
0870
7563160
Fax: 01623 482 495
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Making
It! Discovery Centre
Hands on interactive exhibits based around the process of making
things. Modern exhibits, computer technology, The Idea, Design,
Testing, Marketing, Advertising, Waste Management and making a kit with
component parts to take home.Choose from Rocket, Ball Launcher, Live
Wire Challenge, Plane Launcher,
Torch, Clock, Bug, Buggy, motorised buggy and others - print your own
front page of the newspaper.
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Littleworth
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 1AH | Contact
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E-mail
: info@makingit.org.uk
MAKING IT CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1623 - 473297
Fax: +44 (0) 1623 - 473201 |
Mansfield
Museum and Art Gallery
This museum
and discovery centre is primarily designed for children and
is a great day out for a family. It allows visitors to have the
experience of actually making things through a series of interesting
interactive exhibits. The industrial and technological are explored in
an easy to understand and fun way at this colourful and exciting museum.
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Leeming
Street
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 1NG | Contact
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All year, Mon-Sat, 1000-1700. Closed all Bank Hols
MANSFIELD
MUSEUM
CLICK .
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1623 - 463088
Fax: +44 (0) 1623 - 412922 |
Palace Theatre, Mansfield
The
Palace
opened in 1910 as the Electric Palace presenting Cine-Variety. In
1950 there were signs of a partial refurbishment of the Palace which
would have seated around 600 in stalls and balcony, there were just
plain side walls, a very small stage and the follow spotlights were,
unusually, operated from a projection room at the rear of the Stalls
.Direction was in the hands of Will Collins, this would have been the
well known agent Joe Collins who often used his Father's name in
business matters. Joe was the father of Joan & Jackie Collins. In
2010, the Mansfield Palace Theatre will be celebrating its 100th
birthday! The year will consist of events and celebrations to mark such
an achievement.
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Palace
Theatre,
Leeming Street, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 1NG
Tel: 01623 633133
PALACE
THEATRE
CLICK |
Tel:
01623
633133 |
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Sherwood Forest Art and Craft
Centre
is
situated in the former Coach House and Stables of Edwinstowe Hall in
the heart of the legendary Sherwood Forest. In this idyllic location
the buildings have been converted into one of the most creatively
designed craft centres in the country.There
are eleven studios enclosed by a glazed atrium ensuring that even the
most inclement weather cannot spoil your visit. Outside the main
building there are five more studios centred around another courtyard
with a small picnic area nearby.Alternatively,
you can choose one of the mouth-watering dishes freshly cooked to order
in the café. The Centre is a working art and craft centre with
an
extensive variety of arts and crafts where you can see craft workers
putting the finishing touches to those unusual gifts that you have been
searching for or you can choose from a wide range of practical items
eminently suitable for the home or garden.
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Sherwood
Forest
Art and
Craft Centre is in Edwinstowe next to the Youth Hostel just off the
A614 and is close to the Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre.
Opening Times: Summer (1st April to 30th
September) 10.00 - 17.00 Tuesday -Sunday n.b some
studios may be open mondays.
Winter (1st October to 31st March) 10.00 -
16.00 Wednesday to Sunday
SHERWOOD
FOREST
ART CLICK
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Sherwood
Forest Country Park & Visitor Centre
Former Royal
Hunting Forest and legendary home of the world’s most
famous outlaw – Robin Hood. Visitor Centre with exhibitions, two shops
and Forest Table Restaurant for light snacks and meals. See the famous
Major Oak and enjoy woodland trails. Lively year-round programme of
events, including summer Robin Hood Festival.
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Edwinstowe
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
SHERWOOD
FOREST
COUNTRY
PARK
CLICK
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Tel:
0871
716 2251 |
Sherwood
Forest Farm Park
Visit Sherwood Forest Farm Park for a good old-fashioned day out in the
countryside. The picturesque valley setting is home to a variety of
weird and wonderful animals, among them some of the most endangered
species of farm animals in Britain today.You are sure to be greeted by
a very warm welcome at the farm park. New
arrivals are usually a feature and often include baby piglets, playful
lambs, fluffy baby rabbits and goat kids.Among the many facilities at
the farm park are a tearoom, gift shop and
picnic spots, play areas for every age group including ball pools and
adventure playground, beautiful water gardens and a lovely bird
enclosure.A miniature railway, under separate ownership, operates daily
during the season (small extra charge payable).
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Lamb
Pens
Farm
Edwinstowe
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG21 9HL | View map
SHERWOOD FARM CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1623 823 558 |
Sherwood
Forest Fun Park
A family operated children's fair in
the beautiful Sherwood Forest. An inexpensive day out for all the
family. Located at entrance to Sherwood Country Park, Amusements,
Rides, Food, Discounts for parties of 20 or more |
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Sherwood
Forest
Country Park
Edwinstowe Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG21 9QA | View map
1 Mar-31 Oct, 1000-dusk, weather permitting.
SHERWOOD FUN PARK CLICK |
Tel 01623 823536 |
Sherwood Pines
Forest Park
Way-marked walks, Cycle routes,
Visitor centre, Cycle hire, Off-road area for mountain bikes, plenty of
wildlife to see.
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Sherwood
Pines Forest Park, Forestry Commission, Edwinstowe, Nottingham,
NG21
9JL
SHERWOOD
PINES
CLICK
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Tel 01623 822447 |
Whaley
Thorns Heritage Centre Museum
Following a major refurbishment of the Methodist Chapel, the Langwith
Whaley Thorns Heritage Centre is open to the public.
A focal point of the village, the Heritage Centre tells the story of
the area. From the agricultural beginnings and the dramatic impact of
industrialisation, to the consequences of the colliery closure in 1978.
The Heritage Centre tells how the local history has helped shaped lives
today.
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Cockshut
Lane
Whaley Thorns
Langwith
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG20 9HA | View map
General Enquiries
: heritagecentre@mail.com
WHALEY THORNS CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1623 742525
Fax: +44 (0) 1246 813200 |
Mattersey
Priory
The remains, mainly the 13thcentury refectory and kitchen, of a
small monastery for just six Gilbertine canons – the only
wholly English monastic order
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Mattersey
Nottinghamshire
Open All Year
MATTERSEY
PRIORY
CLICK
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Tel:
0871
716 1941 |
Newark
& Area
Situated on the banks of the River
Trent,
Newark is a picturesque town
steeped in history. The ruins of Newark Castle have had a huge
influence on the unique character of the town. Though the current
remains were built in the early 12th century, there has been a castle
on the site since 1068. Left in ruins by a turbulent history, the
grounds were landscaped in 1887.
Newark’s market place is
overlooked by the Georgian Town Hall. The town has become famous for
its six annual antiques fairs, held at Newark County Showground, and
thousands of antique hunters from across the world descend on the
fair’s 4,000 stalls in search of a bargain.Other attractions
in the town include the Newark Air Museum – home to 65 aircraft and
cockpit sections. Nearby North Clifton is also home to a relaxing
meditation centre and Japanese garden.And of course renowned for being
the home of Gulliver in Gulliver's Travels.
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The
Gilstrap Centre , Castlegate , Newark , NG24 1BG
NEWARK
&
OLLERTON CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0)
1636
655 765 |
Newark Treasure Hunt
No prior
knowledge of Newark on Trent is required as all clues are solved by
observation. Both young and old will be fascinated whilst getting
out for a couple of hours seeing the sites and solving the clues.
Children will enjoy beating adults to solve the clues! We even
supply a map just in case you get lost. The answers are at the
back of the book so you can check any unsolved ones before you leave.The hunt starts at the Tourist
Information Centre , Castlegate, Newark on Trent, NG24 1BG.From Newark on Trent or just
visiting, you will be surprised at how much you walk past without even
noticing. We so often walk around blinkered without appreciating the
great features which make our towns and cities fabulous. By following
our hunt these things will be highlighted rather than hidden away.Our Newark on Trent treasure hunt
packs contain all the necessary elements for you need including maps,
clues, answer sheet, and tips on how to get things going.
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NEWARK TREASURE
HUNT
CLICK
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Amen Corner Karting
We are an established
outdoor kart circuit
located at Rufford, about 12 miles north of Nottingham. It all began
about 17 years ago with two small fun tracks providing arrive and drive
for all ages. After many years of plotting and planning we decided to
get serious with a new 550m pro-kart circuit which opened in 1999
alongside the other tracks. A brand new 4000 sq ft corporate
building
with an office, shop, meeting room and workshops plus a 5000 sq ft roof
over the prokarts pits area was added a few years ago.
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Amen
Corner,
Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 9DB
7 Miles from Mansfield
AMEN CORNER
CLICK
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Tel
:01623
822205
Fax: 01623 824552 |
Beth
Shalom Holocaust Centre
When it opened in
September 1995, it was Britain's first dedicated Holocaust Memorial and
Education Centre. It was called Beth Shalom, the place of
peace. It
soon became a place of education, a place of memory, a place of
testimony, a place of art, a place of academia, and much more
besides. The
Centre was created in the grounds of a former farmhouse, in the village
of Laxton on the edge of Sherwood Forest in North
Nottinghamshire. The
surrounding countryside provides a peaceful setting and the Centre
itself is set in two acres of beautiful landscaped gardens.
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Laxton
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG22 0PA | View map
8 Jan-30 Nov, Wed-Sun, 0900-1700.
BETHSHALOM CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1623 836627
Fax: +44 (0) 1623 836647 |
British
Horological Institute
In 956, one hundred and ten years before
the Norman conquest, King Edwy donated the
land on which the present Upton Hall now stands, to Archbishop Oscytel
of York. The record
of a Hall on the site cannot be found before 1335 and this Hall was
occupied by one Robert
Bagenham. During the time of the Civil War, circa 1645, Martin
Oglethorpe was Squire of
Upton and lived in Upton Hall; a small part of Oglethorpe's Elizabethan
Hall can still be
seen in the present structure. By 1795 the land was owned by the then
Lord Carrington.The main part of the present Hall was built in 1828 by
Thomas Wright (1773-1845) a
banker who was also High Sheriff of Nottinghamshire in 1811. He
employed W J Donthome to
design a tall stately building exhibiting neo-Greek characteristics in
smooth stucco with
low pitched slate roofs behind corniced parapets, with a central leaded
dome and
tetrastyle Ionic portico with pediment.In 1895, John Warwick, a brewer
of the Newark firm 'Warwick & Richardson' which
used to be in Northgate, Newark, purchased the Hall for his family
home. He added a large
West Wing incorporating a Ballroom, a Billiards Room, and six further
bedrooms with their
accompanying dressing rooms. He remodelled the interior of the late
Georgian building
adding Jacobean style decoration to the Main Hall.In 1936 Sir Albert
Ball, one time Mayor of Nottingham and father of the famous holder
of the VC, bought the property but never actually took up residence.The
Institute bought the Hall from St Joseph's Roman Catholic Theological
College in
1972. Since 1952 the Hall has been a listed building and more recently
it was classified
Grade II* which places it within the top 5% of all listed buildings in
the United Kingdom.
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Upton
Hall
Upton
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG23 5TE | View map
BRITISH HOROLOGICAL CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1636 - 813795
Fax: +44 (0) 1636 - 812258 |
Kingshaugh
Camp:
Ancient Monument and House
Ancient Monument and historical house on site museum displays evidence
of pre-historic flints,stones,roman, bronze & Iron Age pottery. The
restored house is open with handcrafted gifts for sale. Guided walks
showing the sites history are available.
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Lincoln
Road
Darlton
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG22 0TP | View map
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1777 871870 |
Meditation
Centre
and Japanese Garden
The beautiful Japanese garden, repeatedly one of the finest in the
world, that reflects harmony of nature and inner purity of man
providing a place for relaxation and reflection for visitors. The
meditation centre offers you the opportunity to find your inner peace
and your true self through simple meditation that Maitreya has been
teaching for thirty years.
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Pureland
North Clifton
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG23 7AT | View map
All year, Tue-Fri, 1030-1730, Sat, Sun, 1000-1730.
JAPANESE
GARDEN
CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1777 228567
Fax: +44 (0) 1777 228567 |
Millgate
Museum
of Social and Folk Life
We
have a rich museum
collection of
over 70,000 items that contains Archaeology,Costume, Natural History,
Art, Photographs, Social History, Civil War and Military items. A small
selection of objects from all of these areas are on display at the
Museums in our Permanent
and
Temporary Exhibitions,
so come along and have a look at Newark Millgate Museum as there is
always something changing and always something new to look and marvel
at.As well as exhibitions, the museums also offer an exciting
programme of events ranging from children's workshops and competitions
to hands on activities and reminiscence sessions for older people.
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Millgate
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG24 4TS | View map
Mon-Fri 1000-1700, Sat, Sun 1300-1700, Bank Hol, 1300-1700. Last
admission 1630.
NEWARK
MILLGATE
MUSEUM CLICK |
Tel:
+44
(0) 1636 - 655730
Fax: +44 (0) 1636 - 655735 |
Newark
Air
Museum
Newark Air Museum is located on the former World War Two airfield of
Winthorpe in eastern Nottinghamshire. Its diverse collection of
fifty-nine aircraft and cockpit sections cover the history of aviation,
the aircraft on display include 10 National Benchmark aircraft; 29
Significant aircraft and 18 Noteworthy aircraft as listed in the
National Aviation Heritage Register.
Nearly half of the aircraft are displayed inside and the museum is
currently seeking Lottery Funding for a second Aircraft Display Hall.In
addition the aircraft the museum displays a diverse display of
aviation artefacts and a collection of more than thirty aero engines.
On site there is an excellent Café and an extensive Shop, which
was
once described as "An Aviation Enthusiasts Dream!"Each year the museum
organises and hosts a diverse range of Special
Event Days, details of which are regularly updated on the museum's
website.
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Winthorpe
Showground
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG24 2NY | View map
NEWARK
AIR
MUSEUM CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1636 707 170
Fax: +44 (0) 1636 707 170 |
Newark
Castle
Standing proudly on the banks of the River Trent in the pretty market
town of Newark, the Castle was bulit in the 12th century and is said to
have the finest gatehouse in England. The grounds have recently been
restored to Victorian splendour. Guided tours of the Castle are
available from the Castle Ranger - for further information call 07971
486324 or enquire at Newark TIC. Take a guided tour of the Castle’s
hidden places and uncover the secrets of its turbulent past.Grounds
open throughout the year.No admission charge.
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Castlegate
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG24 1BG | View map
Castle gardens open all year, daily, 0800-dusk.
Centre open 1 Apr-30 Sep, Wed, Fri-Sun, 0900-1800 |
Tel:
+44
(0) 1636 655765
Fax: +44 (0) 1636 655767 |
| Newark Indoor Bowls Centre |
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The Showground
Lincoln Road,
Winthorpe
Newark
NG24 2NY |
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Newark
Town Treasures & Art Gallery
The town treasures are housed in Newark’s Georgian Town Hall, which
includes the Mayor’s Parlour and elegant Assembly Room. Collections
consist of Civic Plate, regalia, furniture and fine art. Paintings
include work by William Nicholson, Stanley Spencer and notable local
artist, in particular Robert Kiddey.Temporary exhibitions in the
soptlight gallery. Family Activities
throughout the year. Situated in the Market Place, close to bus and
railway stations, A1 and A46. Disabled access. Admission Free
Wheelchair access
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Newark
Town
Hall
Market Place
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG24 1DU | View map
All year, Mon-Fri, 1400-1630
Apr-Oct, Sat, 1300-1600.
Closed Bank Hol(s).
NEWARK
TOWN HALL CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1636 680333
Fax: +44 (0) 1636 680350 |
Ollerton
Watermill
This early 18th Century Water Mill
has stood virtually unchanged for three centuries, and an exhibition
and audio visual presentation add to the spectacle. Guided tours can be
arranged, and the coffee shop offers excellent home made food.
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Market
Place,
Ollerton, Newark,
Nottinghamshire, NG22 9AA
Tel: 01623 822469
OLLERTON
WINDMILL
CLICK
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Tel:
01623
822469 |
Pasture Farm and
Victorian Carriages
are a working horse drawn carriage driving centre
that are located in the medieval village of Kirton.
The attractions of a great day out include:
A tea
room (Winners of the best
Nottinghamshire tea)
Bed and breakfast
Horse riding
Horse drawn carriages
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Main
Street
Kirton
Newark
Nottingham
NG22 9LP
PASTURE FARM CLICK
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Tel
:
01623 836291 |
Rufford
Abbey & Country Park
Founded in 1147 by Gilbert of Ghent, the Cistercian Abbey of Rufford
later became home to the Lords Savile who developed the building as a
country residence. Although many of the buildings were destroyed, those
remaining have undergone restoration, and now house an
internationally-respected ceramics and craft centre, a restaurant and
café. A display explaining monastic life can also be found in
the dark,
and reputedly haunted, abbey undercroft. The sculpture garden continues
the artistic theme into the wooded country park and there are formal
gardens as well as a 25-acre lake. |
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Ollerton
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG22 9DF | View map
RUFFORD
ABBEY
CLICK
|
Tel:
0871
716 2251 |
Rufford Craft Centre
Rufford Craft Centre,
situated in the stable block at Rufford Abbey, is internationally
famous for its ceramics centre - the first in Britain devoted to the
display and study of studio pottery, including the work of Bernard
Leach, William Staite Murray and Michael Cardew. The ‘Earth and Fire’
summer ceramics fair, attracts hundreds of people every year. The
gallery features ever-changing art and craft exhibitions and is
complemented by a craft shop on the ground floor. |
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Ollerton
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG22 9DF | View map
RUFFORD CRAFT
CLICK
|
Tel:
0871
716 2251 |
Thoresby
Exhibition Centre: Thoresby Gallery
Thoresby Estate was originally the seat of the Earls and Dukes of
Kingston. The imposing Grade I–listed Hall we see today was not the
first mansion to be present on the estate, but was designed by the
revered Victorian architect Anthony Salvin to be a romantic palace in
an ‘Elizabethan style’ for the 3rd Earl Manvers. In recent times the
Hall became empty and was put on the English Heritage ‘at risk’
register. However, Warner Holidays acquired the Hall and renovated it
and it is now a luxury hotel. Non-residents can take a stroll through
the picturesque parkland, visit the courtyard shops and gallery (read
more about this) [internal link] and pop into the Bay Tree Café
for a
bite to eat. Parts of The Hall, such as the vivid and ornate ‘Blue
Room’ are accessible to the public, as they have been converted into
dining areas.
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Thoresby
Park
Ollerton
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG22 9EJ | View map
All year, winter, Tue-Sun, 1400-1700; summer daily, 1030-1700
THORESBY
PARK CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1623 822365
Fax: +44 (0) 1623 822315 |
UK
Superbowl
12 bowling lanes
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Newark
Leisure
Centre,
69 Castle Gate, Newark, Notts, NG24 1BE. |
Tel:
01636 677772 |
Vina
Cooke Museum of Dolls and Bygone Childhood
Thousands of dolls, toys,
prams, costumes, handmade
dolls, dolls' hospital, shops, tea-room. Free Parking. Groups welcome
day and evening by appointment.
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The
Old
Rectory
Cromwell
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG23 6JE | View map
1 Apr-30 Sep, daily, except Fri, 1030-1200, 1400-1700;
DOLL
MUSEUM
CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1636 - 821364 |
Walks
of Life Heritage Centre
From a milk pram to a knifegrinder's cart, from an East End
costermonger's barrow to an undertaker's bier, this unique collection
of old trade handcarts is social history on wheels
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33
Lincoln
Road
Tuxford
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG22 0HR | View map
1 Apr-31 Oct, Wed, Sun, Bank Hol, 1400-1800.
WALKS
OF
LIFE CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1777 870427 |
White Post Farm Centre
A working farm with over 3000 animals including: chicks, piglets,
cattle, deer, llamas, reptiles and lambs (all year!). Large indoor play
barn with a new soft play area ideal for the under 8's! Beach Barn,
Afternoon Tea Gardens, gift shop, pet shop and farm amusements. Large
Indoor Sledge Run. NEW large outdoor play area including trampoline and
pedal go-karts. A great family day out with exciting events throughout
the year! Over 3,000 animals to see, feed and hold. For further
information please visit our website. |
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Mansfield
Road,
Farnsfield, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 8HL
E-mail:
admin@whitepostfarmcentre.co.uk
.WHITE
POST
FARM CLICK
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Tel:
01623
882977 Fax: 01623 883499 |
Winkburn
Hall
Winkburn Hall dates from the late 17th century; the attic storey was
added in the late 18th century
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Winkburn
Newark
Nottinghamshire
NG22 8PQ | View map
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1636 636465
Fax: +44 (0) 1636 636717 |
Wonderland
Pleasure Park
Attractive
30 acre park, large tropical house with exotic butterflies, reptiles,
etc, large indoor play centre, maze, bouncy castles, trampolines, huge
adventure playground, slidemania, golf, 7.25 gauge railway, junior
rollercoaster and more. Cafe and picnic areas.
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White
Post,
Ireland, Farnsfield, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 8HX
E-mail:
wonderland@btconnect.com
WONDERLAND
PARK
CLICK
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Tel:
01623
882773 Fax: 01623 883559 |
Nottingham
&
Area
Nottingham is relatively unusual among big manufacturing
cities in Britain in having a
mediæval and pre-industrial past of equal
importance to its more recent one. The first evidence of settlement
dates from pre-Roman times, and it is possible that
the Romans also lived in the area.
In Anglo-Saxon times, around 600 AD, the site formed part of the
Kingdom of Mercia, when it was known in the Brythonic language as "Tig Guocobauc"
meaning "a place of cave dwellings",
until falling under the rule of a Saxon chieftain named Snot, whereby it was dubbed "Snotingaham"
literally, "the homestead of Snot's
people" (Inga = the people of; Ham = homestead). Snot
brought together his people in an area where the historic Lace Market
in the City can now be found.Nottingham was captured in 867 by Danish
Vikings and later became one of the Five Burghs - or fortified towns -
of The Danelaw. |
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1-4
Smithy Row , Nottingham , NG1 2BY
The
centre is open Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm, Saturday 9am to 5pm,
Sundays and Bank Holidays 10am to 4pm. They'll be happy to provide
information, make bookings on your behalf and you'll get the chance to
browse our new improved range of merchandise.
Email:tourist.information@nottinghamcity.gov.uk
OFFICIAL
WEBSITE CLICK
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Tel:+44 115 915 5133
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Frequently
asked questions about Nottingham
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Useful
facts |
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1) what transport links does
Nottingham have?
•
less than 10 miles from three motorways and 14 miles from East Midlands
Airport, the city's also served by a comprehensive network of
buses and
a modern tram system. Nottingham railway station provides access to a
wide variety of destinations. You can even buy a direct ticket from
Nottingham to Paris
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1) Nottingham is home to the world’s smallest public cinema.
The Screen Room on Broad Street has just 21 seats
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2) is the Nottingham tourism
centre open on Sundays?
• yes,
it's
open seven
days a week. Opening times are Monday - Friday,
9am - 5.30pm, Saturday 9am - 5pm, Sunday and Bank Holidays 10am -
4pm
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2) Nottingham Council House is
home to ‘Little John’ a 10½ tonne bell which is
claimed to have the deepest tone in the country
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3) does the Nottingham tourism
centre offer internet access?
• yes,
four computers, including one with disabled access, are available for
public use. You'll be charged £1.50 for 30 minutes, £3 for
one hour and
30p per sheet for printing
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3) Nottingham was the first
city to install Braille signs in its shopping centres
to increase access for visually impaired people
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4) can coach trips be booked at
the Nottingham tourism centre?
• yes,
bookings are taken for trips offered by Nottingham City Coaches,
Premier Travel, Skills and Sharpes
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4) the first ever
football match to feature a referee’s whistle took place at
Nottingham Forest in 1878
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5) can I buy tickets for events
from the Nottingham tourism centre?
• yes, tickets are sold
for venues including the Theatre Royal/Royal
Concert Hall, Nottingham Playhouse, Mansfield Palace Theatre, Galleries
of Justice Museum and City of Caves. We're also agents for Ticketmaster
and often sell tickets for other events. Telephone 08444 77 5678 for
details
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5) Viv Anderson (MBE), the first black
football player to play in a full England international match,
was born in Nottingham and started his career at Nottingham Forest
Football Club
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NOTTINGHAM
TREASURE
HUNT
No prior
knowledge of Nottingham is required as all clues are solved by
observation. Both young and old will be fascinated whilst getting
out for a couple of hours seeing the sites and solving the clues.
Children will enjoy beating adults to solve the clues! We even
supply a map just in case you get lost. The answers are at the
back of the book so you can check any unsolved ones before you leave.
The hunt starts at the Tourist Information Centre , Smithy Row,
Nottingham, NG1 2BY. From Nottingham or just visiting, you will be
surprised at how much you walk past without even noticing. We so often
walk around blinkered without appreciating the great features which
make our towns and cities fabulous. By following our hunt these things
will be highlighted rather than hidden away. Our Nottingham treasure
hunt packs contain all the necessary elements for you need including
maps, clues, answer sheet, and tips on how to get things going.
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Alley Cafe
This
café and exhibition centre is a popular fixture at the heart of
the city. There are regular exhibitions held here that cross a variety
of different genres of art and sculpture. The venue is a great place to
spend an afternoon, relaxing and soaking up the rich cultural
atmosphere that this part of the Nottingham arts scene.
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Lang
Row
West, Nottingham NG1 6JE
ALLEY CAFE CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 9551013 |
Angel
Row Gallery
Angel Row
Gallery is a modern, stimulating space in the heart of
Nottingham City centre. We show the best in national and international
contemporary art as part of a rich and varied exhibition programme.
Admission is FREE all year round. Please phone or e-mail for further
details.
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Central Library
Building, 3 Angel Row, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG1 6HP
ANGEL ROW CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 9152869 - Fax: +44 (0)115 9152860 |
Annesley
Castle
is a large earthwork motte and bailey fortress, built high on a ridge.
The large flat bailey has a dividing rampart and ditch running across
the middle, to make two equal wards. Although the bailey is clear, the
surrounding dense cover of trees makes it best viewed in winter. |
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Annesley
Castle
is located south of the village in Annesley Plantation, off
Annesley Road. 9 miles north of Nottingham, on the A611.
The site is visible from the road.
Car
parking
is by the side of the road. |
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Aspley Library
This
centrally located library is one of the most well known and best
loved cultural and social hubs in the city of Nottingham. The
collection within the library is large and covers a massive range of
subjects and time periods, including an extensive collection that is
based around the history of the city. From time to time small scale
exhibitions are held here.
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Nuthall Road,
Nottingham NG8 5DD
ASPLEY LIBRARY CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 915 5700 - Fax: +44 (0)115 915 5700 |
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Bakersfield Library
This
interesting
library is one of the main places of culture and learning
in the community. It contains a large collection of modern books, video
and audio material as well as many maps and other documents related to
the history of the area. Throughout the year the library plays host to
a variety of events that include art shows and craft fairs, amongst
many others
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Watson Avenue,
Bakersfield, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG3 7BN
BAKERSFIELD LIBRARY
CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 915 0199 |
Basford Library
One of
several excellent reference facilities in Nottingham, this
library carries a large collection of information on the local area as
well as the usual books, audio and visual pieces that you would expect
from a lending library. A social and cultural hub, a number of events
are held at the library throughout the year, as well as exhibitions of
art and other works by local and visiting artists.
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Vernon
Road,
Basford, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG6 OAR
BASFORD LIBRARY
CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 915 5797 - Fax: +44 (0)845 330 4435 |
Bestwood
Country Park
Explore
woodland heath, meadow and modern conservation in this 650 acre country
park. Miles of footpaths - ideal for birdwatching, group camping and
outdoor activities. Special events throughout the year from teddy bears
picnics to ''hands on'' conservation days. Open daily. Admission free.
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Alexandra
Lodge,
Northern Drive Park Rd, Bestwood Village, Nottingham,
NG6 8TQ
BESTWOOD COUNTRY PARK CLICK
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Tel:
0115
9273674 |
Bestwood Library
Bestwood
Library is located in the suburban area of Bestwood, close to
the centre of Nottingham city centre. It contains a great many
interesting texts that are related to the history of not only the
suburb and village, but the history of Nottingham itself. It is a fully
operational lending library that also has a full range of reference and
loan facilities, as well as handy interactive terminals available.
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516
Arnold
Road, Bestwood, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG5 5H
BESTWOOD LIBRARY
CLICK |
Phone:
+44
(0)115 915 5799 |
Bilborough Library
Bilborough Library is the centre of the cultural and social community
in this suburb of the city. As well as carrying an extensive range of
interesting texts, maps and documents related to the locality, the
library is often used as an exhibition space for visiting artist’s
works. There is also a large collection of books, video and audio media
on display for lending and reference.
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Bracebridge
Drive,
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG8 4PN
BILBOROUGH LIBRARY
CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 915 5795 |
Brewhouse
Yard Museum of Nottingham Life
The
Brewhouse Yard is a museum dedicated to the history of the people
of Nottingham. The city has of course had a long and interesting
political history, and although related, this museum is primarily
dedicated to studying the way that the normal persons life has
developed in the community. There are a great deal of interesting
pieces on display which range from personal artefacts to costumes and
pictures.
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Castle
Boulevard,
Nottingham,
Nottinghamshire NG7 1FB
BREWHOUSE
MUSEUMCLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 915 3600 - Fax: +44 (0)115 915 3653 |
Bonington Gallery
This art
gallery represents one of the finest collections in the city
and is part of the university. It offers a range of excellent pieces
that cross a significantly diverse range of art and sculpture. The main
thrust of the collection is based on the works of artists who are based
in the local area or are influenced by the region. However, there are
regular visiting shows on display.
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Dryden
Street,
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG1 4GG
BONNINGTON GALLERY CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 848 6131 - Fax: +44 (0)115 848 6132 |
Bottesford Library
This library represents a community hub for this small community on the
edge of Nottingham. It is housed in an attractive old school building
and carries a large range of books, audio and video material that is
available for loan and reference. The library also acts as an
exhibition space for local artists and visiting shows from further a
field.
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Grantham
Road,
Bottesford, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG13 0DF |
Phone:
+44
(0)1949 842696 |
Brewhouse Yard
The Brewhouse Yard is a museum dedicated to the history of the people
of Nottingham. The city has of course had a long and interesting
political history, and although related, this museum is primarily
dedicated to studying the way that the normal persons life has
developed in the community. There are a great deal of interesting
pieces on display which range from personal artefacts to costumes and
pictures.
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Castle
Boulevard,
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG7 1FB
BREWHOUSE
YARD
CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 915 3600 - Fax: +44 (0)115 915 3653 |
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Brian Clough Statue
Nottingham - home
to his beloved Notts Forest football club - is where the memorial has
pride of place after the club's supporters led a fund-raising campaign
to pay for it. The outspoken, controversial boss nicknamed Old Big 'Ead
led the unfashionable, provincial side to a league title, two European
Cup wins and other honours. He had previously led equally
unheralded Derby County to a league title.
The statue, designed by sculptor Les Johnson, is in Old Market Square,
where it was unveiled by his widow.Barbara Clough said: "All we can
think is how amazed Brian would be at the very idea of a statue. He'd
be so touched, he really would." Clough, who also managed Hartlepool,
Derby, Leeds United and Brighton, died in Derby City Hospital in 2004
at the age of 69.
About
Brian
Clough
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The statue is at the junction of
King Street and Queen Street in the centre of Nottingham
Near Old Market Square
BRIAN
CLOUGH STATUE CLICK
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Bridlesmithgate
Caves
These 13thC workings and artefacts are thought to be medieval
underground caves for commercial and domestic use. There is a unique
domed store cave, an ice house and also butcher's caves.
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52
Bridlesmithgate
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG1 2GP | View map
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Tel
: +44 0115 915 5330 |
Bulwell Library
Bulwell Library is an important part of the local community and stands
at the heart of this suburb of Nottingham. The centre houses a large
collection of books and audiovisual media which are available for loan
to members as well as a large research and reference gallery. The
library is often used to stage speakers who are visiting the area and
to host a variety of art and craft exhibitions.
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Highbury
Vale,
Bulwell, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG6 9AE
BULWELL LIBRARY
CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 915 5708 - Fax: +44 (0)845 330 4435 |
Burntstump
Country
Park
An area of scenic beauty, Burntstump
Country Park is a beautiful
melange of woodland and grassland glades. It makes an excellent
location for woodland walks and observing native flora and
fauna.Situated
in the park is the Burntstump Inn, providing licensed drinking and
food.Other
attractions include an ornamental pond and the chance to watch a lazy
afternoon's cricket. During winter the grassy slopes are transformed
into a sledging dream!
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Picture
please!
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Mansfield
Road
Arnold
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
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Tel:
+44
(0) 115 901 3603
Fax: +44 (0) 115 901 3928 |
Calverton
Folk
Museum
Calverton
Folk Museum is a great place for a family day out. There is a
long and interesting story to be told about this region, focussing on
the social history of the community rather than the political history.
There are many fine pieces on display including costumes, instruments,
documents and tools that would have been used by normal people over the
last few centuries.
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Main
Street,
Calverton, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG14 6FG
CALVERTON
FOLK CLICK
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Tel:
0115
965 2836
fax: 0870 137 0332 |
Carlton Road
Library
Carlton Road Library
is the centre of this small community on the edge
of Nottingham and represents one of the best used public facilities in
the region. The library is home to a large collection of audio and
visual materials as well as many books that cross a great many
subjects. The library is occasionally used for art exhibitions and as a
venue for visiting speakers.
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Carlton
Road,
Nottingham,
Nottinghamshire NG3 2FN |
Phone:
+44
(0)115 915 1399 |
Caves
of
Nottingham (The)
Discover a
hidden world beneath the streets of Nottingham. Explore this
fascinating subterranean attraction and see the only remaining
underground medieval tannery in the UK. Take cover in the WWII air raid
shelter. Find out about Nottingham's legendary ale in the pub cellar.
Learn about the appalling living conditions in the Victorian slum.
Situated beneath the Broadmarsh Shopping Centre, visitors experience
over 750 years of Nottingham's history told through this unique
man-made sandstone cave system.
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Upper
Level, Drury Walk, The Broad Marsh Centre, Nottingham, NG1 7LF
E-mail:
info@galleriesofjustice.org.uk
CAVES
OF
NOTTINGHAM CLICK
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Tel:
0115
9881955 |
City Arts
City Arts is one of the main galleries in the heart of Nottingham and
has gained a reputation for being one of the most prestigious galleries
in the region. The gallery carries a large collection of works that has
been gathered from artists across the region and country as well as
many pieces from abroad. Rotated regularly, the visiting works are
themed and arranged in both group and individual shows.
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Provident
Works,
Newdigate Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG7 4FD
E-mail
: info@city-arts.org.uk
CITY ARTS CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 978 2463 - Fax: +44 (0)115 942 4644 |
Clifton Library
This local library
is a really important part of the community and
serves as a cultural hub for all those looking for education and
learning in the community. The library is well stocked with a large
collection of books crossing a variety of genres, as well as having a
good-sized reference collection. There are local history pieces on
display as well as maps and documents that relate to the growth of the
region.
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Clifton,
Nottingham,
Nottinghamshire NG11 8AB
CLIFTON LIBRARY
CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 915 2945 - Fax: +44 (0)115 915 2948 |
Colwick
Park
A haven for wildlife formed from former gravel workings with grassland
and water course which offer fishing, water sports and many other
leisure activities.
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The
Fishing
Lodge
Mile End Road
Colwick
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG14 5BW | View map
enquiries@experiencenottinghamshire.com
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Tel:
+44
(0) 115 987 0785 |
Dukes
Wood
Oil Museum
In the modern
world, probably the most valuable commodity, and
certainly the most talked about has to be oil. It is strange how we
have come full circle from a smash and grab raid to divide up the oil
in the earliest discoveries, to people worrying about where it will
come from next. This museum is dedicated to the study of oil, how it is
tapped, and what will happen next in the global industry. It is also a
wildlife area that is standing on the site of the first oil field in
the country, paid for by the industry.
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Dukes
Wood,
Nottingham,
Nottinghamshire NG4 5WE
DUKE'S WOOD
MUSEUM CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)1623 882446 |
Ferry
Farm
Country Park
Welcome
to
Ferry Farm
Nottinghamshire. Whether you are looking for Family days out, a fun
indoor activity centre, go karting or just a family restaurant in
Nottinghamshire, Ferry Farm is the ideal place.
Our new and amazing indoor
activity centre is suitable for all ages and great fun in any weather.
This indoor activity centre is perfect for birthday parties, with food
served in the adjoining party room.
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Ferry
Farm
Boat Lane
Hoveringham
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG14 7HP | View map
FERRY FARM CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 115 966 5037 |
Funky Pots
Children will love painting
pottery at this craft cafe in the heart of Nottingham. Paint your own
pottery in our air conditioned, professional studio. Cafe - Enjoy
delicious refreshments & lunches. Birthday Parties.
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270 -280 Huntingdon Street, Nottingham, NG1 3NA,
http://www.funkypots.co.uk |
Tel: 0115 959 8866 |
Galleries
of Justice
Travel with
us through time and experience the atmosphere of 300 years
of crime and punishment. Witness a real trial in the authentic
Victorian courtroom before being sentenced and ‘sent down’ to the
original cells and maze of medieval caves. Real life prisoners and
gaolers will act as your guides as you too become part of the dramatic
history of this unique site. Visitor attraction of the year. Family
attraction of the year.
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Shire Hall, High Pavement, Lace Market,
Nottingham NG1 1HN
GALLERIES OF
JUSTICE CLICK |
Phone:
+44
(0)115 952 0555 - Fax: +44 (0)115 993 9828 |
Greasley
Castle
was originally a large medieval fortified manor house, founded by Hugh
fitz Ralph. In 1340, Nicholas de Cantilupe founded the stone castle,
when he was granted licence to crenellate but sadly the site has now
been completely dismantled. An 18th century house, with the remains of
an underground passage in the basement, stands on the site of the upper
ward. In the lower ward, incorporated in later farm buildings, are the
only substantial masonry fragments. Defended by a wide ditch, with a
counterscarp bank, stands a length of curtain wall, which was flanked
by a round angle tower. To the south of the main wards, is a large
banked and ditched enclosure, with a series of large rectangular
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Greasley
Castle
is located in the village centre, off the B1345. 7 miles
north-west of Nottingham, on the A610-B600.
The
site
is visible from the road.
Car
parking
is by the side of the road |
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Green's
Mill
The Windmill is as Grade 2 Listed building and one of the few working
inner city windmills in Britain. It was once home to the 19th century
miller, George Green. Tour the mill (especially on a windy day!) and
discover the process of turning grain into flour, just as George Green
the miller would have done two centuries ago. George Green was also a
mathematical genius and he developed a new form
of mathematics which has helped scientists to understand the world
around us. Test your brain power with the hands-on experiments in the
Science Centre, which explore electricity, magnetism and light.
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Windmill
Lane
Sneinton
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG2 4QB | View map
GREEN'S
MILL CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 115 915 6878
Fax: +44 (0) 115 915 6875 |
Greenwood
Bonsai
Studio
This
attractive bonsai nursery is one of Britain's longest established
bonsai centres, drawing visitors from all over the world.Greenwood
is set in 12.5 acres of attractive countryside, with the site once
being owned by Nell Gwynn, the mistress of Charles II. Offers courses
and workshops on all aspects of bonsai.
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Ollerton
Road
(A614), nr Arnold
GREENWOOD BONSAI CLICK
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Phone:
0115
920 5757 |
Holme
Pierrepont
Hall
Holme PierrePont Hall set in 30 acres of private parkland, the house is
3 miles from Trent Bridge and 5 miles from the centre of Nottingham.
Still lived in by descendents of the Pierrepont family, the house was
built in 1500 and is the oldest brick building in the county.
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Holme
Pierrepont
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG12 2LD | View map
20,21 Apr, 1400-1730.
HOLME PIERREPON
HALL CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 115 933 2371
Fax: +44 (0) 115 933 2371 |
Holme Pierrepont National Water Sports
Centre
The National Water Sports Centre is located
in 270 acres of
Country Park, just 5 minutes outside Nottingham City Centre, we can
combine the most exciting and unique activities with the best
possible facilities at the highest level of service. The National
Water Sports Centre is the perfect environment
to carry out a wide range of events, such as corporate events,
Conferences, endless water sports and any event can be tailor made
to suit. In addition to accommodating the public and local
community the Centre actively supports elite British athletes
in their build up to National and International events such as the
Olympics. On site facilities include; 2000m Regatta lake, 700m
Slalom Course, 270 acre country park, Full Conference facilities,
White Water Rafting, Canoeing, Kayaking.
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Adbolton
Lane
West Bridgford
Nottingham
NG12 2LU
Email: hppsales@leisureconnection.co.uk
NATIONAL
WATER
SPORTS CENTRE CLICK
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Tel:
0115
9821212
Fax: 0115 9455213 |
Hyson Green Library
Hyson Green Library is a community facility that serves the people of
this suburb of Nottingham. Containing a good sized collection of work
that crosses a wide range of subjects, the library has a loan
collection of texts as well as audiovisual material. The collection of
local history is extensive and good for those looking to find out more
about the area and its development.
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Hyson
Green,
Nottingham,
Nottinghamshire NG7 6BE
HYSON GREEN LIBRARY
CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 915 2483 |
John
King
Workshop Museum
The Museum is dedicated to history of Pinxton and South Normanton
Parishes and the Industrial, Social and Family history.
The Museums presentations and displays are related to the success of
Local people, Local Industry and Recongnised and Established Landmarks.
Visual display of Untensils from farming, Mining and Craft Untensils.
Photo's relating to past and present days of the Parish are displayed
in the museum.
Tea & Coffe are available on request, average visit duration is
between 30-60 Minutes.
Museum is opened between March - November Sundays 2.00pm - 4.30pm
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Victoria
Road
Pinxton
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG16 6LR | View map
Mar-Nov, Sun 1400-1630.
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Tel
: +44 (0)115 915 5330 |
Jumicar
The
Jumicar driving experience - a safe, fun and educational activity.
There can be no better
introduction for kids to learn the skills of the roads than with jumicar on its exciting real mini road circuit.
On arrival we brief them on:-
the rules of the road
-the one way system -the workings of the cars
On completion:-all new drivers receive a
free provisional driving license
All
cars have seat belts and some cars can even take passengers. So Mum and
Dad, Grandma or Grandpa can help the little ones to drive and
experience jumicar too.
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Farnsfield
Nottinghamshire
NG22 8HX
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tel:0115
966
9000 |
Lace
Centre
(The)
The Lace
Market Centre, in the heart of a protected heritage area of
the city of Nottingham, tells the story of an industry, and it’s people
through a series of visual aids, archive videos, machinery, exhibitions
and demonstrations of hand made lace and lace machine. There is a large
lace shop plus tea and coffee facilities. The centre has disabled
access but unfortunately no disabled toilets. We are open 10am to 5pm
seven days a week and admission is free.
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Nottingham,
Nottinghamshire
NG1 1HF |
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Lakeside
Arts
Centre, Djanogly and Weston Galleries, Nottingham
The Lakeside Arts Centre
encompasses the Djanogly Art Gallery, The Djanogly Theatre, the
Djanogly Recital Hall and the Weston Gallery.The Djanogly Art Gallery shows temporary
exhibitons, ranging from themed historical shows to the newest
contemporary work.The
Weston Gallery has been specially designed to accomodate fragile
archive material and will offer a rolling programme of historical
exhibitions.
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Telephone: 0115 951 5797 |
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Malt
Cross
Welcome to the Malt Cross Café-bar, found on St James' St, just
off
the Old Market Square in Nottingham City Centre. We're a friendly,
relaxed kind of venue based in an old Victorian Music Hall (built in
1877 don't you know!), offering quality coffee / juice / beer (all of
our juice and coffee is fairtrade) and great food.Check out the 'What's
on' page for upcoming gigs & exhibitions
and browse the 'Photo Galleries' to get a feel for this lively old
place.Oh and we do a great Sunday Lunch on ........er sundays.
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16 St James's Street, Nottingham NG1 6FG
If you have any enquires about
nights/gigs/exhibitions/events, please email tom@maltcross.com
MALT
CROSS CLICK
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Tel
:
0115 9411048 |
Meadows Library
The Meadows Library is one of several that make up the Nottingham
libraries network. This collection of books and audiovisual material is
one of the best in the local area and is constantly open to the public.
The library also has a large reference and local history section where
you can learn more about the way that this part of the city has
developed throughout the years.
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The
Meadows,
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG2 2DR
MEADOWS LIBRARY CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 915 9279 |
Megazone
Nottingham’s largest indoor laser
game adventure centre with video games, pool tables and football tables.
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22
Cranbrook
Street
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG1 1ER | View map
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Tel:
+44
(0) 115 958 9178
Fax: +44 (0) 115 924 3450 |
Moot Gallery, Nottingham
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Unit
3,
The Factory, Dakeyne Street, Sneinton, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire,
Open
:
Thursday-Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-4
MOOT GALLERY CLICK |
Tel
:
07771
866 822 |
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National Ice
Skating Centre
Opened in 2000
by Olympic Champion Jayne Torvill, the £43 million National
Ice Centre was the first twin Olympic-sized (60m x 30m) ice rink
facility in the UK. Situated in the
city’s fashionable Lace Market, the NIC
is just a short stroll from the Old Market Square and provides top
class facilities and coaching staff for a whole range of ice sports
from Free Skating and Ice Dance to Synchronized Skating, Ice Hockey and
Short Track Speed Skating. The Nottingham Panthers also train here and
use the venue for their home games.The National Ice Centre
is also the home of Nottingham Arena – East Midlands hottest concert
venue hosting the very best live music & sporting events to
audiences up to 10,000.
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Tel:
0115
853 3000 |
Nottingham
Brass
Rubbing Centre
A selection of replica brasses moulded from original brasses from
various churches including the Willoughby Brass of Wollaton.
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St
Mary's
Church, High Pavement
The Lace Market
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NC1 1NF | View map
St MARYS CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 115 958 2105 |
Nottingham Industrial Museum
The Midlands
has been one of the powerhouses of the country since heavy
industry was developed in Britain. This museum looks at the way that
people of this city and the county that surrounds it have worked in
various industries throughout the decades and centuries. Some of the
most popular displays here include a fully operational analogue
telephone network, Basford steam engine and many working examples of
local engineering.
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Wollaton
Park,
Nottingham,
Nottinghamshire NG8 2AE
NOTTINGHAM
INDUSTRIAL
MUSEUM
CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 915 3910 - Fax: +44 (0)115 915 3910 |
Nottingham
Castle
Nottingham
Castle commands spectacular views over the city and once
rivalled the great castles of Windsor and the Tower of London. Totally
destroyed after the civil war, it was replaced by a magnificent ducal
mansion which now houses: spectacular fine and contemporary art
galleries, decorative art displays, regimental museum and children’s
gallery. There are caves to explore, an award-winning café and
children’s playground.
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Nottingham,
Nottinghamshire NG1 6EL
NOTTINGHAM CASTLE CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 915 3687 - Fax: +44 (0)115 915 3653 |
Nottingham Central Library
The Central Library is spread over 5 floors
:
Ground
Floor -Floor
1 - Sound
&
Vision Library
Floor
2 - Floor
3 - Floor
4
- Local Studies Library
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Nottingham
Central
Library , Angel Row, Nottingham, NG1 6HP, Nottinghamshire,
England
Open
:
Mon-Fri 9.00 - 19.00 Sat 9.00 - 13.00
Closed
:
Sat after 13.00
NOTTINGHAM CENTRAL
LIBRARY CLICK |
Tel
:
0115
915 2828 |
Nottinghamshire County
Cricket Club
Nottinghamshire
County
Cricket Club is one of the 18 major county clubs which make
up the English domestic cricket structure, representing the historic
county of Nottinghamshire. Its limited overs team is called the Nottinghamshire
Outlaws.The club plays most of its home games at the attractive
Trent Bridge Ground in West Bridgford, just outside Nottingham, which
is also a venue for Test matches. The club has also played games around
and outside the county at Worksop, Cleethorpes and Newark.
drawing with each other in the last round of matches.In the 2005
season, Notts won Division One of the County
Championship, this being the club's fifth title since 1890. However, in
2006, they were relegated from the County Championship First Division
after an innings and 245 run defeat to Sussex combined with Yorkshire
and Durham Notts were close runners-up in the 2006 Twenty20 cup, losing
to Leicestershire after a thrilling finals day at Trent Bridge.
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Trent
Bridge,
Nottingham,
Notts
NG2 6AG
Email: administration@nottsccc.co.uk
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
COUNTY
CRICKET CLUB
CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0)115 982 3000
Fax: +44 (0)115 945 5730 |
Notts County Football Club
Notts County
Football Club is a football
club based in Nottingham, , and the oldest of all the clubs that
are now professional.The club currently plays in Football League Two of
the Coca-Cola league section of the English football league system. "The
Magpies" play their home games at the Meadow Lane stadium in black
and white striped shirts, which were the inspiration for Juventus's
strip of the same design, after an English player at the club brought
over some Notts County shirts from England.The club have had several
spells in the top division of English football, the most recent in
1991–92, when they played in the last season of the old First Division
before creation of the Premier League.
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NOTTS COUNTY FC
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Nottingham Forest
Football Club
Nottingham
Forest Football Club is an English professional football club based at The City Ground in
West Bridgford a suburb of Nottingham, . The
club is currently in League One of the Coca-Cola Football League and
has an illustrious history which encompasses winning two consecutive
European Cups, along with the domestic title, two FA Cups and four League Cups.Nottingham Forest takes its
name from the Forest Recreation Ground just north of the city centre
which is where the team first played and is now the site of the annual
Nottingham Goose Fair. The club is often referred to simply as Forest
(not to be confused with the entirely unrelated older amateur side,
Forest F.C., which is better known as The
Wanderers F.C.), the name the club carries on its badge.Notts
is the correct abbreviation of Nottinghamshire (hence Notts County),
but not of Nottingham itself. Therefore Forest fans dislike the club
being referred to as Notts Forest. The appropriate abbreviation of
Nottingham Forest is Nott'm Forest. Relegation
to English football's third tier made Forest the first European
Cup-winning
club ever to fall into its country's third division. Many of today's
footballing rules and features, including floodlighting, shinpads, and
even lettering on the stands have been pioneered by Forest.
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City
Ground
, Nottingham, NG2 5FJ
NOTTINGHAM
FOREST FC CLICK |
Tel:
0115
9824444 |
Nottingham
Ghost Walk
We lead you
around the older parts of the City near the Castle, where
the street plan is almost 1000 years old, and tell you lots of ghost
stories. Not just where ghosts haunt, but something of why they haunt
and the different types of ghosts that exist. A bit of history, the odd
gory execution, a graveyard (of course!). You may even encounter the
real ghost who has been seen on several occasions during our tours!
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Maid Marion Way,
Nottingham
Tel: 01773 719490
GHOST
WALK CLICK
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Tel:
01773
719490 |
Nottingham Panthers Ice Hockey Club
The
old Nottingham Ice Stadium, now a fading memory, was home to the
Panthers from the team's inception up to the turn of the millenium but
the saga of the Panthers did not start with the opening of the old
barn. Instead of sticks and pucks the completion of the old building
coincided with the war and she housed guns and bullets as a makeshift
munitions dump.
A couple of years
later plans for the first ever team took shape and a policeman on his
rounds in Canada got to hear about the try-outs. Even drafty, damp digs
in Nottingham had more appeal than walking the beat in Winnipeg and Les
Strongman and eleven colleagues boarded the SS Aquitania on a journey
that would change not only their lives but those of thousands of sports
fans in a city made famous by a legendary outlaw who robbed the rich to
feed the poor. Certainly Les Strongman and his team mates fuelled the
imaginations of the sell-out Nottingham crowds and the city soon became
a hockey hotbed."Nottingham
Panthers supporters are the best in the world and always have been.
Even now, 54 years after playing in the opening season in Nottingham, I
still see some familiar faces at the home games," said Les, who still
lends a hand to try to encourage and develop local wannabe hockey stars
of the future.
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Nottingham
Arena
Bolero Square
The Lace Market
Nottingham
NG1
1LA
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Tel:
0870
121 0123 |
Nottingham Playhouse
The Nottingham
Playhouse was first established as a repertory theatre in the
1950s when it operated from a former cinema. Directors during this
period included Val May and Frank Dunlop.The
current Modern movement theatre was
opened in 1963. The architect was Peter Moro.
It was initially controversial as it faces the gothic revival
Roman Catholic cathedral designed by Augustus
Pugin. Despite the modern external appearance and the circular
auditorium walls, the theatre has a conventional proscenium layout,
seating an audience of 770. Since 1996, it has
been a Grade II* listed building and in 2004, the theatre was
sympathetically restored and refurbished with a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. The sculpture Sky
Mirror by Anish Kapoor
was installed between the theatre and the adjacent green space of
Wellington Circus in 2001. It is one of the main features of the 160
seat patio area of CAST Restaurant and in autumn 2007 won the
Nottingham Pride of Place in a public vote to determine the City's
favourite landmark.
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Wellington Circus, Nottingham, NG1 5AF
NOTTINGHAM
PLAYHOUSE CLICK
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Tel:
0115
9419419 |
Nottingham Racetrack
Set
in 280 acres in Colwick Park just 2 miles from the city centre,
Nottingham Racecourse has a rich 100-year history, hosting Flat racing
only for
the first time in 1996. It now has 21 days racing from March through to
November and is becoming increasingly popular after significant
improvements
to its facilities in recent years. |
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Colwick
Park,
Nottingham
NG2 4BE
:NOTTINGHAM
RACETRACK CLICK |
Tel:
0870 850 7634 |
Nottingham
Princess
The
Nottingham Princess operates all year round allowing you to take in the
changing seasons and breathtaking countryside in pleasant surroundings.
Facilities onboard include two fully stocked bars (one per deck)
Tea/Snack Bar, Dance Floor, Open air viewing deck/dance floor (Summer).
Individual & Group Bookings or Private Charter are available to
cater for Theme Evenings/Fancy Dress, Cabaret Cruises, Disco/BBQ
Nights, Hen Nights, Special Occasions, Corporate Entertainment. Relax,
let your hair down and enjoy the party atmosphere aboard one of our
deluxe river cruisers. You can dance the night away to your favourite
sounds, relax with a drink from the bar or just enjoy the enchanting
floodlit atmosphere of the river by night. For more details see website.
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Endeavour
Trent
Ltd, Park Yacht Inn, Trent Lane (South), Colwick,
Nottingham, NG2 4DS.
E-mail:
endtrent@aol.com
NOTTINGHAM
PRINCESS
CLICK
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Tel:
0115
910 0400 Fax: 0115 910 0403 |
Nottingham Rugby Football
Club
Nottingham
Rugby Football Club are a rugby union club representing
Nottingham, . The
club are currently members of National League One.Nicknamed the Green
& Whites in reference to the club's kit, the first XV play at
Meadow Lane, the home of Notts County. The club has new facilities at
Lady Bay in the West Bridgford area of Nottingham, having played at
Ireland Avenue in Beeston until the end of the 2005/06 season.
The club was established in around 1877 by Alexander Birkin after
returning from Rugby School
where he was introduced to the sport. The Birkin family later purchased
the land at Ireland Avenue that would be the home of the club until
2006.The club's heyday was in the late 80s with a number
of top international players representing the first XV.
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Nottingham Rugby, The Bay, 1 Holme
Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 5AA.
email:
enquiries@nottinghamrugby.co.uk
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Tel
:0115
907 0070 |
Nottingham
Transport Heritage Centre
The Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre is the home of the preserved
Great Central Railway in Nottinghamshire and is based in Ruddington
alongside Rushcliffe Country Park. The Centre and Park make a fantastic
day out for all the family. Take a look around - enjoy your stay at our
website and come and visit us soon!
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Mere
Way
Ruddington
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG11 6NX | View map
NOTTINGHAM TRANSPORT HERITAGE
CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 115 940 5705
Fax: +44 (0) 115 940 5905 |
Papplewick
Hall
Papplewick
Hall dates from the early 1780s and is probably the work of William
Lindley of Doncaster
The Hall is open on the first, third and
fifth Wednesday of every month, 2-5pm, throughout the year, and
also by appointment.If your group is more than five people, we would
prefer that you contact us in advance to arrange an appointment.
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Papplewick
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG15 8FE | View map
PAPPLEWICK PARK CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 115 963 3491 |
Papplewick
Pumping Station
Britain’s
finest working Victorian water pumping station with a range
of buildings, cooling pond, covered reservoir and landscaped grounds.
Ornate Engine House and Boiler House contain original beam engines and
boilers, further engines on site plus a model railway and model boat
club. In steam on special days throughout the year. Education service,
special events, catering and private functions.
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off
Longdale
Lane, Ravenshead, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG15 9AJ
Papplewick
Pumping
Station Click
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 963 2938 - Fax: +44 (0)115 963 2938 |
Patchings
Farm
Restaurant & Arts Centre
Patchings
has been described by The Artist Magazine as 'one of the foremost art
centres in the country'. Restored farm buildings set within 60 acres
contain art and craft galleries with monthly exhibition changes, art
materials, framing and licensed restaurant. There is a range of
resident artists working in textiles, pottery and various painting
mediums.A full Art School programme for all levels and an annual 4-day
Art and Craft Festival takes place each June.Patchings
is open daily throughout the year apart from Christmas Day and Boxing
Day from 9.00am to 10.00pm. Free admission. Grounds are open
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Patchings
Farm,
Calverton
PATCHINGS FARM
CLICK
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Phone:
0115
965 3479 |
Portland
Park and Visitor Centre
The Visitor Centre, opened in October 1994,
is an environmentally friendly building and a centre of excellence for
energy conservation.
As
well as the outstanding walks within the Park the centre is an ideal
starting point for the Three Centres Trail, plus the many other
adjoining walks.
The centre and many of the park's routes are accessible to wheelchairs,
and an electric scooter is available for hire.
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Lindleys
Lane
Kirkby-in-Ashfield
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG17 9AL
| View map
All year, daily, dawn-dusk.
Visitor Centre open Tue-Fri, 1000-1400, Sat, Sun, 0900-1500. Closed 25
Dec
PORTLAND
PARK
CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1623 721617
Fax: +44 (0) 1623 721412 |
Rock City
Rock City is
a live rock venue in the heart of Nottingham, run by
Daybrook House Promotions. With a capacity of 1900, the club is
renowned for its intimate atmosphere. The likes of Def Leppard, U2,
REM, Slipknot, Madness, Oasis, Robbie Williams, Nirvana and The Stone
Roses have all performed here.
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8
Talbot
Street, Nottingham,
Nottinghamshire NG1 5GG
ROCK CITY
CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)871 3100 000 - Fax: +44 (0)115 9418438 |
Ruddington
Framework Knitters Museum
The museum
is located in a unique restored 19th Century workshops,
cottages and frameshops containing the collection of handframes, which
can be seen working daily. There is also a working collection of
circular sock machines on which you can try out your knitting skills.
Experience the sight and sound of working machinery and gain a
fascinating insight into the life and labour of a 19th Century
framework knitting community.
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Chapel
Street,
Ruddington, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG11 6HE
RUDDINGTON MUSEUM CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)115 984 6914 |
Rushcliffe
Country Park
Set in the beautiful south Nottinghamshire
countryside - about half
a mile south of Ruddington - Rushcliffe Country Park is an ideal place
to get away from it all. With a network of over 8 kilometres of
footpaths, grassland, conservation and landscaped areas, the park is
excellent for walking, jogging, cycling, spotting wildlife and
exercising your dog (please don't forget your poop scoop!).Bring
your family and a picnic and encourage your children to let off steam
either by visiting the extensive play area, which has some 20 pieces of
modern and exciting equipment, or simply use the open spaces to fly a
kite.
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Mere
Way
Ruddington
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
RUSHCLIFFE
COUNTRY
PARK CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 115 921 5865 |
St Barnabas church
is the Roman Catholic cathedral just opposite the Albert
Hall and Nottingham Playhouse. Walk to the top of Maid Marian Way and
it is on your right at the bottom of Derby Road. |
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St Mary's church,
the
largest in Nottingham, is one of the three city centre Anglican
churches offering a range of forms of worship from formal to informal.
This is Nottingham's mother church and was founded before the Doomsday
Book. Look out for the leaning pillars! The colourful Lion and Unicorn
at the back of the church show the long history of use for official
celebrations. Robin Hood is said to have come to St Mary's to challenge
The Sheriff. Much dates from the 15th century including the tower,
vaulting and windows. The church is along High Pavement in the Lace
Market area and close to the Galleries
of
Justice.
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St Nicholas church,
re-build in 1673, is the least formal of the three churches and
is the “Lively Evangelical church”. It may not be open during the week,
but all are warmly welcomed on Sunday at 9.00am, 10.30 am and at 7.00
pm. The church is on Maid Marian Way, not far from the castle.
The original church was demolished in the civil war to prevent Royalist
troops firing on the castle from the tower. |
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Maid
Marian Way,
Nottingham,
NG1 6AE
email:
office@stnics.org
ST NICHOLAS CLICK
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Telephone:
+44
(0)115 952 4600
Fax: +44 (0)115 952 4624
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St Peter's church
is a mediaeval building in the middle of the main shopping area with
its worldly bustle. The tower and spire date from the 14th century and
the roof of the nave from 1480. |
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St Peter's Square
Nottingham
NG1 2NW
VIEW
Map-
in the centre of Nottingham, next to Marks
& Spencer's.
ST PETERS
CLICK
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Tel.
0115
948 3658 |
Tales
of Robin Hood
Young
outlaws love our exciting adventure ride with the sights and
smells of Medieval England. Step back in time with Robin Hood,
England’s best loved outlaw and his archenemy, the Sheriff of
Nottingham. The days when good was good and evil were most foul. After
the adventure try your hand at archery and brass rubbing or relax in
the Greenwood café.
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30-38
Maid
Marian Way, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG1 6GF
ROBIN
HOOD TALES CLICK
E-mail:
enquiries@robinhood.uk.com
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Phone:
+44
(0)1159 483284 - Fax: +44 (0)1159 501536 |
Trent River Cruises
Trent River Cruises are
the owners of ''The Trent Lady'', a riverboat that has graced the
waters of the Trent since 1991. ''The Trent
Lady'' sports two fully stocked bars with disabled access and is
licensed to carry seventy-four passengers. This figure represents the
maximum passengers we are permitted to carry but in the interest of
comfort we recommend a maximum of between fifty to sixty five. It is
our policy to ensure that any party of thirty-five or more is given
exclusive use of the boat, but we do however reserve the right to mix
parties below that number should we be required to do so. ''The Trent
Lady'' is available 52 weeks of the year.
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Trent
Lane
South, Colwick, Nottingham, NG2 4DS
E-mail:
info@trentcruising.com
TRENT
CRUISING
CLICK
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Tel:
0800
9521152 |
Tumble Town,
Great fun but can get a bit crowded,
especially when there are multiple birthday parties going on. They have
a safety gate at the entrance so no little ones can escape - very good!
Great for birthday parties too - great party bags for all children,
present for the birthday child and staff take the children and play.
They have a wide range of food and best of all no cleaning up - all for
a great price. no worries!
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107
High
Street,Arnold, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG5 7DS |
Tel:
0115
967 1161
fax: 0115 967 1161 |
Wheatcroft
Garden Centre
The Wheatcroft Garden Centre
is situated in the south of Nottingham on the A52 ring road.
The Garden Centre has a great
horticultural heritage
and was formally operated by the world famous rose grower, Harry
Wheatcroft's son, Christopher.The centre offers a unique gardening
experience with
an extensive range of gardening accessories, plants, furniture,
barbecues, gifts and lifestyle ranges and our Gourmet range of locally
sourced produce.
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Landmere
Lane
Edwalton
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG12 4DE
| View map
WHEATCROFT
GARDEN
CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 115 921 6061 |
William
Booth Memorial Complex
Number 12 Notintone Place
is the house where William Booth was born on 10 April 1829. The plan of
NOTTINGHAM of 1827 (immediately on the right as you enter the museum)
shows the three houses standing independently as they do today. In the
1830s they became part of a terrace of three-storey houses, which were
eventually demolished in the city redevelopment schemes of the late
1960s. The three original houses, numbers 10,12 and 14, were retained
and restored and the site around developed by The Salvation Army to
include an elderly persons' home and a goodwill community centre, thus
becoming a living memorial to the life and work of William Booth,
Founder and first General of The Salvation Army. |
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14
Notintone
Place
Sneinton Road
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG2 4QG | View map
WILLIAM
BOOTH
MUSEUM CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 115 - 950 3927
Fax: +44 (0) 115 - 959 8604 |
| Wollaton
Hall
Standing on a
natural hill 3 miles west of Nottingham City Centre,
Wollaton Hall is a flamboyant 16th century Robert Smythson building set
within 500 acres of historic park. Wollaton Hall is one of the finest
Elizabethan houses in England and is now home to Nottingham‚s Natural
History Collection.The Hall holds the Natural History Museum whilst the
Wollaton park 18th
Century Stable is home to the Visitors Centre, Industrial Museum and
the
Yard Gallery. The Yard Gallery is a vibrant exhibition space with a
changing
programme for visual arts exhibitions exploring art, science and the
environment.The park is home to a diversity of habitats and species.
Where herds of
free-roaming red and fallow deer. Visitors have the choice of a variety
of
walks or can simply stroll around the lake or relax in the formal
gardens.
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Wollaton
Park
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG8 2AE | View map
WOLATTON
HALL
CLICK
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Tel:
0871
716 2146 |
Woodthorpe
Grange
Park
Woodthorpe Park is a park of horticultural excellence. A landscape rich
in mature trees, ornamental gardens, historical features and enjoyable
walks. Included in the attractions are the plant nursery, tropical
house, herbaceous borders and picnic areas.
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Woodthorpe
Drive
off Mansfield Road
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG5 4HA | View map
WOODTHORPE
GRANCE
CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 115 915 2072
Fax: +44 (0) 115 915 2084 |
Yard
Gallery
A vibrant exhibition space with a changing programme of exhibitions
exploring art and the environment with many nationally acclaimed
exhibitions displayed since its debut exhibition in late 1996.
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Courtyard
Buildings
Wollaton Park
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG8 2AE | View map
E-mail
: wollaton@ncmg.org.uk
YARD GALLERY CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 115 - 9153900 |
Ye Olde Trip to
Jerusalem
This is reputedly the oldest inn in England.
The inn dates back to 1189 when the crusaders rested here en-route to
the Holy Land. Serves drinks and food and is worth a visit. |
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Brewhouse
Yard
Nottingham England
NG1 6AD
The Trip (as it is known
locally)
is at the foot of Castle Rock in city centre.
YE OLDE
TRIP TO JERUSALEM CLICK
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Tel: 0115 947 3171. |
Ravenshead & Area
Ravenshead
is
an affluent area of the East Midlands with higher than
average property prices and diverse population of professional people,
elderly people and skilled workers. Farming was the main occupation in
the area until the arrival of the local shops and schools. The only
other industry in Ravenshead was sand quarrying, the first of which was
opened in 1919 for building sand for Nottingham and Hucknall. Present
day occupants of Ravenshead tend to commute out to Mansfield or
Nottingham, or are retired.
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The
Hutt
at Ravenshead
Built
opposite Newstead Abbey, the original building was recorded in 1400 as
one of the Royal Huts put up in Sherwood Forest by King John, used to
house the men patrolling the forest to protect the King's deer.A
tunnel leading from the Hutt to Newstead Abbey was used during the late
17th Century and it is said that the ghost of a monk remains who
travelled through the tunnel before being chained to a wall and left to
perish!Today the Hutt is a pub and restaurant but still has traditional
character and charm - a perfect place for those seeking refreshment and
relaxation.
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Nottingham Road, Ravenshead, Nottingham,
Nottinghamshire NG15 9HJ
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Phone:
01623
792325 |
Longdale Craft Centre
Recreated
Victorian Streets are the settings for the workshops at the
craft centre in Ravenshead where you can observe artists working on a
whole range of crafts. Longdale Craft Centre is reputedly Britain's
oldest and first 'real' craft centre and has now become a craft centre
of international reputation, incorporating workshops, a museum and a
gallery. A gift shop and licensed restaurant are also available.
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Longdale
Lane,
Ravenshead
LONGDALE CRAFT CENTRE CLICK
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Phone/fax:
01623
794858 |
Newstead
Abbey
Newstead
Abbey is a beautiful historic house converted from a
monastery, set in extensive formal gardens and parkland. It is the
former home of the poet Lord Byron, and many of his possessions can
still be seen. We are off the main A60 between Nottingham and
Mansfield. The grounds are open all year round (except the last Friday
in November), and the house is closed in the a.m. and October-March.
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Newstead
Abbey
Historic House & Garden, Ravenshead,
Nottinghamshire
NG15 8NA
NEWSTEAD ABBEY CLICK
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Phone:
+44
(0)1623 455900 - Fax: +44 (0)1623 455904 |
Retford
& Area
The ancient
market town of Retford was granted its first charter (the
right to hold a fair) by Henry III in 1246. This was extended by Edward
I in 1275 to holding a Saturday market: a tradition that continues
today. The town features fine Georgian buildings, a spacious square,
and two theatres – the Little Theatre on Wharf Road and the Majestic on
Coronation Street. The town played a remarkable part in the story of
the Pilgrim
Fathers,
who fled to America in 1620 after being persecuted for their religious
beliefs. Explore their story on the Mayflower Trail, a circular
tour
starting at nearby Babworth
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40 Grove Street ,
Retford , DN22 6LD Tel: +44
(0)
1777 860 780 e: retford.tourist@bassetlaw.gov.uk
Visit Retford website
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Tel: +44
(0)
1777 860 780 |
Kidzquadz
Children's Quad Bike, 4x4 and
Apache Rally Karts parties - Yorkshire or UK wide. If you have space we
visit you. Great Family Fun Days and Corporate Events where children
are attending
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Eel Pie Farm, Markham Moor, Retford, Nottinghamshire,
DN22 0QX,
Tel 0845 390 0845
http://www.kidzquadz.co.uk |
Tel 0845 390 0845 |
North
Leverton
Windmill
North Leverton Windmill was first built in 1813. Originally it started
by being a very low tower to enable the common sails to have the cloth
put on from the ground. Each sail was turned round to the bottom in
turn. A major refit in 1884 lifted the tower several feet, and new
patent sails and working parts were fitted into the cap now at it's
higher present level. The three-storied mill is built of brick and
coated with tar to keep out the weather.
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North
Leverton
Retford
Nottinghamshire
DN22 0AB | View map
Some
Sundays 2pm – 5pm
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Tel: +44 (0)
1427 880573
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Sundown
Kiddies Adventureland (Pets Garden)
This
attraction is aimed at children up to the age of ten. Based on
storybook characters with indoor and outdoor activities, it includes
fairy castles, a witches cave and Father Christmas. Tractor, Train and
Water Boat rides.
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Treswell
Rd,
Rampton, Retford,
Nottinghamshire, DN22 0HX
SUNDOWN
ADVENTURELAND
CLICK
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Tel:
01777
248274 |
| Wetlands
Waterfowl and Exotic Bird Park
Wetlands primary objective is to enable
people of all ages to view and get close to animals they wouldn’t
normally have the chance to see. Our 23-acre parkland also provides a
fantastic location for a relaxing stroll in the countryside.
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Off
Loundlow
Road
Sutton-cum-Lound
Retford
Nottinghamshire
DN22 8SB | View map
WETLANDS
CLICK
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Tel: +44 (0)
1777 818099
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Southwell
&
Area
Southwell
has many elegant Regency houses but its architectural jewel
is the Minster church, boasting some of the best medieval stone carving
in England. Just outside town is the Workhouse, an authentic 19th
Century institution restored by the National Trust. Find out what life
was really like for Victorian paupers in this starkly atmospheric
building. Ironically
for
the location of an attraction
about poverty, the Nottingham Evening Post recently declared Southwell
Nottinghamshire’s millionaire capital. In fact, this prosperous small
town of 6,000 has never been short of admirers. Lord Byron once claimed
that “I shall never be so happy again as I was in old Southwell.”
Centuries on, Sir John Betjeman reported that “the Georgian elegance of
Southwell ensures that few small towns are as unspoilt.” |
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The Minster Centre,
Church
Street, Southwell NG25 0HD
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| Reg
Taylor's
Swan and Wildfowl Sanctuary |
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Reg
Taylor's
Garden Centre
Hill Farm Nurseries
Southwell
Nottinghamshire
NG25 0PR | View map
All year, Mon-Fri, 1000-1730, Sun, 1030-1630.
Closed 18-21 Apr, 25,26 Dec.
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1636 813184
Fax: +44 (0) 1636 815407 |
Southwell
Leisure Centre
At Southwell Leisure Centre
our aim is to provide high quality, affordable leisure facilities in a
welcoming and friendly environment.
Whether
you are a serious sports person, an occasional visitor or looking for
family fun, Southwell Leisure Centre is the perfect place to visit.
25m Main Pool
with viewing area and
10m Teaching Pool
Sauna (included
with Swimming) and Sun Bed
50 Station
Fitness Suite
4 Court multi-use
Main Hall and nearby
Social Hall
4 Squash
Courts
House of Fun children's softplay area
Shokk Gym for
young people
5 a side
Synthetic Outdoor Pitch
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Nottingham
Road
Southwell
Nottinghamshire
NG25 0LG
Location Map
E-mail southwell@nsdc.info
SOUTHWELL
LEISURE
CENTRE CLICK
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Telephone
01636
813000
Fax 01636 816096 |
Southwell
Minster
Although Christian worship has taken place on this site for over
1000 years the present Romanesque building celebrates its commencement
900 years ago in 2008. Southwell Minster became the
Cathedral Church of the Diocese in 1884. As the Cathedral Church of
Nottinghamshire it seeks to serve diverse communities from the farms of
the Dukeries in the north, with mining and ex-mining towns, and in the
south the colourful city of Nottingham with its industry, universities
and teaching hospitals of international repute. This stunning place
still brings visitors to their knees in wonder and awe to glimpse the
glory of God.
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The
Minster
Office
Bishop's Drive
Southwell
Nottinghamshire
NG25 0JP
| View map
SOUTHWELL MINSTER
CLICK
|
Tel:
+44
(0) 1636 812649
Fax: +44 (0) 1636 815904 |
The
Workhouse
The best-preserved workhouse in England -Explore
the workshops and dormitories of this imposing early 'welfare'
institution - Meet 19th-century inhabitants with our audio guide -
Interactive displays chart poverty through the ages - Play 'The
Master's Punishment' game
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Upton
Road
Southwell
Nottinghamshire
NG25 0PT t
| View map
Tel: +44 (0) 1636 817250
Fax: +44 (0) 1636 817251
THE
WORKHOUSE
CLICK
|
Tel:
+44
(0) 1636 817250
Fax: +44 (0) 1636 817251 |
Sutton-in-Ashfield
&
Area
The area was
first settled in Saxon times and the
Saxon suffix "ton" means "an enclosure or fenced in clearing". The town
appears in the Domesday Book as "Sutone".
There are also documents from 1189 showing that Gerard, son of Walter
de Sutton, gave two bovates of land and the
church at Sutton to Thurgaton Priory.
The main
tourist attraction in Sutton-in-Ashfield, is the largest sundial in
Europe. It is located in the middle of Portland Square, adjacent to the
Idlewells Shopping Centre
and Sutton Centre Community College.
Another tourist attraction in Sutton-in-Ashfield is The Ashfield
Show, held in August on Sutton Lawn, and includes everything from
fairground rides, local businesses and services showing their presence,
live music, classic cars and steam engines and much more.A further
local attraction stands on the former site of Silverhill
Colliery close to the scenic village of Teversal on the North West edge
of Ashfield. The area has been transformed from the colliery to a
woodland, which features several walks for all abilities and also
features the highest point in Nottinghamshire. At the highest point
stands a monument to all the miners whom
have worked in the areas coalfields. |
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Brierley
Forest Park and Visitor Centre
Brierley Forest Park Visitor Centre was opened in December 1999 and is
located at the end of Skegby Road in Huthwaite. The
Centre has full access for disabled people including free wheelchair
hire. Information on some beautiful routes around the park suitable for
wheelchair users is available.The Park, 100 hectares (250 acres),
provides many trails, nature conservation areas, recreation facilities
(such as a golf club and a football pitch), art and sculptures, and
areas of local historical interest. The Park was launched in May 1994,
marked by the pit wheels from Sutton colliery installed in the park.The
most outstanding feature of Sutton colliery was the pit tip that
smouldered and glowed red at night time. Buried deep under the spoil
heap was Brierley Pond once alive with minnows, sticklebacks, newts,
tadpoles and frogs. Take a walk up Rooley Lane towards the site of the
old railway bridge and the former mine. The miners would walk this
route each day up to Sutton Colliery. |
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Skegby
Road
Huthwaite
Sutton-in-Ashfield
Nottinghamshire
NG17 2PL | View map
1 Apr-30 Sep, daily, 1100-1600
1 Oct-31 MAr, 1100-1500.
Closed 25 Dec
BRIERLY
PARK
CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1623 550172 |
Kings Mill
is a large reservoir and area of natural beauty on the
Sutton-in-Ashfield and Mansfield border.A
medieval mill pond expanded in the 1830s it acted as a head of water
for a dozen mills along the River Maun, along with water meadows
several miles away. It is now a spectacular wildfowl sanctuary with a
pleasant 1.5 mile walk around the perimeter.The newly
opened visitor centre offers
refreshments, exhibitions and toilet facilities in an idyllic location.
Kings Mill is home to the Sutton-in-Ashfield Sailing Club and The Mill
Adventure Base for young people (contact 01623 556110 for The Mill).
The area is a birdwatchers paradise being abundant with a wide variety
of land and water species, but don’t forget to look at all other
aspects of the outstanding natural history alongside the walks. At the
northern end of the reservoir you will discover England’s oldest
railway viaduct.
Kings Mill is
the start of the Timberland Trail and overlaps on the Maun Valley Trail
both of which present walkers with idyllic settings, including several
heritage ponds along the river.
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Sutton-in-Ashfield
Sailing
Club
Kings Mill Reservoir
Sutton-in-Ashfield
Nottinghamshire
KINGS
MILL
CLICK
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Tel
:
01623 559605 |
Sutton Leisure Centre
A diverse centre providing facilities such as a fitness suite, indoor
bowls hall, ice rink, and Sutton's only theatre. Also home to Sutton
Community College.
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Sutton
Leisure
Centre
High Pavement,
Sutton-in-Ashfield
Nottingham NG17 1EE
SUTTON
LEISURE
CENTRE CLICK
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Tel:01623
457
700 |
Teversal
Trails Visitor Centre
The Visitor Centre first opened in
1993, and has wheelchair access to the centre, the toilets, and parts
of the trail.The Teversal Trail Visitors Centre is located at an ideal
access point to the Pleasley Trails network and other walks,offering a
wide variety of local information on both the trails and other
attractions in Nottinghamshire. There is ample free
parking directly
outside the Centre, and the extensive surrounding grassland areas are
ideal for picnics and recreation. |
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Carnarvon
Street
Teversal
Sutton-in-Ashfield
Nottinghamshire
NG17 3HJ | View map
1 Apr-30 Sep, daily, 1100-1600, exept Tue 1100-1500
1 Oct-31 Mar, daily, 1100-1500.
Closed 25 Dec
TEVERSAL
TRAIL
CENTRE CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1623 442021 |
Thieves Wood Visitor Centre
Hundreds of years ago trees from these woods
provided timber for the
construction of Nottingham Castle. Since that time they have virtually
remained untouched until 1976 when the violent storms destroyed
thousands of mature trees. A large scale replanting followed this
disaster in subsequent years and acres of woodlands were gradually
replenished |
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Thieves' Wood car-park is
12 miles north of Nottingham on the
Mansfield Road (A60). Before entering Mansfield, take the Kirkby road
shortly after Newstead Abbey. After 500 metres turn right into the
B6139 (Coxmoor Road) and park in the first car park, on the right, or
the second, on the left.
THIEVES
WOOD
CLICK
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Thrumpton Hall
Ideally situated for easy access, Thrumpton
Hall is an exquisite Jacobean stately home 4 miles
from Nottingham East Midlands Airport.Tranquil and
elegant, Thrumpton retains the magical atmosphere of
a private
family home. Flexible and friendly, the Thrumpton team are ready to
help advise you on how to make the most of it.
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Thrumpton
Hall
Thrumpton
Nottinghamshire
NG11 0AX
THRUMPTON HALL CLICK
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Tel:
0795
855 6442 |
Worksop & Area
Believed to have
been in existence since Anglo Saxon times, this
unique market town in the north of Nottinghamshire is aptly dubbed the
‘gateway to the Dukeries’. This influence is even reflected in the town
centre. At Bridge Street and Bridge Place – the heart of Worksop’s
thriving retail community – coloured stone is set into the paving on
the pedestrian streets, depicting the local heraldic crests. There is
also a paved maze featuring a heraldic lion and unicorn, giving the
town a sense of real historical character.The Augustian
Priory of St Cuthbert and St Mary was founded in 1103 and the surviving
part consists of the nave, western front and twin towers, built in the
late 12th century.
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Worksop Library ,
Memorial Avenue , Worksop , S80 2BP worksop.tourist@bassetlaw.gov.uk
WORKSOP
CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1909
501
148e: |
Clumber
Park
One of the largest country parks in Europe, covering over 3800 acres,
Clumber Park was once the seat of the Dukes of Newcastle-under-Lyme.
The grand house built in 1770 was demolished in 1938, though the stable
block (now used as a café), walled garden and dramatic gothic
chapel
remain. The National Trust now owns the estate and, through a careful
management programme, ensures that the diverse landscape of heathland,
woods and parkland is preserved for the public. Highlights of the
Estate include the vast lake and the beautiful 'Lime Tree Avenue' - a
sight not to be missed in Autumn.
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Worksop
Nottinghamshire
S80 3AZ | View map
All year, daily, dawn-dusk.
Closed 25,26 Dec.
CLUMBER PARK CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1909 - 476592
Fax: +44 (0) 1909 - 500721 |
Creswell
Crags Visitor Centre
Creswell Crags is a limestone
gorge honeycombed with
caves and smaller fissures. Stone tool and remains of animals found in
the caves by archaeologists provides evidence for a fascinating story
of life during the last Ice Age between 50,000 and 10,000 years ago.
Creswell Crags was among the most northerly places on earth to have
been visited by our ancient ancestors, a story that is unique on a
European and World scale. All of the caves are protected by metal
grills to preserve the rare archaeological deposits that remain inside.
At the east end of the gorge is the Museum and Education Centre. The
gorge is part of the Creswell Heritage Landscape Area.
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Crags Road
Welbeck
Worksop
Nottinghamshire
S80 3LH | | View map
1
Feb-31 Oct, daily, 1030-1630
1 Nov-31 Jan, Sun,
1030-1630
CRESSWELL
CRAGS
CLICK
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Tel: +44 (0) 1909 720378
Fax: +44 (0) 1909
724726 |
Harley
Gallery
The award-winning Harley Gallery has a
national reputation for
excellence and innovation. Situated on the Ducal estate of Welbeck in
North
Nottinghamshire, this free entry venue offers a unique mix of
contemporary
exhibitions, craft shop and museum.The diverse programme of events and
exhibitions includes displays of
contemporary craft, visual art, photography and design; Christmas Art
Market, Open Studio Days; Lectures and Practical Workshops, aiming to
appeal
to all audiences from family groups to those with specialist
interests.Additional
attractions on site include The Lime House cafe with its sleek
interior and stylish menu, The Portland Collection of fine and
decorative
arts on show in the Harley Museum and work for sale by leading British
craftspeople in the Harley Craft Shop.
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Welbeck
Worksop
Nottinghamshire
S80 3LW | | View map
1 Feb-24 Dec, Tue-Sun, Bank Hol Mon, 1000-1700.
HARLEY
GALLERY CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0) 1909 501700
Fax: +44 (0) 1909 488747 |
Hodsock
Priory Gardens
Hodsock Priory is the home of Sir Andrew
and Lady Buchanan. The 5
acre garden and adjacent 12 acre wood are uniquely only open in the
winter with a magnificent display of carpets of snowdrops, hellebores
and many other winter flowering plants and shrubs.
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Blyth
Worksop
Nottinghamshire
S81 0TY | View map
Feb - Mar for 5 weeks only
HODSOCK
PRIORY
CLICK
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Tel:
+44
(0)1909 591 204
Fax: +44 (0)1909 591 578 |
Mr
Straw's
House
Fascinating 1920's tradesman’s home. This
modest semi-detached Edwardian house was the family home of
well-to-do grocers William and Florence Straw from 1923. It is
remarkable because the Straws’ two sons preserved it almost
unaltered till it came to the National Trust in 1990. The interior with
its 1920s wallpaper, heavy Victorian furniture and
household objects provides a rare glimpse into interwar middle-class
life.
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7
Blyth
Grove, Worksop, S81 0JG
Tel: 01909 482380
E-mail:
mrstrawshouse@nationaltrust.org.uk
MR
STRAW'S
HOUSE CLICK
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Tel: 01909 482380 |
Worksop
Priory
and Gatehouse
Priory
church dating back to 1103 with 14th century Gatehouse.
Nottinghamshire County Council regularly gives advice and has a close
involvement here.
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Worksop
Priory
Church of Our Lady and St. Cuthbert Priorswell Road
Worksop
Priory open Monday, Tuesday, and Saturday 9.00-12.00 and open daily for
service.
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Tel:
+44 (0)1909 472180 |
ANGLO SAXON NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
Staying in Nottingham University accommodation is a
convenient and
affordable way to stay in Nottingham. With centrally-located bed
and
breakfast (B&B) rooms from £20, it is a cost effective
alternative
to staying in a hostel or a hotel. Rooms are mainly available in the
Christmas, Easter,
and summer vacation periods (July, August, September), when
students
clear their rooms. Rooms typically become available two to
three months in advance, so please revisit the website within that
period if nothing is available now.
