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  1. 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…

  2. 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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  3. Nottingham Beach - City by the Sea

    Nottingham

    Get ready for a summer of sun, sand, and non-stop entertainment as Nottingham Beach officially returns!

  4. 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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  5. Heritage Open Days at Norwood Park 2026

    Southwell

    Visit Norwood Park this autumn, a quintessentially Georgian country house, located in the historic market town of Southwell, as they invite you on a journey to explore the remarkable stories found in the ordinary lives of those who have shaped our…

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  6. Green's Windmill

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    Green's Windmill

    Sneinton, Nottingham

    Green's Windmill in Sneinton was built by the father of notable scientist and mathematician George Green in 1807. Today the working Mill is a popular museum and science centre.

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  7. LagosPhoto: Stories of Movement and Belonging Launch Event

    Nottingham

    LagosPhoto Festival is one of Africa's most significant international contemporary arts festivals. Founded by the African Artists' Foundation in 2010, this month-long event biennially celebrates both emerging and established photographers through…

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  8. Nottingham’s Medieval Town Wall

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    Nottingham’s Medieval Town Wall

    Nottingham

    Only one part of Nottingham’s original medieval town wall can be seen in it’s original position.

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  9. Wedding Fayre Crowne Plaza Nottingham

    Nottingham

    Welcome to the Crowne Plaza Nottingham Wedding Fayre! Join the Crowne Plaza Nottingham, an IHG Hotel for a day filled with wedding inspiration and planning.

  10. Hemlock Stone

    Stapleford, Nottingham

    Hemlock stone is a mythical site located in Bramcote Hills Park, surrounded in legend and history. It’s truly worth a visit to gaze upon this bizarre piece. It is accessible by foot along beautiful countryside trails.

  11. 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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  12. Wollaton Hall and Park

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    Wollaton Hall and Park

    Nottingham

    Spectacular Elizabethan Mansion and Deer Park set in the beautiful suburbs of Nottingham.

    Car parking £5 on weekdays and £6 at weekends.1 year parking at Wollaton Hall & Deer Park (£95).

    Coach parking is available for £50 - to arrange please…

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  13. Chinese guardian lions

    Nottingham

    A pair of Chinese guardian lions gifted to the city by Ningbo, Nottingham's sister city in China, to mark a decade of civic partnership between the two cities.

    The lions are located on the University of Nottingham’s Highfields Park campus.

  14. Heritage Open Days 2026

    Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture. Every year in September, places across the country throw open their doors to celebrate their heritage, community and history. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out…

  15. Games Day at Green's Windmill

    Sneinton, Nottingham

    Visit Green's Windmill and Science Centre on Fridays in the summer holidays for games at the mill! A variety of games on offer each week, fun for children and adults alike! Games will be in the millyard, science centre, activity room and community…

  16. Family Day at Bromley House Library (Heritage Open Days)

    Nottingham

    For this year's Heritage Open Day, Bromley House Library are opening their doors to children to explore the building and get hands on with heritage activities. Reserve free places now.

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  17. 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…

  18. Magical Garden

    Nottingham

    Lakeside Arts | Performing Arts Studio Saturday 3 & Sunday 4 October | 11am-2.30pm Tickets: Free Suitable for ages 0-3

    Step into a gentle world of wonder where soft lights glow, colours shimmer, and nature comes alive in a safe, soothing way.…

  19. Rufford Abbey Country Park

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    Rufford Abbey Country Park

    Ollerton

    Rufford Abbey Country Park is the estate and grounds of a former 12 century Cistercian Monastery and country house.

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  20. Raleigh Street

    Nottingham

    Raleigh Street, Nottingham, was the site of a small workshop which in 1886 started producing diamond-frame safety bicycles at the rate of three a week.

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