There are a whole host of events taking place across the District of Newark and Sherwood. These are available below on our events calendar.
Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, bringing together over 2,000 local people and organisations and thousands of volunteers. Every year in September places across the country throw open their doors to celebrate their heritage, community and history. It's your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – […]
Images of Green Men can be found all over churches in the British Isles. Searching them out is a fascinating way of getting to know your local church, or any you are visiting. Southwell Minster and Lincoln cathedral have them as well as many Lincolnshire churches. Claypole has several figures for us to seek out! […]
Newark Book Festival are looking forward to hosting a one-day pop-up Festival in the Nottinghamshire town of Edwinstowe. The Festival will include a Literature Market, children’s crafts and storytelling sessions, plus talks with two writers. Visit their online Box Office to buy tickets for events. Festival Friends please email [email protected] to book your discounted tickets. Events take place […]
Beaumond House are delighted to announce that after such a difficult 2020 and the disappointment of cancelling so many events and fundraising opportunities, that the Newark Dragon Boat Festival is back for 2021. Fundraising for Beaumond House Hospice Care & The Children’s Bereavement Centre. Everyone welcome – fun for all of the family! The race […]
The Notts Classic Car & Motorcycle Show will be taking place at Thoresby Park on Sunday 10 October 2021. This popular event regularly attracts 400-500 display vehicles to this most picturesque of settings. A stunning location to house a fantastic display of vehicles! This family friendly show will feature: 500+ vintage, classic and modern classic […]
Craft and artisan food markets offering a range of stalls from homemade dog treats and homemade bee products to gin, chutneys, jewellery and many more. Pop down between 10am – 3pm to purchase a unique gift for a loved one or to treat yourself! Please remember to check the latest COVID-19 guidance before attending any […]
Think you've got what it takes to be an outlaw? Here's the chance to put your archery skills to the test, at the home of Robin Hood!Reach the Core Historic will be providing traditional English Archery. Archery costs £4 for 6 arrows, led with one-to-one instruction from our experts. Can you ring the bell by […]
The Bramley Apple Festival is back for 2021!Enjoy The Food and Drink Festival at Southwell Minster with its many stalls, cookery demonstrations and children’s activities, suggested donation of £3 on entry. Discover our lovely shops with their special apple display windows. Call into Southwell Library where you’ll find children’s activities as part of the Big […]
Halloween is creeping closer and the dark nights are drawing in, so are you brave enough to lend a hand to create a spooky shelter within the forest? RSPB Sherwood […]
Join Steve for an all-day guided walk of Sherwood Forest and Budby South Forest where you can really to get to know two of the most beautiful habitats in Britain. The history of these nature reserves runs from the Ice Age to the present day and the best way to take in 11,500 years of […]