Bassetlaw
Properties and events in Bassetlaw
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
Bassetlaw Museum
Everyday histories- The Miners stories. Join us for the opening of the 'Black Dust, Bright Stories' exhibition, handle real mining artefacts and find out about the lives of the ponies who worked alongside the men.
Clumber Park
Clumber Park will offer free admission for all on 18 September 2026. Simply enjoy a stroll around the park or join our volunteers to learn more about the history of this magnificent ducal estate and the ordinary people who cared for it.
Grove Street Methodist Church
You are very welcome to Grove Street Methodist Church where you can take a look around this recently refurbished Grade II listed building which has many of its original features intact. Refreshments available.
Heritage talk: Exploring Old Occupations
Inspire Libraries have a variety of records to help you discover more about your ancestors' working lives. These include trade directories, local newspapers, census returns and more. Join one of our local history librarians to find out more.
Heritage talk: The Liquorice Gardens of Worksop
Did you know that Worksop was once famous for the growing of liquorice? Steve Williams from the Oasis Community Centre in Worksop will talk about the centre’s recent history project about Worksop’s Liquorice Gardens
Poverty, Persecution and Triumph
Discover a heart-rending story of an amazing man, Charles Wood.
Retford Arts Hub - Art Gallery Exhibition, History of the Hub, meet the artists and craft activities
Art Gallery Exhibition by local artists and artisans and supporting events throughout September.
Retford Heritage Day
Presentations throughout the day on the Almshouses movement and Retford's Sloswicke's Almshouse Charity est 1658 in particular. Visitors will be able to view the Churchgate site.
The Museum of the Horse: Guided tours
Discover a heart-rending story of an amazing man. Plus bookable guided tours.
The Society of Equestrian Artists Exhibition
Discover equestrian art in a new light and join us for the grand opening of the national exhibition of the Society of Equestrian Artists.
Tuxford Traditional Building Tour and Skills Demonstration Day
Tours of a rare Timber frame building and traditional conservation repairs and materials. A combined venture by Nottinghamshire Building Preservation Trust and the Walks of Life Museum in Tuxford.
Worksop Priory Church and Gatehouse Open Day
Our glorious 14th century Gatehouse, for years a place of welcome and hospitality along the King's Highway and place of pilgrimage and worship in its wayside shrine, will be open for you to visit.