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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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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 […]

Traditional Vintage Fun Fair

Thoresby Park Newark, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Come on down to Thoresby Park and ride all the old-time favourites, whilst listening to the greatest rock & roll hits of the 50’s & 60’s or the marvellous pipe melodies of the Fairground organs! From the helter skelter and carousel to the classic hook a duck and candyfloss. There is something for everyone! Please […]

Half-Term Family Detective Trail

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

Pick up your nature detective kit and trail sheet from the visitor centre and head out on a safari! What will you find in the forest?£ 2.50 per trail No booking required. Please note that all activities can be purchased by card payment only. When visiting Sherwood, please observe social distancing and the rule of […]

Spring bird explorer walk

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

Join Conservation Officer, Carl, on a leisurely stroll as you look and listen for spring birds at Sherwood Forest. He will point out all of the resident birds of the […]

Wild Family Walk

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

Are you ready for a Wild Challenge? Join RSPB Sherwood Forest on a tour through the magical ancient oak forest of Sherwood and get hands-on with nature. What fascinating things […]

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 […]

Tales from the Greenwood

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

Where better to hear the stories of Robin Hood than beneath Sherwood’s mighty oaks? Step into the fabled Greenwood with story teller Jim Munro to enter a world of outlaws […]

Palace at the Castle: Alice in Wonderland

Newark Castle Castlegate, Newark, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Join the Palace Theatre team in the stunning grounds of Newark Castle this summer for Alice in Wonderland.

Tales from the Greenwood

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

Where better to hear the stories of Robin Hood than beneath Sherwood’s mighty oaks? Step into the fabled Greenwood with story teller Jim Munro to enter a world of outlaws and exiles, sharing wonderful tales from the past that will delight and entertain in equal measure. This storytelling walk will take you on a journey […]

Nightjar Walk

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

Tonight we go in search of the mystical Nightjar also known in folk law as ‘the goat sucker’. Prepare to be amazed at the sound of a male bird ‘churring’ at dusk and with a bit of luck you will be treated to the sight of him displaying and defending his territory. Event details: Please […]