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Events Calendar

There are a whole host of events taking place across the District of Newark and Sherwood. These are available below on our events calendar.

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Abbey Tales

Rufford Abbey Country Park Ollerton

Bringing Rufford's rich history to life!Open daily from 10am to 4pm (last admission) Introducing our brand new innovative, historical attraction. Immerse yourself in a journey of discovery, where 800 years […]

Year of Play: May Half Term

National Civil War Centre 14 Appletongate, Newark

Introducing our Year of Play! During each school break this year, we're inviting you to make the museum yours for the holidays! Play, explore and enjoy with family and friends. […]

Where is Mrs Queen?

Rufford Abbey Country Park Ollerton

Rufford Abbey need your help to find Mrs Queen before her Platinum Jubilee celebrations start! She missing in action, where can she be? Has she taken the Corgis for a […]

The Jungle Book

Rufford Abbey Country Park Ollerton

But dare you enter the deep forests of Rufford Abbey Country Park, Nottinghamshire where bears, snakes and tigers roam? Don't worry, they are all friendly and tend to breakout into […]

Have-a-Go Archery

RSPB Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre Sherwood Forest NNR, Edwinstowe

Why not try your hand at archery in the home of the greatest bowman of them all – Robin Hood?The fantastic Sherwood Outlaws will be on hand to teach you […]

Have-a-Go Archery

RSPB Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre Sherwood Forest NNR, Edwinstowe

In Robin Hood’s day, your skill with a bow and arrow could mean the difference between freedom and being cast into the Sheriff of Nottingham’s dungeon.Today, you can find out […]

£4 – £5

Minster Tours

Southwell Minster Church Street, Southwell

Take a Saturday tour of Southwell Minster with one of their friendly and knowledgeable guides and explore 1,000 years of history. This fully accessible tour will take in all areas […]

Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Exhibition

Bilsthorpe Heritage Museum Cross Street, Bilsthorpe

An exhibiton of Royal memorabilia collected over the years to be held on the lawn at the rear of the museum, with tea, coffee and cakes. Entry and refreshments free of charge. The museum will also be open for visitors. Please remember to check the latest COVID-19 guidance before attending any event and contact the […]

Family Saturday

National Civil War Centre 14 Appletongate, Newark

Join the National Civil War Centre - Newark Museum for Family Saturday as they fill the museum with fun for all ages! There’ll be fascinating family-friendly tours and spellbinding storytime […]

Tales from the Greenwood – Tweaking the Sheriff’s nose

RSPB Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre Sherwood Forest NNR, Edwinstowe

Join RSPB Sherwood Forest storyteller, Jim, as he delights you with tales of the legendary Outlaw and his many escapades.This series of walks will encompass 3 aspects of the legend […]

Hidden History Walking Tours: Newark Through Time

National Civil War Centre 14 Appletongate, Newark

Every Saturday at 1.30pm Join the National Civil War for two fascinating walking tours (alternating weekly) which take you to the hidden historical areas of Newark: Besieged (but never beaten) Fortnightly from 2nd April Discover Newark’s crucial role in the English Civil Wars and explore some of the town’s highlights. Newark Through Time Fortnightly from […]