There are a whole host of events taking place across the District of Newark and Sherwood. These are available below on our events calendar.
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 for under 10s every hour as well as the chance to get creative with a drop-in art activity to enjoy together in the Tudor Hall. […]
Test your archery skills in the home of Robin Hood with RSPB Sherwood Forest's Pay and Play archery sessions.These sessions, run by the Notts Outdoors Education team, will teach you some of the techniques that the Merry Men used to keep the Sheriff of Nottingham and his troops at bay! No need to book. Suitable […]
Sip your way through the centuries at our Time Travelling Teas! Join the Nineteen20 Cafe for a gastronomic guide to the history of teatime, trying out the tastes of times gone by with expert guest speakers who’ll talk you through the foodie fashions of the past. Make sure to book your place as they’re sure […]
We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So it’s time to prepare yourselves for Terrible Tudors live on stage! From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry's headless wives and […]
Easter Eggstravaganza by G&D Talent Management! Visit Thoresby for a fun-filled Easter event! Take a picture with Alice and The Mad Hatter, join in with some singing and dancing, play some Easter games AND meet the Easter Bunny and see what Easter surprises you can find! Children AND adults are recommended to come in fancy […]
Join artist Clare Taylor to create unique decorative ‘mini-me’ clay faces inspired by the stunning ‘Leaves of Southwell’ carvings of plants, animals and green men. Suitable for children aged 5+ (children must be accompanied by an adult). Tickets £2.50 per child. Booking is essential, please purchase tickets on the Southwell Minster website. There are two […]
Join us for some free crafts or take part in an exciting self-led trail and see what you can discover. This activity is free but donations are warmly welcomed. Follow this link to donate online. The weather is usually lovely in Southwell but we may have to opt for an indoor option if there is bad […]
Join William De Tankerville, The Sheriff of Nottingham’s Master at Arms, as he takes you on a tour of the majestic Greenwood, sharing stories of medieval life and the villainous […]
Join RSPB Sherwood Forest for an evening of talks, demonstrations and exhibits about the night sky by the incredibly knowledgeable team from Mansfield and Sutton Astronomical Society. You’ll have a fascinating time whatever the weather with the help of these experienced and passionate astronomers. There will be tea and coffee available free of charge during the […]
Craft and Artisan Food Markets are a Thoresby Park staple! Taking place several times throughout the year, our markets are full of tasty treats, handmade gifts and many other amazing products made by local vendors. The markets run from 10am until 4pm and are free to enter! Car parking charges apply. Please remember to check […]