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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. 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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  3. 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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  4. Love the skin you're in - Free activity day for kids with Eczema

    Nottingham

    Join rapper Ty Healy and artist Jane Stockley for a workshop where you’ll use creative art to explore how you feel about eczema.

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  5. Drawn Through Time

    Nottingham

    A collection of artists uses their drawing skills to explore the past, present and future.

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  6. Nuthall Food & Drink Festival

    5 Watnall Road, Nuthall

    Nottinghamshire Cats Centre are hosting a brilliant, new food and drink festival in Nuthall. Open to all ages and free entry for visitors.

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  7. William Booth Birthplace Museum

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    William Booth Birthplace Museum

    Nottingham

    Discover the life and work of William Booth – Nottingham’s most famous preacher and social reformer and founder of The Salvation Army

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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. D.H. Lawrence Children’s Writing Competition 2026

    Eastwood

    Following a record year for entries in 2025, the D.H. Lawrence Children’s Prize: Writing Competition returns launching on Thursday 5 March for World Book Day 2026, with this year’s theme celebrating ‘Friendship’.

  11. 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.

  12. 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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  13. Standard Hill (Derry Mount)

    Nottingham

    It was here on 25th August 1642 that the Royal Standard was raised by Charles I, marking the start of the Civil War. Today there is a plaque on Standard Hill to remember this historic event.

  14. Holiday Inn Mansfield-Alfreton Wedding Fayre

    South Normanton

    Come and meet the team, view the venue, the exhibitors are waiting to answer your questions.

  15. Summer 2026 Exhibition Launch Party: Augustas Serapinas: Physical Culture and Chico da Silva: And the soul is for the birds

    Nottingham

    Join Nottingham Contemporary to celebrate the launch of two new summer season exhibitions, Augustas Serapinas: Physical Culture and Chico da Silva: And the soul is for the birds.

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  16. Robin Hood Statue at Thoresby Park

    Newark

    Robin Hood is Nottingham’s most culturally significant attraction; our local hero represents freedom, strength and liberty. If you want to catch a glimpse of Nottingham’s favorite  vigilante, you should take a trip to Thoresby p ark to see Robin…

  17. Free Tag Rugby Taster Session

    Wilford, Nottingham

    Tag Rugby is a non-contact, mixed-gender team sport that's easy to pick up and great for fitness, fun and socialising. Everything needed to get started will be explained on the day.

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  18. EDITION26: Reflections

    Nottingham

    The exhibition invites audiences to encounter artistic practice as an evolving process shaped by time, experimentation and changing perspectives.

  19. From Fleece to...?

    Sneinton, Nottingham

    Members of the Nottingham Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers return to Green's Windmill on Sunday 14th June to demonstrate their skills, including how sheep's fleece can be spun by hand into beautiful yarn and then used to create lovely craft…

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