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  1. Print Fair Contemporary 2026

    nottingham

    Nottingham Contemporary are excited to return this year with Print Fair Contemporary, taking place across the weekend of Sat 17 and Sun 18 Oct, with a launch Evening on Fri 16 Oct.

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  2. Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre & National Nature Reserve

    Edwinstowe

    Home of Robin Hood and once part of a royal hunting forest, Sherwood Forest Country Park covers 450 acres and incorporates some truly ancient areas of native woodland.

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  3. Nottingham Arboretum

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    Nottingham Arboretum

    Nottingham

    A historic, beautifully maintained park that is home to an important collection of over 800 trees, award winning Nottingham Arboetum is Nottingham's oldest public park and the closest park to the city centre.

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  4. Abbey Artisan Market

    Ollerton

    Join Rufford Abbey Country Park for the Abbey Artisan Market, delivered in collaboration with Little Hummingbird Events.

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  5. Sherwood Pines

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    Sherwood Pines

    Edwinstowe

    Sherwood Pines is the largest forest open to the public in the East Midlands with over 3,300 acres to discover, free admission, bike hire, natures trails and Go Ape Treetop Adventure.

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  6. Heritage Open Days 2026 - Trent Bridge: Cricket Ground and Heritage Centre

    Nottingham

    Visit the world's second-largest cricket library, discover the history of the world-famous ground and County Club, see a new stained glass window and enjoy views from the highest grandstand.

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  7. Craft Fair Contemporary 2026

    nottingham

    Join Nottingham Contemporary for Craft Fair Contemporary this December, where they will have over 40 local and national makers over two floors showcasing a wide selection of contemporary craft and design including ceramics, textiles, jewellery,…

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  8. Wollaton Hall Walled Garden Open Day

    Nottingham

    Located near the entrance of Wollaton Park, the Walled Garden has been transformed over the last few years by dedicated volunteers, and is now a beautiful space for growing flowers, plants, and vegetables. Discover the garden on a guided tour, or…

  9. Inspire: Culture, Learning, Libraries

    Glaisdale Parkway , Nottingham

    Inspire is an innovative new cultural organisation delivering services on behalf of launched by Nottinghamshire County Council. We are a Community Benefit Society that is dedicated to inspiring people to grow, learn and achieve with the help of our…

  10. Highfields Park

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    Highfields Park

    Lenton, Nottingham

    Since 1921 Highfields Park has remained the home of The University of Nottingham with the original Highfields House being absorbed into the campus as a staff annexe.

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  11. Sconce and Devon Park

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    Sconce and Devon Park

    Newark

    A large area of public open grass and woodlands, including Devon Pastures Local Nature Reserve.

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  12. Silverhill, Nottinghamshire

    ALFRETON

    Silverhill is an artificial hill near Teversal in Nottinghamshire, and is one of the highest points in the county at 204.3 metres (670 ft). It offers panoramic views over five counties.

  13. Lace Market Street Mural

    Nottingham

    A mural, which celebrates Nottingham’s pioneering history with the lace industry, has been created on the NCC Car Park located on Fletcher Gate.

  14. St Peter's Church Clayworth

    Clayworth

    St Peters is home to the largest single work of art in the East of England. The Traquair Murals created by Scottish artist Phoebe Anna Traquair (1852-1936) cover all four walls of the chancel and are visually spectacular. The historic village of…

  15. Heritage Open Days 2026 at Green's Windmill

    Sneinton, Nottingham

    Visit Green's Windmill for a special exhibition to celebrate Heritage Open Days.

  16. Governor's House

    Newark


    This was the residence of the Governors of Newark during the sieges of the Civil War. A diagonal path from the Governor’s House to the south door of the Parish Church was laid, so the Governor could walk to the church without soiling his feet. The…

  17. Music for Market

    Newark

    FREE 45-minute live performances from talented local musicians and a chance to connect with the heart of our community.

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  18. Nottingham Central Library

    Nottingham

    The library, which is part of the new Broad Marsh Car Park and Bus Station complex, puts children, young people and learning at the heart of its design, with a high-quality children’s section, immersive storytelling room, extensive book collection…

  19. Teacher CPD Session

    nottingham

    Join Nottingham Contemporary for art-making and practice-sharing with our Associate Artist Amelia Daiz in this special viewing of our two new exhibitions by Sarah Cunningham and Julia Isídrez.

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