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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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Stone Valley Festival

Thoresby Park Newark, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

The finest mix of Mod, Ska, Punk, Indie, Northern Soul, 60s, Soul, New Wave, and much more, is coming to Thoresby Park, Nottinghamshire, on the Bank Holiday Weekend of 27-29 Aug 2021, with the first Stone Valley Festival Midlands and it’s going be a brilliant weekend. If you love great live music from a host […]

Have-a-go Archery

RSPB Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre Sherwood Forest NNR, Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

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 […]

Newark Air Museum Cockpit-Fest 21

Newark Air Museum Drove Lane, Winthorpe, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Opening Times: (Saturday): 0900 – 1700 hours (last admission 1600 hours); (Sunday): 1000 – 1700 hours (last admission 1600 hours); (Monday): 1000 – 1700 hours (last admission 1600 hours); The event organisers suggest that you arrive early on Sunday & Monday as some exhibitors may start to pack up at around 1430 hours Admission: Adults […]

The Story of Sherwood – Guided Walk

RSPB Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre Sherwood Forest NNR, Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

This legendary forest has many tales to tell. Learn how Sherwood has been shaped over thousands of years by natural and human forces to become the iconic place we know today. From its ancient trees and the wildlife that lives amongst them, to its deep history and stories of fabled characters - join our knowledgeable […]

Palace at the Castle: Pride and Prejudice

Newark Castle Castlegate, Newark, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Join the Palace Theatre team in the stunning grounds of Newark Castle this summer for Pride and Prejudice

‘House of Houses’ – Leaves Conference

Southwell Minster Church Street, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Join an international team of expert speakers to explore a vast array of fascinating topics including: Medieval cross-slabs Masons’ marks The surviving medieval glass found in the Minster The challenges and recent discoveries from the restoration of the Chapter House. The day will provide the latest updates from the Chapter House by Cathedral Archaeologist, Prof. […]

Heritage Open Days 2021

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 – […]

In Search of the Green Man

Southwell Minster Church Street, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

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! […]

Edwinstowe Book Festival

Edwinstowe House Newark, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

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 […]

Dragon Boat Festival

Newark Riverside Park 22 Great North Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

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 […]