There are a whole host of events taking place across the District of Newark and Sherwood. These are available below on our events calendar.
Join us for some egg-stra special fun at Rufford this Easter! Find all the eggs that our troublesome bunnies have hidden and receive a very special prize! Hop to it! £2.50 per trail sheet (can be purchased on the day from in front of the Abbey). Please remember to check the latest COVID-19 guidance before […]
If you’ve never tried Nordic walking before, where better to start than in Sherwood Forest? Every Tuesday during Nottinghamshire school term times, Tracy Hall of Sherwood Nordic Walking will lead a class combining wellness and technique with a gentle, sociable walk through the forest. Nordic walking is a fantastic full body workout, but it can […]
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 […]
RSPB Sherwood Forest are celebrating brilliant bees with a weekend of activities that will help us all to understand and appreciate this incredible insect.Nottinghamshire beekeepers will bee-witch you with information about their colonies, traders selling honey and wax related goods you won’t be able to help pollen in love with, and we’ll be buzzing with […]
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 […]
Bringing Rufford's rich history to life!Open daily from 10am to 4pm (last admission) Introducing our brand new innovative, historical attraction. Immerse yourself in a journey of discovery, where 800 years of Rufford's history is brought to life. You will walk through the interactive experience, encounter characters through the ages, hear stories from the past and […]
If you’ve never tried Nordic walking before, where better to start than in Sherwood Forest? Every Tuesday during Nottinghamshire school term times, Tracy Hall of Sherwood Nordic Walking will lead a class combining wellness and technique with a gentle, sociable walk through the forest. Nordic walking is a fantastic full body workout, but it can […]
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 […]
RSPB Sherwood Forest are championing the amazing hedgehog and encouraging people to do what they can to protect one of Britain’s most recognisable mammals.The plight of the hedgehog in Britain has been well-documented, and numbers have declined in many areas in recent years. Through a day of fun activities, games, nature walks and practical advice, […]
RSPB Sherwood Forest will be marking the 77th anniversary of VE Day with rousing performance from The Nottinghamshire Band of the Royal Engineers at the Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre.The ever-popular ladies of the Major Oak Pop Choir will also be performing, as will the Red Hot Band, through a brilliant partnership with the Inspire Music […]
Toss the duvet aside and join us for a special wildlife encounter.International Dawn Chorus Day is a fantastic opportunity to hear one of nature’s greatest ensembles. We’ll be talking a steady walk guided by expert staff and volunteers, picking out early bird calls and identifying as we go. See the sun rise, enjoy the morning’s peaceful […]
If you’ve never tried Nordic walking before, where better to start than in Sherwood Forest? Every Tuesday during Nottinghamshire school term times, Tracy Hall of Sherwood Nordic Walking will lead a class combining wellness and technique with a gentle, sociable walk through the forest. Nordic walking is a fantastic full body workout, but it can […]
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 […]
Tony Christie is a legendary English singer and International hit maker. He has recorded million selling albums and singles, performed in the world’s best-known arenas and major festivals including Glastonbury and has found fame all around the world in a career that spans five decades. This exciting new tour sees Tony perform all of his […]
The Nottinghamshire County Show will celebrate the best of Nottinghamshire and this year we are taking the show back to its agricultural roots within the rural community of the Midlands, celebrating everything from livestock, equine, countryside competitions with trade stands, local food producers and craft stalls. The show provides a great platform for local and […]
John Rutter, Feel the Spirit Will Todd, Mass in Blue An acclaimed cycle of spirituals and an uplifting fusion of sacred choral music and jazz with the Will Todd Trio Tickets from the Cathedral Shop 01636 812933 Prices from £10 to £20 Venue: Southwell Minster Date Sat 14th May 2022 7.30pm Please remember to check […]
If you’ve never tried Nordic walking before, where better to start than in Sherwood Forest? Every Tuesday during Nottinghamshire school term times, Tracy Hall of Sherwood Nordic Walking will lead a class combining wellness and technique with a gentle, sociable walk through the forest. Nordic walking is a fantastic full body workout, but it can […]
My Iris is an intense and thrilling band, gaining reviews such as “…an awesome foursome…impeccable playing” from The Guardian. Lauded for her imaginative approach to improvisation and composition, saxophonist Trish Clowes provides her bandmates with a unique platform for individual expression. Expect driving grooves and lingering melodic lines, seamlessly morphing between earthy restlessness and futuristic […]
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 […]
Perhaps most composers have written Masses, but you'd struggle to find two settings as contrasting as these. Also on the programme will be Fauré’s sublime Cantique de Jean Racine and a selection of short organ pieces by French composers. Programme: Langlais: Messe Solennelle Fauré: Cantique de Jean Racine Dvořák: Mass in D French organ music […]
We all know Robin Hood lives amongst these trees, don’t we? There is one man who wishes he didn’t…Join the Sheriff of Nottingham on this family-friendly walk around Sherwood Forest as you unravel the legend of who Robin Hood is, and may have been. The Sheriff will also share intriguing stories of medieval life but […]
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 products made by local vendors. The markets run from 10am until 4pm and are free to enter! Car parking charges apply. Please remember to check […]
If you know very little about nature, this walk is the perfect starting point for enhancing your knowledge and appreciation of Sherwood and nature in general! Ancient Oak woodlands are one of the most fascinating habitats in Britain, sporting unrivalled levels of biodiversity and natural beauty. Sherwood Forest has existed for 11500 years and is […]
If you’ve never tried Nordic walking before, where better to start than in Sherwood Forest? Every Tuesday during Nottinghamshire school term times, Tracy Hall of Sherwood Nordic Walking will lead a class combining wellness and technique with a gentle, sociable walk through the forest. Nordic walking is a fantastic full body workout, but it can […]
Beer Festivals are back after a hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic and from the 26th to 28th May 2022 the Newark Beer & Cider Festival returns to the ‘Tent by the Trent’ situated in Riverside Park. It’s a fantastic location with views of Newark Castle and the River Trent. The three-day event, proudly celebrating its 25th […]
2021 Strictly Come Dancing Champion, Giovanni Pernice, returns with his highly anticipated hit show THIS IS ME! The showman is once again set to light up the stage, along with his cast of professional dancers, for another fabulous year of touring. With the Italian’s natural charm, combined with beautiful choreography perfectly complemented by a fabulous […]
Rufford Abbey need your help to find Mrs Queen before her Platinum Jubilee celebrations start! She missing in action, where can she be? Has she taken the Corgis for a walk? Has she nipped to the Tower of London to admire the crown jewels? Has she gate crashed another tea party? Please help Rufford Abbey […]
Introducing our Year of Play! During each school break this year, we're inviting you to make the museum yours for the holidays! Play, explore and enjoy with family and friends. There'll be lots of great extra ways to have fun around the museum, both for children and the young at heart, from games, to costume […]
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 […]
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 […]
Brian Acton is a songwriter and storyteller and has a story he would like to tell…The story is called ‘A New Leaf’ and has an environmental message, told in a child friendly manner with a mixture of prose, poetry and songs. Audience participation required and there will be activities to do. The walk will be […]
The National Holocaust Centre and Museum are delighted to be hosting an immersive, innovative show from award winning puppetry and visual theatre company, Smoking Apples, on Tuesday 31st May and Wednesday 1st June. Escaping on a Kindertransport train, one small Czech- Jewish girl embarks on a mighty adventure. Crossing between the past and present, Babi travels across Europe; […]
Brian Acton is a songwriter and storyteller and has a story he would like to tell…The story is called ‘A New Leaf’ and has an environmental message, told in a child friendly manner with a mixture of prose, poetry and songs. Audience participation required and there will be activities to do. The walk will be […]
The National Holocaust Centre and Museum are delighted to be hosting an immersive, innovative show from award winning puppetry and visual theatre company, Smoking Apples, on Tuesday 31st May and Wednesday 1st June. Escaping on a Kindertransport train, one small Czech- Jewish girl embarks on a mighty adventure. Crossing between the past and present, Babi travels across Europe; […]
Come and meet some of the animals from White Post Farm! The team will be bringing a selection of animals to meet you. From fluffy to scaly, the animals are all very friendly and excited to make some new friends. Don't forget to quiz the team and ask any questions you'd like about the animals […]
But dare you enter the deep forests of Rufford Abbey Country Park, Nottinghamshire where bears, snakes and tigers roam? Don't worry, they are all friendly and tend to breakout into the odd show tune! Copper Entertainment's adaptation of the Rudyard Kipling classic will have you giggling at Baloo the bear, swinging with Kind Louie and […]
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 […]
Why not try your hand at archery in the home of the greatest bowman of them all – Robin Hood?The fantastic Sherwood Outlaws will be on hand to teach you the techniques you need to loose an arrow with the skill of Robin’s Merry band. It costs just £4 for six arrows and it is […]
A special collection of images featuring Southwell’s community both past and present will illuminate the front of Southwell Minster on Thursday 2 June at 9.45pm, thanks to funding by Arts Council England. The west front of Southwell Minster will become a canvas for digital artwork in a meaningful celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The […]
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 […]
Join RSPB Sherwood Forest storyteller, Jim, as he delights you with tales of the legendary Outlaw and his many escapades.This series of walks will encompass 3 aspects of the legend […]
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 […]
Join the National Civil War Centre - Newark Museum for Family Saturday as they fill the museum with fun for all ages! There’ll be fascinating family-friendly tours and spellbinding storytime […]
An exhibiton of Royal memorabilia collected over the years to be held on the lawn at the rear of the museum, with tea, coffee and cakes. Entry and refreshments free […]
Wellow Church Schoolroom will have its doors open on Saturday 4th June from 11am-5pm as part of The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Celebrations and of Wellow's Maypole Day Celebrations. Visitors are […]
£29.99 for two / £14.99 for extra people12 noon or 2:30pm To celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Rufford Abbey will be serving a traditional afternoon tea in our Victorian kitchen. For more information contact their team on 01623 677688. Jubilee Afternoon Tea Menu A selection of finger sandwiches Prime roasted ham & tomato Free range […]
Join Southwell Minster in the West Walk of the grounds for an open-to-all street party as part of nationwide celebrations celebrating the platinum jubilee of Her Majesty the Queen. Bring […]
Join RSPB Sherwood Forest storyteller, Jim, as he delights you with tales of the legendary Outlaw and his many escapades.This series of walks will encompass 3 aspects of the legend […]