There are a whole host of events taking place across the District of Newark and Sherwood. These are available below on our events calendar.
If you’re looking for things to do, why not join us at Southwell racecourse for an evening at the races? Some of the best trainers and jockeys will be heading to this friendly corner of Nottinghamshire for an action-packed jump racing card – and you could be here too to savour the sights and sounds […]
Did you know that Sherwood Forest is a haven not just for outlaws, but for woodpeckers too? Join wildlife expert Margaret on a guided walk designed to reveal more about […]
The Shire Horse Society is coming to town with their big friendly giants. Get up close and personal with a Shire horse and learn all about these magnificent animals in Newark market place. They won't be hard to spot given the sheer size of the horses! This is a free event held at Newark Royal […]
Join us for a fascinating talk by author, presenter and clothes historian, Lucy Adlington. Lucy will be talking about her book, her research and the ways in which friendship and resilience triumph even in the darkest of places. Her best selling book 'The Dressmakers of Auschwitz' is the extraordinary true story of Jewish prisoners who […]
Where else can you meet the Bride of Frankenstein, The Man-Eating Caterpillar and Medusa in one place? Get acquainted with the world famous ancient oaks of Sherwood Forest with a […]
If you’re looking for things to do, why not join us at Southwell racecourse for a day at the races? Some of the best trainers and jockeys will be heading to this friendly corner of Nottinghamshire for an action-packed jump racing card – and you could be here too to savour the sights and sounds […]
Racing under the lights! Southwell racecourse is the home of regular horse racing fixtures – and nothing beats a day at the races in this friendly corner of Nottinghamshire. Join us for an action-packed card of all weather racing and enjoy the thrilling sights and sounds of live horse racing under the floodlights.
Thursday afternoon at Southwell racecourse is a great way to see in Friday or the long weekend! Join us for an action-packed card of all weather racing and enjoy the […]
Join a celebration of International Women’s Day at Sherwood Forest with a focus on the role of women in the forest’s past, present and future. Dr Louise Gentle from Nottingham Trent University will be here for a discussion and Q&A with Chloe Ryder, Site Manager for Sherwood Forest and Budby South Forest, about their work […]
The Shire Horse Society is coming to Newark Show Ground from 11th - 12th March 2023. The outdoor event is a spectacular weekend of family fun and includes the National […]
Why not spend some time with Lady Marian, one of the most inspirational female characters in worldwide folklore, as Sherwood Forest celebrates International Women’s Day? The legendary love story of Marian and Robin Hood has entranced people from around the world for hundreds of years. The tales tell that she sought Robin in Sherwood, dressed […]
The Shire Horse Society is coming to Newark Show Ground from 11th - 12th March 2023. The outdoor event is a spectacular weekend of family fun and includes the National […]
Join us for a celebration of written art, through the mediums of poetry and animation, inspired by the emotive testimony of Holocaust Survivors. On Sunday 12th March we come together […]
Holocaust Survivor Arek Hersh MBE will be offering his testimony in person. At age 11 Arek was taken by Nazis to a small church in his hometown of Sieradz along […]
Fancy an evening of racing in Southwell? Join us for an evening of all-weather racing where some of the best trainers and jockeys are sure to be in attendance. Cheltenham Festival races on the big screen... We will be opening our gates at 1pm to show the Cheltenham Festival races which start at 1.30pm. Both […]
The Newark Vegan and Ethical Market is back for March 2023. From hot foodie trucks to delicious cakes and ethical produce, discover a range of stalls at Newark Royal Market. Visiting for lunch? Be sure to get in early as the foodies sold out in record time last year! This event is produced in conjunction […]
Join William De Tankerville, The Sheriff of Nottingham’s Master at Arms, as he leads a tour of the majestic Greenwood, sharing stories of medieval life and the villainous Robin Hood. William has become very familiar with Sherwood while on his eternal quest to track down the cunning outlaw and knows the most beautiful pathways… and […]
Come to Sherwood Forest for an unforgettable night under the stars! This stargazing event is an opportunity to appreciate the beauty of the night sky and learn about the wonders […]
Celebrate the budding joys of a new Spring as you venture out into Sherwood Forest. It’s the season that brings us all out - plant, animal and human – blinking […]
Picture the scene. You’ve taken your beloved mum for a wonderful Mothers Day out in the countryside. There’s delicious fluffy scones, layered perfectly with jam and clotted cream, and she […]
Set out on a journey back through time with Eleanor of Aquitaine, one of the most powerful and influential women in Medieval history. This guided history walk will take you through Sherwood Forest, exploring the life and legacy of this legendary queen,. Eleanor was also the mother of Richard the Lionheart, whose reign sets the […]
Southwell racecourse is the home of regular horse racing fixtures – and nothing beats a day at the races in this friendly corner of Nottinghamshire. Join us for an action-packed […]
Did you know that Sherwood Forest is a haven not just for outlaws, but for woodpeckers too? Join wildlife expert Margaret on a guided walk designed to reveal more about […]
The Centre is delighted to announce that Joan Salter MBE will be sharing her testimony on Sunday 26th March. The talk will begin at 1pm. ** Joan Salter was born […]
What a great way to round off your week a day at the races. Come to Southwell racecourse for an afternoon of action-packed all-weather horse racing. Take the chance to […]
Led by award-winning photographer Alex Wilkinson, this photography workshop is perfect for wildlife and photography enthusiasts alike who want to get the most from their phone’s camera. In recent times, […]
The brilliant Medieval Fun Day is set to make a return at Newark Castle! The event will take place on Saturday 1st April from 10am to 4pm with crown and […]
Led by award-winning photographer Alex Wilkinson, this photography workshop is perfect for wildlife and photography enthusiasts alike who want to get the most from their phone’s camera. In recent times, […]