There are a whole host of events taking place across the District of Newark and Sherwood. These are available below on our events calendar.
Acclaimed photographer Peter Marlow (1952-2016) was commissioned in 2008 by Royal Mail to photograph six Anglican Cathedrals to mark the 300th anniversary of St Paul’s Cathedral for a collection of commemorative stamps. So enticed by the beauty of the Cathedrals, he decided to shoot all 42. He chose to photograph each one in the same […]
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 […]
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 work (thanks to a £2.2m National Lottery Heritage Funded project) and reopened in the second half of 2021. Booking is essential and tours are limited […]
IT’S BACK!The much-loved Robin Hood Festival is taking place this summer at Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve over seven weekends from 16th July to 29th August. As well as offering the ever-popular all-action medieval jousting displays, they're set to be invaded by Vikings too! There will be historical re-enactments from across the Middle Ages, and […]
Take a Saturday tour of Southwell Minster with one of their friendly and knowledgeable guides and explore 1,000 years of history. This fully accessible tour will take in all areas of the Minster, including our glorious Chapter House which has undergone significant conservation work (thanks to a £2.2m National Lottery Heritage Funded project) and reopened […]
In Robin Hood’s day, your skill with a bow and arrow could mean the difference between freedom and being cast into the Sheriff of Nottingham’s dungeon.Today, you can find out what it takes to develop the accuracy and power to loose an arrow and hit your target. These brilliant quickfire have-a-go archery sessions take place […]
Oh I do like to be beside the seaside! This summer visit a beach like no other in the heart of Newark town centre! The large beach area will be […]
A fantastic opportunity to climb the famous tower of St Mary Magdalene and gain the best views of Newark. (This is ideally a fair weather activity) Saturday Tower Tours are back! First come, first served. Please turn up at the west end of church 10 minutes before to register. (weather permitting, children must be 8 […]
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) Fortnightly from 2nd April Discover Newark’s crucial role in the English Civil Wars and explore some of the town’s highlights. Newark Through Time Fortnightly from […]
After last year's sell-out show, Tina's Ultimate Rock Show is returning to The Palace Gardens at Southwell Minster on Saturday 6 August 2022 and it's bigger and better than ever!!!So bring your bandana and let us take you on a magical rock n’ roll journey with classic hits featuring Guns ‘n Roses, Bon Jovi, The […]