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Heritage Open Days - Newark Castle Comes to Life: Astounding Inventions

Newark Castle, Castle Gate, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 1BG
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Heritage Open Days - Newark Castle Comes to Life: Astounding Inventions

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Saturday 17 September | 10am-4pm
Newark Castle
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Part of Heritage Open Days 2022

Tying in with this year’s HOD theme of Astounding Inventions, enjoy a sensational science show for all the family, discovering weird and wonderful inventions from history.

Get hands on with fun activities and enjoy performances and stories from the castle’s history

Bring a picnic and join in the fun!

 

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Newark Castle and GardensNewark Castle and Gardens, NewarkBuilt in the mid-12th century, Newark Castle has stood proudly on the banks of the River Trent for nearly 900 years. Today, the medieval stronghold stands as a testament to the rich history of Newark-on-Trent and Nottinghamshire.

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