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  1. Bennerley Viaduct

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    Bennerley Viaduct

    Ilkeston

    The astonishing Iron Giant of the Erewash Valley. Bennerley Viaduct is a survivor from the age of steam and coal, the longest Victorian wrought iron viaduct still standing the UK.

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  2. Robin Hood Festival 2025

    Edwinstowe, Mansfield

    Join Sherwood Forest this summer for four weekends of entertainment from 25th July to 25th August, celebrating the legend that makes Sherwood famous across the globe.

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  3. Cathedral Summer Craft Fair

    Derby Road, Nottingham

    Nottingham Cathedral is thrilled to host its second Craft Fair on Saturday 26th July and Sunday 27th July 2025, from 10 AM to 4 PM.

  4. Robin Hood Day

    Celebrate Nottingham’s famous outlaw Robin Hood, with a day dedicated to him!

  5. Volunteer Open Day at The Workhouse

    Southwell

    Tuesday 6 June 2023 National Trust Workhouse at Southwell Booking Essential   The Workhouse and Infirmary are seeking more volunteers to join their team at The Workhouse. You are invited to come for FREE and learn more about the place, explore…

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  6. Ashfield Show

    Sutton in Ashfield

    Friday 8 - Sunday 10 August 2025 Sutton Lawn FREE  

    Ashfield Show is back for 2025 with three days of live music from tributes to some of the biggest names in the music world.

    Ashfield District Council will be hosting the free event on…

  7. Fungi Up Close

    Beeston,

    Alex Hyde has visited sites across our local area including Sherwood Forest, Maun Valley and Spa Ponds to open our eyes to the wonders of fungi.

  8. Southwell Minster and Archbishop's Palace

    Southwell

    FREE admission, donations welcome. (There is a suggested donation of £5 for adults and £3 for concessions).

    Southwell Minster, the Cathedral of Nottinghamshire, is rich historical and architectural interest. It provides fine examples of the…

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  9. Heritage Open Days 2025

    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…

  10. 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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  11. 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 all day and £3 up to 2 hours (before 9 am).

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  12. Eric Irons Plaque

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    Eric Irons Plaque

    NOTTINGHAM

    Eric Irons OBE, Britain’s first black magistrate and well-known campaigner for social justice and workers’ rights in Nottingham’s black community. 

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  13. Kelham Hall's Traditional Wedding Showcase

    Newark

    The Renaissance at Kelham Hall is delighted to invite you to its next Traditional Wedding Showcase on Tuesday 23rd September 2025.

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  14. 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.

  15. 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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  16. Hucknall Fest

    Hucknall

    Saturday 5 July 2025 | 11am - 10pm Titchfield Park FREE  

    Tributes to big names in punk rock and pop are set to get festival goers dancing the night away as Hucknall Fest is back. Ashfield District Council will be hosting the free event on…

  17. 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.

  18. The Major Oak

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    The Major Oak

    Edwinstowe

    Sherwood Forest, a 450-acre country park and nature reserve, is home to the well-loved veteran oak tree the Major Oak, which is known throughout the world for its connection to Nottinghamshire’s legendary hero Robin Hood.

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  19. Stonebridge City Farm

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    Stonebridge City Farm

    Nottingham

    Stonebridge City Farm offers a rural escape in the heart of Nottingham City, providing a free-entry experience that welcomes visitors every day.

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