by visit_nssf | Jan 26, 2022 | Places to Explore, Places to Visit, Sherwood Forest
A place for remembrance and testimony – The National Holocaust Centre and Museum The National Holocaust Centre and Museum is a unique place, offering an unforgettable experience where visitors can learn, reflect, and remember. Its buildings and vibrant gardens...
by visit_nssf | Dec 20, 2021 | Christmas, Newark, Places to Explore, Places to Visit, Sherwood Forest, Southwell
Things to do in Newark and Sherwood for under £5 Newark and Sherwood has plenty to offer when for you’re on a budget. From engaging town trails to free entry to attractions, or walks set among the beautiful backdrop of nature, we’re here with our suggestions of ways...
by visit_nssf | Dec 10, 2021 | Christmas, Newark, Places to Explore, Places to Visit, Sherwood Forest, Southwell
Festive family fun! December is such a fun month for families, full of Christmas parties, school nativities and two school-free weeks around the big day! But at Visit Newark and Sherwood, we also understand how hectic the month can be. Therefore, we’ve compiled a...
by visit_nssf | Dec 1, 2021 | Christmas, Newark, Places to Explore, Places to Visit, Sherwood Forest, Southwell
Enjoy a truly magical Christmas in Newark and Sherwood! It’s Christmas! Now that we are well and truly into December, we don’t feel guilty for discussing Christmas; in fact, we are positively bursting with the festive spirit. Have you got all of your shopping done...
by visit_nssf | Oct 18, 2021 | Places to Explore, Places to Visit, Southwell
Ten things to look forward to at the Bramley Apple Festival 2021 Saturday 23 October will see the return of Southwell’s Bramley Apple Festival. Now more than a quarter of a century old, this event celebrates the renowned Bramley cooking apple and its historic...
by visit_nssf | Jun 28, 2021 | Newark, Places to Explore, Places to Visit
The ‘In Real Life’ Return of Newark Book Festival Newark Book Festival is back on the Nottinghamshire market town’s cultural calendar this summer, and we have plenty of in person and live-streamed events for all ages to enjoy. Launched in 2017, the...
by visit_nssf | Jun 21, 2021 | Places to Explore, Places to Visit, Sherwood Forest
Nottinghamshire’s mining heritage: Bilsthorpe Heritage Museum Until recently, Nottinghamshire’s landscape was scattered with towering pit heads and winding gears from the local coal mines. Nowadays, most evidence of this once colossal industry – one which...
by visit_nssf | May 28, 2021 | Places to Explore, Places to Visit, Southwell
Maypole Day in Wellow Every year, on the final Monday of May, crowds gather in the village of Wellow to celebrate Maypole Day. This annual carnival, celebrating the arrival of spring, is a unique custom of Wellow. Sadly, current restrictions are preventing this year’s...
by visit_nssf | Mar 31, 2021 | Places to Explore, Places to Visit, Southwell
Southwell Minster’s remarkable stone carvings: The Leaves of Southwell The twin spires of Southwell Minister are home to incredible artefacts from throughout Europe’s history. However some of the Minster’s most iconic features are among its oldest – intricate...
by visit_nssf | Feb 12, 2021 | Newark, Places to Explore, Places to Visit
Newark’s extraordinary discovery: a closer look at the Newark TorcNetflix’s recent archaeological hit The Dig has reminded us of the hidden history beneath our feet. The enthralling story of discovery reminded me of Newark’s own re-discovered treasure – The...
