Visit Newark & Sherwood

12/06/2024

Are you ready to join Newark Creates at their free Streets Ahead event on Sunday? Newark Creates have got the best in street theatre & outdoor arts, as well as circus workshops for beginners! Here’s a quick look at the times and details!

🦛 HIPPOS – 11am & 1pm
🏆 De Cuyper VS De Cuyper – 11:30am & 2pm
🎪 Circus Starlight drop-in circus skills workshop – 12:30 pm until 2:30pm
🎵 Alex Jones performing – 12.30pm
🎵 Adam Schofield performing – 1:30pm
🎲🚗📚🧩 Arts & crafts, sports, kit car displays, book and jigsaw swaps, and more – all day!

Why not make the most of your day out and celebrate Fathers Day by visiting one of Newark’s lovely cafés to soak up the atmosphere?

13/05/2024

Some exciting news about the Newark Castle Gatehouse project below!

Thank you The National Lottery Heritage Fund for your support and to players!

19/04/2024

A brand new exhibition has opened today at the National Civil War Centre - Newark Museum. Find out more below. ⬇️

05/03/2024

🎭 Do you fancy a night out at the theatre? Have you checked out what's on at the Palace Theatre Newark?

Whether you want to spend the evening laughing with your favourite comedian, singing along to a musical or enjoying some family fun entertainment the Palace Theatre Newark has something for everyone!

For more info and to book your tickets ➡️ https://www.palacenewark.com/

01/03/2024

Heading our way this weekend? While you are here, why not stop for a bite to eat? With lots of lovely tearooms, charming pubs and top quality restaurants you are guaranteed a yummy meal!

➡️ https://visitnewark.co.uk/eat-drink/

➡️ https://visitsouthwell.co.uk/eat-drink/

➡️ https://visitsherwoodforest.co.uk/eat-drink/

28/02/2024

The Workhouse and Infirmary is open for you to explore!

Through exhibitions and brilliant storytellers, the National Trust bring to life the real stories of those who once lived and worked in the Workhouse.

The Workhouse is open 10:30am - 4pm Wednesdays to Sundays.

➡️ https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/the-workhouse-southwell

26/02/2024

Have you discovered Southwell Minster yet?

With it's twin pepperpot towers, beautiful stained glass windows and newly restored Chapter House which is home to the stunning Leaves of the Southwell carvings, it's the perfect place to spend a couple of hours!

Why not pop in and explore?

Find out more ➡️ https://visitsouthwell.co.uk/p/southwell-minster/

21/02/2024

🌸 Take some time for yourself and enjoy a wander around the beautiful parkland of Rufford Abbey Country Park.

Perfect if you need some time outside, enjoying the fresh air! Walk around the beautiful lake and gardens, exploring the native woodlands, before having a bite to eat at their lovely cafes and restaurant.

➡️ https://visitsherwoodforest.co.uk/p/rufford-abbey-country-park/

19/02/2024

✈️ Have you explored Newark Air Museum yet?

If you haven't, we seriously think you should make it a priority! With brilliant aircraft and cockpit sections and fascinating exhibitions it's the perfect place to spend a couple of hours immersed in the history of aviation!

For more info ➡️ https://visitnewark.co.uk/portfolio-items/air-museum/

12/02/2024

🌳 There's something very special and magical about Sherwood Forest at this time of year! Explore the stunning forest canopy for yourself with one of the RSPB's walks and trails.

Developed to suit all interests and energy levels these trails are the perfect introduction to the legendary Sherwood Forest!

➡️ https://visitsherwoodforest.co.uk/get-active/

05/02/2024

Our lovely Palace Theatre Newark is refreshing their digs list for their panto casts! If you have somewhere they can stay please get in touch with the theatre, more info below 👇🏻

Have you got a spare room or accommodation in Newark?

We're refreshing our digs list, places where our performers for shows like panto can stay while they're here. If you have somewhere appropriate, please get in touch on [email protected] so we can include you on the list. Thank you!

25/01/2024

31/12/2023

🥂 Visit Newark & Sherwood would like to wish everyone the very best for the New Year. It has been a joy to welcome you all back to our beautiful part of the country this year and we look forward to seeing you again, in 2024, soon!

29/12/2023

🎄 Don't want to let go of the Christmas spirit? You can still enjoy Rufford Abbey's Elf Hunt Christmas Trail!

Embark on a festive adventure and join Rufford Abbey on a quest to find Santa's mischievous elves!

£2.50 per child | Available every day until 7 January

➡️ https://visitevents.co.uk/event/elf-hunt-christmas-trail-at-rufford-abbey/

27/12/2023

🌳 Those days between Christmas and New Year are strange aren't they? Why not blow away the cobwebs and enjoy a walk in Sherwood Forest

Home to the 1000 year old Major Oak and the legend of Robin Hood, explore 450 acres of unique ancient woodland which is now managed by the RSPB.

➡️ https://www.visitsherwood.co.uk/things-to-do/walks-and-trails/

25/12/2023

🎅 From everyone at Visit Newark & Sherwood, we wish you a very Merry Christmas. We hope you have a lovely day!

23/12/2023

☃️ Anyone else dreaming of a White Christmas?

This beautiful photo of Newark Castle was taken a couple of years ago when it snowed in Newark!

20/12/2023

⛄ There's only a few days left until the big day! Are you looking for something festive to do with the family? Don't worry we've got you covered. How about...

🧚 Elf Hunt Christmas trail at Rufford Abbey
🎅 Newark Santa's Grotto
🎄 Carols around the Christmas tree at St Leonards

Use our events calendar to plan your fun-filled festive week in Newark and Sherwood!

➡️ https://whatson.visitnewark.co.uk/events/

13/12/2023

⛄ Looking for something festive to do this weekend? Don't worry we've got you covered. How about...

🎄 Southwell Music Festival: Festive Family Carols
🎅 Newark Santa's Grotto
🐶 Rufford Abbey's Santa Paws Grotto

Use our events calendar to plan your fun-filled weekend in Newark and Sherwood!

➡️ https://whatson.visitnewark.co.uk/events/

11/12/2023

🛍️🎄 Do you still have some Christmas shopping to do?

Pop into one of our lovely town centres and explore our wonderful independent shops. We guarantee that you'll be able to find that unique present for someone special!

Thank you for supporting our independent retailers this festive season.

Visit Newark ➡️ https://visitnewark.co.uk/
Visit Southwell ➡️ https://visitsouthwell.co.uk/
Visit Sherwood Forest ➡️ https://visitsherwoodforest.co.uk/

06/12/2023

⛄ Looking for something festive to do this weekend? Don't worry we've got you covered. How about...

🎄 Newark Traditional and Steampunk Xmas Market
🎅 Newark Santa's Grotto
❄️ Beaumond House Winter Wonderland

Use our events calendar to plan your fun-filled weekend in Newark and Sherwood!

➡️ https://whatson.visitnewark.co.uk/events/

02/12/2023

🎄 One of the most enchanting highlights of Newark’s Christmas calendar, the St Mary Magdalene Church Christmas Tree Festival is back!

Marvel at trees festooned with imaginative decorations by local schools, charities, organisations and businesses as they adorn the aisles of the magnificent Newark Parish Church.

On until 10 December | St Mary Magdalene Church

➡️ https://visitevents.co.uk/event/christmas-tree-festival-2023/

24/11/2023

✨ If you're in the area make sure you head to Newark town centre this weekend to celebrate the festive season with the Christmas Lights Switch On!

Join the Christmas celebrations with this FREE event that kicks off the festive season with fun activities, music performers, foodie trucks leading to the switch-on of the UK’s largest, free standing canopy of Christmas lights and a dazzling firework display

➡️ https://visitevents.co.uk/event/newark-christmas-lights-switch-on-2/

17/11/2023

🚶🚴‍♀️ Fancy an adventurous day out?

This weekend, why not head to Sherwood Pines for a fun day out with the family, exploring the forest either by foot, bike or via the tree tops!

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Visit Sherwood Forest | Sherwood Pines Forest Park and Go Ape!

13/11/2023

🛍️🎄 Have you begun your Xmas shopping yet?

Pop into one of our lovely town centres and explore our wonderful independent shops. We guarantee that you'll be able to find that unique present for someone special!

Visit Newark ➡️ https://visitnewark.co.uk/
Visit Southwell ➡️ https://visitsouthwell.co.uk/
Visit Sherwood Forest ➡️ https://visitsherwoodforest.co.uk/

10/11/2023

🍂 Enjoy this cooler, fresh but still sunny weather with a wander around Sconce and Devon Park!

The park is bursting with nature, beautiful woodland walks, a wildlife pond and even boasts a wonderful children's play area, the Rumbles cafe and one of the last surviving Civil War earthworks, the remarkable Queen’s Sconce!

➡️ https://visitnewark.co.uk/p/sconce-and-devon-park/

06/11/2023

🌳 Whilst it's not ✨officially✨ winter yet, it's starting to get chilly, isn't it? This November, we really recommend wrapping up warm and heading over to Sherwood Forest to enjoy one of their lovely trails!

Home to the 1000 year old Major Oak and the legend of Robin Hood, explore 450 acres of unique ancient woodland which is now managed by the RSPB.

➡️ https://www.visitsherwood.co.uk/things-to-do/walks-and-trails/

03/11/2023

🛍️✨ Now that we are in November, are you looking for beautiful, unique gifts to give your loved ones this festive season?

Why not have a look around our amazing independent shops? They offer a wide variety of products, from clothing, to homeware and even baking supplies and you are guaranteed to find something special for someone special!

➡️ visitnewark.co.uk
➡️ visitsouthwell.co.uk
➡️ visitsherwoodforest.co.uk

01/11/2023

✨ It's the 1 November which means Bonfire Night is just around this corner!

This weekend celebrate at Rufford Abbey with their Bonfire Night Offer as part of their Spectacle of Light! Enjoy a night of stunning lights, story telling and magic! More information below 👇