The county that keeps you busy!
Nottinghamshire has quite a history when it comes to sporting activities and we were delighted to be named VisitEngland’s official Home of Sport in 2015. Nottingham Forest’s legendary manager Brian Clough, skating stars Torvill and Dean, and boxing champion Carl Froch are all inspiring locals who made their name in the sporting world, so why not follow in their footsteps and get active in Nottinghamshire?
We're home to the National Ice Centre, where you can twirl and glide on the ice, plus the National Watersports Centre, which offers a huge range of activities, from canoeing, rowing, water skiing and white water rafting. Or if you’re a bit of a adrenaline junkie then make sure you check out our Adventure Sports section where you’ll find lots of exciting things to do. Alternatively, for a more leisurely day, take a waterside stroll, go fishing, swimming, or play golf.
If you prefer your feet on the ground, there are plenty of walking trails along our canals, through country parks and historic estates, or market towns such as Newark and Southwell. Sherwood Pines in the heart of Sherwood Forest of course offers plenty of trails to explore by bicycle, on foot, or via Segway if you want to cheat a little!
For a real treat, why not explore in style on horseback? Derbyshire Pony Trekking offers pony trekking all year round, so you can enjoy the beautiful Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire countryside no matter when you visit.
If the weather turns drizzly, look no further than our Get Active Indoors section, with a range of fun things to do when it's raining, including
Throughout the year Nottinghamshire plays host to numerous running events, including the famous Robin Hood Half Marathon, Half and Mini Marathon which is held every September. The race attracts more than 10,000 people, from elite athletes to fun runners, and takes in some of the city’s most impressive sights such as Wollaton Hall & Deer Park and Victoria Embankment. For more sporting events, visit our What's On Calendar or click here.
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