There are a whole host of events taking place across the District of Newark and Sherwood. These are available below on our events calendar.
Discover more about the CWGC and those they commemorate. You will learn about the history of the Commonwealth War Graves Commission and about the heroic actions and self-sacrifice of some of our casualties buried in the cemetery. Newark Cemetery was constructed in 1856 both as a final resting place for the dead and as a […]
Guided tours of our Guitar, Piano, Violin and Woodwind workshops at Newark College, the home of Musical Instrument Crafts. Newark College's Musical Instrument Craft degree courses offer expert training and education to become makers, repairers and restorers of Guitars, Pianos, Violins and Woodwind instruments all over the world. Guided tours of the workshops will take […]
Tying in with this year’s HOD theme of Astounding Inventions, enjoy a sensational science show for all the family, discovering weird and wonderful inventions from history. Get hands on with fun activities and enjoy performances and stories from the castle’s history Bring a picnic and join in the fun!
When you look at the historic buildings around Newark you may wonder how they are kept looking like they did in the past. This is your chance to find out, […]
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) […]
See a historic railway signal box and try your hand on the levers. Learn what a signal box is for, and what the signalman did. There will also be a […]
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 […]
Kevin Winter will lead a Civil War tour of Newark. Explore some of the places that were at the heart of key events, ending at the Queens Sconce. The tour […]
See a historic railway signal box and try your hand on the levers. Learn what a signal box is for, and what the signalman did. There will also be a […]
Take a 45-minute tour of Southwell Minster with one of our friendly and knowledgeable guides. The tour will also take in our glorious Chapter House which has undergone significant conservation […]