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  1. Stories of Bassetlaw: Original Works by Christy Burdock

    40 Grove Street, Retford

    Bassetlaw Museum is delighted to present an exhibition of drawings and paintings created in response to its collection and the stories of the communities it serves.

    The works are by an artist whose practice is rooted in Britain's regional history…

  2. Autumn Wedding Fair at Norwood Park 2026

    Southwell

    Get a feel for this charming Nottinghamshire venue as they open their doors for their Autumn Wedding Fair.

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  3. Heritage Open Days 2026 at National Holocaust Museum - Everyday Histories

    Laxton, Newark

    Join the museum for Everyday Histories, a reflective day of learning that brings together material from our collections and the lived experience of a Holocaust survivor.

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  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. Sky Mirror at Nottingham Playhouse

    Nottingham

    Anish Kapoor's Sky Mirror is a must see piece of art, located at Nottingham Playhouse within the city centre.

  6. Heritage Open Days 2026 at Mr Straw's House

    Worksop

    Step back in time to the 1920s and discover how a grocer's family lived in a Midlands market town through their furnishings and household objects.

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  7. Goose Fair

    Forest Fields, Nottingham

    Nottingham’s world-famous Goose Fair will once again be held over ten days in 2026.

  8. Nottingham Cathedral

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    Nottingham Cathedral

    Nottingham

    Nottingham Cathedral (the Cathedral Church of St Barnabas) was designed and built under renowned architect A.W.N. Pugin and the foundation stone was laid by Bishop Nicholas Wiseman in 1842, who had brought with him the relics of Saint Barnbas from…

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  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. Heritage Open Days 2026 - Family Day at Bromley House Library

    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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  11. 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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  12. Nature Trail at St Mary's

    Newark

    Pick up your free Nature Trail, and discover the beautiful plants and animals inside and outside the church!

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  13. 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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  14. 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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  15. 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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  16. LagosPhotos: Gallery Tours

    Nottingham

    Join a walk-through of the galleries, offering an insightful perspective on this fascinating exhibition. Led by Ashley Gallant, Interim Head of Visual Arts Programming, Lakeside Arts.

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  17. 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.

  18. Heritage Open Days 2026: Heritage talk: Exploring Old Occupations

    Retford

    Why not also drop in on the following activities which will be taking place at the Library as part of Retford Heritage Day. No booking is required for these activities:

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  19. Repair Cafe at St Mary's

    Newark

    St Mary welcomes you to bring a portable item that is broken or in disrepair to them on the last Friday of every month, where their team of fantastic volunteers will help you to mend your household item if they can.

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