Nottinghamshire
Properties and events in Nottinghamshire
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A guided walk/talk around Newark's timber framed heritage
As well as spotting the less obvious, well-disguised timber-framed buildings, this walk, guided by local architect Bernard Martin, around the centre of Newark, will visit some of the timber-framed buildings.
Architecture Walk at the University of Nottingham
Join us for a guided walk around the historic houses and gardens on University Park.
Bagthorpe Gardens
Enjoy a guided walk through these interesting historical allotments created in the 1840s.
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.
Behind the Scenes at the Museum
A tour of the museum's store
Bennerley Viaduct - Guided Tour
Join the Friends of Bennerley Viaduct for a special guided walk of the iconic, 150 year old, Grade II* Listed Iron Giant. One of only two wrought iron viaducts remaining nationally, experience the monument and its beautiful natural surroundings.
Big Battlefield Walks Weekends - Civil War Newark and its 1644 battle
A walk around Civil War Newark, the Queen's Sconce and the battlefield at Newark.
Book Workshop
Join artist Rachel Scanlon at St Mary Magdalene for a relaxed session creating your own collaged book using simple techniques.
Books, Bonnets and Bathing in a Slipper
We all celebrate anniversaries to remember special moments in our everyday lives; in this anniversary year for Newark Town Hall, come and discover the everyday stories of Newark folk hidden in Books, Bonnets and a Bath in a Slipper!
Bramcote Old Church Tower
Bramcote Old Church Tower is a Grade II listed building in the heart of Bramcote Conservation area. The Tower is all that is left of a 13th century church, recently restored and renovated, thanks to a grant from National Lottery Heritage Fund.
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.
Courtroom Trial
Our trial re-enactments are one of the highlights of our paid museum ticket. For Heritage Open Day, we’re delighted to open one of our rarely seen spaces to the public – our beautiful Civil Courtroom – for a family-friendly mock trial.
CWGC Tours 2026 - East Retford Cemetery
Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a free tour of East Retford Cemetery, led by one of our experiences volunteer tour guides.
CWGC Tours 2026 - Mansfield (Nottingham Road) Cemetery
Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a free tour of Mansfield (Nottingham Road) Cemetery, led by one of our experienced volunteer tour guides.
Extraordinary impact of everyday education heroes
At Skills and Education Group, we have been making a social impact through education for over 100 years. Now you can view a specially curated archive that shows how our history connects to our present-day mission.
Family Day at Bromley House Library
Kids take over Bromley House Library! Free activities for children aged 4-12 and their grown-ups. Get hands on at our book conservation station, visit Narnia, and capture your portrait in our Photography Studio.
Flintham's Hidden Histories
The Flintham Museum looks at rural life through the eyes of a village shopkeeper. The 2026 shop window displays feature lost skills using unsold shop stock and advertising material. Visit the museum before enjoying a village walk.
Framework Knitters Museum: 'From Ruddington to Cromford' Book Talk
Based on her recently published book, 'From Ruddington to Cromford', writer Deborah Elliott presents this fascinating free talk about her framework knitting ancestors.
Gedling House - Explore the History of Gedling House and Kadampa Buddhism
Come and visit Gedling House a Grade II listed Georgian mansion, now a Buddhist meditation Centre. Enjoy our lovely building and grounds - we’ll have history talks, displays, meditation taster sessions, refreshments and stalls.
Green's Windmill and Science Centre
Join us for a special exhibition to celebrate Heritage Open Days. Learn more about famous mathematician George Green, view photos of the mill's restoration and read the many press cuttings.