Nottinghamshire

Nottinghamshire is a historic and culturally rich county in England's East Midlands, famed for Sherwood Forest, Robin Hood legends, historic towns, and vibrant urban centres with excellent transport connections.

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Honies Farm Barns- The Barley Store

This accommodation is a luxury barn conversion set on the ground floor with open plan living and surrounded by open fields, offering peaceful and rural surroundings with garden areas for outdoor enjoyment.

Honies Farm Barns - The Cartshed

The Cartshed is a luxury single-storey barn conversion in a rural hamlet presenting a tranquil and stylish countryside retreat with private garden and scenic surroundings.

3 miles from Flintham Hall

Flintham Hall is a Grade I listed historic Italianate mansion in Nottinghamshire, notable for its 19th-century architecture and a nationally admired large conservatory. While the hall itself is currently not open to the public, visitors can enjoy public footpaths through the park for good views of the property.

Near Budby South Forest

Budby South Forest is a large nature reserve showcasing medieval heathland and ancient woodland habitats rich in diverse birdlife, insects, and native wildlife, ideal for outdoor nature walks and wildlife observation.

2 miles from Belton House

Belton House is a Grade I listed English country house in Lincolnshire, surrounded by formal gardens and a deer park. It offers indoor attractions including historic rooms, exhibitions, and a restaurant in the restored stables, alongside outdoor experiences in its extensive gardens, parkland, and adventure playground for families.

2 miles from The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ trail

7–31 Oct (another 22 days)

Children follow a trail inspired by Eric Carle’s The Very Hungry Caterpillar™, spotting fruit and snacks, discovering facts, and taking part in games and activities in Belton’s Italian Garden.

Birchdale Lodges & Alpaca's - Humphrey-Basil Lodge

Humphrey-Basil Lodge is a detached lodge located in the peaceful countryside of Lincolnshire within 60 acres of natural grounds, offering a tranquil rural setting ideal for walking and cycling, with views of countryside and alpacas grazing, suitable for families and pets.

2 miles from Roche Abbey

Roche Abbey is a ruined Cistercian abbey in South Yorkshire with impressive Gothic ruins, set in a scenic valley featuring historical gardens landscaped by Capability Brown. The site is managed by English Heritage and offers a glimpse into medieval monastic life.

2 miles from Clawson Old Manor

Clawson Old Manor is an early historic house in Leicestershire known for its remarkably intact interiors, medieval features, and rich history including a fishpond and a unique slate roof. It offers guided tours with period costumes and tea.

Hallcroft Fishery

This static caravan at Hallcroft Fisheries in Retford offers a peaceful and scenic setting for up to six guests surrounded by nature, with a private hot tub and access to fishing lakes and outdoor activities nearby, along with an on-site bar for socializing.

Located in Retford

Retford is a charming historic market town in Nottinghamshire, England, known for its large Georgian market square, rich history, canal and river setting, and cultural heritage including museums and gardens. It offers visitors a picturesque town centre, historical landmarks, nature reserves, and a vibrant arts scene.

Grange House

Grange House is a spacious five-bedroom holiday home located in a secure gated enclave in Gamston, offering a family-focused and homely atmosphere with sociable living areas and a private garden, close to Nottingham's attractions and countryside activities.

2 miles from Holme Pierrepont Hall

Holme Pierrepont Hall is a historic Tudor house in Nottinghamshire, set in parkland with gardens and preserved medieval interiors. Visitors can explore both the indoor family home with original features and the outdoor gardens.

Honies Farm Barns - The Farm House

A luxurious 5-star holiday home situated in a rural setting near Newark, accommodating up to 10 guests with five bedrooms, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat with private hot tub, enclosed garden, and modern amenities.

2 miles from The Workhouse, Southwell

The Workhouse in Southwell, Nottinghamshire, is a well-preserved 19th-century workhouse museum operated by the National Trust, showcasing historic rooms and offering educational programs for children. It highlights historic poor law practices and Victorian-era workhouse life.

2 miles from Cheer Up Chuckaboo Trail

7–11 Oct, 14–16 Oct

Visitors follow a trail exploring the meanings of Victorian slang words and phrases from the 1800s. Trail sheets include a prize.

Pinecote

Pinecote is a spacious two-bedroom bungalow located in the peaceful village of Bottesford, offering a comfortable and well-designed layout with ground floor living and an enclosed garden in a countryside setting close to local amenities and transport links.

2 miles from Flying Horse Walk

Flying Horse Walk is a shopping arcade in the heart of Nottingham City Centre featuring independent fashion boutiques and a historic Grade II listed entrance facade. Visitors can enjoy an indoor shopping experience housed within an 18th-century Georgian building.

2 miles from Sherwood Forest

Sherwood Forest is a historic and ancient nature reserve famous for its thousand-year-old Major Oak, associated with Robin Hood. Visitors can enjoy both outdoor nature trails and guided walks, as well as indoor experiences at the visitor centre featuring a café, shop, and accessible facilities.

Redroofs Barn

A converted barn situated in rural Nottinghamshire near Sherwood Forest, offering a peaceful and cosy stay with countryside views, suitable for families or groups up to six guests, and featuring a private courtyard and contemporary furnishings.

3 miles from Grantham House

Grantham House is a historic town house built in 1380, owned by the National Trust, featuring architectural elements from several centuries and set within extensive gardens. Open daily as a community space with free entry, a café, and a second-hand bookshop, it offers visitors a blend of indoor and outdoor experiences with rich historical significance.

2 miles from Paint the Gardens

10 Oct, 24 Oct

Visitors can collect free art materials at the garden entrance and draw or paint their favourite spots in the gardens at Belton Estate.

Near Gainsborough Old Hall

Gainsborough Old Hall is a well-preserved Tudor manor house in Lincolnshire, showcasing medieval architecture, historic interiors including a medieval kitchen, and intriguing features like witches' marks and a reputed haunting. It is managed by English Heritage and open as a museum for visitors.

Near Have a Go Sessions: Knitting at Gainsborough Old Hall

10 Oct (this Saturday)

A free knitting session at Gainsborough Old Hall where craft volunteers help attendees learn the basics or build their knitting skills and confidence. Materials are provided.

Located in Gainsborough

Gainsborough is a historic market town in Lincolnshire, England known for its medieval Old Hall, riverside charm, historic churches, cultural venues, and river heritage.

2 miles from Goadby Marwood Hall

Goadby Marwood Hall is a Georgian country house with extensive gardens and lakes located near Melton Mowbray. The venue offers private guided tours showcasing the historic house and beautifully redesigned 18th-century style gardens. It is wheelchair accessible and pet friendly, but entry is not free and must be booked in advance.

Hidden Gem

This accommodation is a modern 2-bedroom home with comfortable living spaces, located near Sherwood Forest nature reserve, featuring a unique Balearic cocktail bar garden with a built-in cinema screen and movie projector, set within an enclosed garden space with outdoor amenities and private parking.

2 miles from Rufford Abbey

Rufford Abbey is a historic country estate in Nottinghamshire featuring remains of a former Cistercian abbey, set within a 150-acre country park and local nature reserve offering outdoor exploration and indoor historic ruins to visitors along with visitor amenities including cafés and shops.

Located in Newark-on-Trent

Newark-on-Trent is a historic market town in Nottinghamshire with a picturesque town centre featuring historic buildings including Newark Castle and St Mary Magdalene Church, renowned for its Civil War heritage and vibrant cultural scene including museums, theatre, and music.

Near Bolsover Castle

Bolsover Castle is a historic 17th-century castle built on medieval ruins in Bolsover, Derbyshire. Visitors experience both indoor historic rooms and outdoor gardens and earthworks. The castle features notable architecture by Robert Smythson, rich history including royal events, and is maintained by English Heritage as a popular tourist site.

Located in Bolsover

Bolsover is a historic market town in Derbyshire known for its castle, model village, and connections to coal mining history, offering cultural and walking experiences.

The Weighbridge

The accommodation is a quirky and peaceful ground floor retreat on the site of a former train station, suitable for two guests, featuring countryside views, an open-plan living area with a wood burner, and a private enclosed patio garden with views of grazing alpacas.

The Hall

The Hall is a countryside holiday retreat with nine bedrooms and six bathrooms, surrounded by nature and offering spacious grounds including a private tennis court and garden areas, designed to cater to large groups and families seeking a peaceful rural setting.

Sherwood Forest Lodges - Sherwood Forest Lodge 2

Sherwood Forest Lodge 2 is a smart, single-storey detached lodge located in Sherwood Pines area near historical Robin Hood sites, ideal for nature immersion and countryside walks, with proximity to local attractions like Go Ape and Rufford Abbey.

2 miles from Whatton House Gardens

Whatton House Gardens is a 15 acre garden showcasing vibrant flowers, ornamental trees, woodland paths, and an old fashioned rose garden with views. It offers accessible parking, mostly wheelchair accessible paths, and an outdoor café area. Admission is charged but free for Historic Houses members.

Estfeld Lodge

This recently refurbished holiday let in the historic village of Tickhill offers a homely and stylish retreat with modern amenities, suitable for families or groups, featuring a private garden and peaceful village surroundings with access to countryside walks and local attractions.

Located in Tickhill

Tickhill is a historic market town in South Yorkshire featuring notable medieval architecture including Tickhill Castle and St Mary's Church, with a rich history from Norman times to the present.

Gables Retreats - The Retreat

The Retreat is a detached, luxury holiday home set in a peaceful countryside village, featuring a galleried bedroom and enclosed garden with outdoor seating, ideal for a family or small group seeking a rural retreat.

2 miles from Langford Lowfields

Langford Lowfields is a nature reserve in Nottinghamshire transformed from a quarry into a thriving wetland habitat, featuring the largest reedbed in the East Midlands. Visitors can enjoy extensive outdoor nature trails, birdwatching including rare species like Bitterns and Marsh Harriers, and a visitor welcome hut. The reserve focuses on wildlife conservation and offers scenic viewpoints and picnic areas for visitors.

2 miles from Beckingham Marshes

Beckingham Marshes is a nature reserve featuring wet grassland and hay meadows supporting breeding wading birds, diverse wildlife, and native hedgerows in the Trent Valley. It offers outdoor walking trails and wildlife watching with free public access.

3 miles from Ghost Tours at Gainsborough Old Hall

11 Oct, 25 Oct…

Visitors join a guide for a tour of Gainsborough Old Hall featuring accounts of its reported ghostly happenings.