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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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Dead Monk Talking: The Death of Bad King John

Newark Castle Castlegate, Newark, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

This Halloween, enter the Castle's creepy undercroft to hear from the ghost of the monk who tried, and failed, to save the life of Bad King John. You'll then be able to explore the tower and get close to the very space where the King breathed his last breath on a dark, stormy night in […]

Southwell Minster Tour

Southwell Minster Church Street, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Take a 45-minute tour of Southwell Minster with one of our friendly and knowledgeable guides. The tour will also take in the newly reopened Chapter House which has been closed for over a year whilst undergoing significant conservation work (thanks to a £2.2m National Lottery Heritage Funded project). Booking is essential and tours are limited […]

Spectacle of Light

Rufford Abbey Country Park Ollerton, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

The Magical After-Dark Adventure for All the Family! 3rd to 20th November 2022 (Selected nights: 3rd - 6th Nov, 10th-13th Nov and 17th-20th Nov) Entry times from 5pm to 7:30pm (estimated walk time 60-75 minutes Ticket prices include VAT and booking fee. Additional car parking fee of £2.50 will be payable on arrival. Well-behaved dogs on […]

Christmas in the Courtyard

Rufford Abbey Country Park Ollerton, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Every Weekend from 30th October (to include Spectacle of Light and Halloween weekend) until 19th December (11.00am - 4.00pm Daily) Join Parkwood for a festive weekend at Rufford Abbey this December.  Running every weekend throughout the holiday season we will have a number of craft and gift stalls located in our twinkle lit courtyard.  You […]

Southwell Minster Winter Craft Fair

Southwell Minster Church Street, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

A mixture of returning favourites and new stallholders are all lined up for this year’s Winter Craft Fair at Southwell Minster. The event which was cancelled last year due to the pandemic, will return to its usual format on Saturday 6 November, from 10am – 4pm. There will be around 60 stalls selling a wide […]

Fireworks Extravaganza

Newark Showground Lincoln Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Newark Rugby Union Football Club presents their Firework Extravaganza 2021! Hosted at Newark Showground, in association with Newark Rugby Club. Come along for the ultimate firework experience! An incredible fireworks […]

£25

Southwell Minster Tour

Southwell Minster Church Street, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Take a 45-minute tour of Southwell Minster with one of our friendly and knowledgeable guides. The tour will also take in the newly reopened Chapter House which has been closed […]

Christmas in the Courtyard

Rufford Abbey Country Park Ollerton, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Every Weekend from 30th October (to include Spectacle of Light and Halloween weekend) until 19th December (11.00am - 4.00pm Daily) Join Parkwood for a festive weekend at Rufford Abbey this […]

Dine with Santa

Rufford Abbey Country Park Ollerton, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Dates: Every weekend 13th November - 19th December and everyday 20th - 24th December Cost:  £18.95 for 1 adult and 1 child and £9.50 for additional guests For an extra […]

Southwell Minster Tour

Southwell Minster Church Street, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Take a 45-minute tour of Southwell Minster with one of our friendly and knowledgeable guides. The tour will also take in the newly reopened Chapter House which has been closed for over a year whilst undergoing significant conservation work (thanks to a £2.2m National Lottery Heritage Funded project). Booking is essential and tours are limited […]