Schools out and the summer holidays are here — there’s so much happening locally that we are sure you’ll find something to keep everyone entertained without having to travel very far! Don’t forget to visit our website during the summer too as we’ll keep adding new events to our calendar too and follow us on Twitter and Facebook for daily updates; @sherwoodlife and www.facebook.com/sherwoodlife.
Sunday 9th September
A Knight’s Trail
Rufford Abbey Country Park, Ollerton NG22 9DF
Embark on an epic walk around the Abbey ground with this medieval-themed walk. Locate all the knights’ shields, find the clues and gain a prize.
£1.00 plus normal parking fee
01623 821338
Friday 20th July to Sunday 12th August
10.00am to 4.30pm daily
Butterfly Trail
Thoresby Park
£1.00 per trail
Saturday 21st July to Sunday 9th September
Rufford on the Beach
Rufford Abbey Country Park, Ollerton NG22 9DF
Come and enjoy all the fun of the seaside at Rufford Abbey Country Park with our bespoke built beach. We will have regular children’s entertainment, from music and dance to traditional Punch and Judy shows. You will also see our Resident Donkeys on selected dates throughout the summer. Bring your bucket and spade, beach towel and sun hats and enjoy.
Free but normal parking charges apply
01623 821338
Monday 23rd July to Wednesday 5th September
Brickminster Centuries Trail
Southwell Minster
Find Lego models hiding in the Cathedral, telling its story from Saons and Romans to the present. No need to book.
Free
Thursday 26th July to Monday 3rd September
11.00am to 4.00pm daily
Summer of Sport
Clumber Park, S80 3AZ
Why not challenge friends and family to a shoot out on the archery range, or bring everyone together for a big volleyball, football or rounders match? Tennis, hockey, table tennis, cricket, skipping, games and much more on offer. Local sports providers will be making special guest appearances throughout the summer to give live demonstrations and have a go sessions.
There will always be plenty of free activities, however some activities do incur a small charge. Park admission fees also apply.
01909 511015
sportclumber@nationaltrust.org.uk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/clumber-park
Thursday 26th July to Monday 3rd September
Summer 50 Things To Do Before You Are 11-and-three-quarters
Clumber Park, S80 3AZ
Join one of the team for a fun led range of 50 Things at 11.00am and 2.00pm, or drop into the Discovery Centre throughout the day.
This event is free but normal admission fees apply.
01909 476592
clumberpark@nationaltrust.org.uk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/clumber-park
Thursday 26th July
10.30am to 11.30am (also on 7th, 13th and 29th August)
River Dipping
Thoresby Park
£3.00 per child
Monday 30th July
10.30am to 3.30pm
Family Fun Day
The Archbishop’s Palace, Southwell, NG25
Enjoy a day of the themed school holiday trail, along with crafts, games and activities for children and their carers. All welcome, no booking necessary.
Free
www.archbishopspalace
southwell.org.uk
Monday 30th July
11.00am to 4.00pm
Centuries Family Day
Southwell Minster
Join Robin Hood and friends for historical crafts, activities, music, stories, archery, refreshments and more.
Free
01636 817993
www.southwellminster.org.uk
Tuesday 31st July
10.00am to 12.00pm (also on 9th, 14th, 23rd, 28th August)
Mini Camp
Dukeries Leisure Centre, Boughton NG22 9JJ
A combination of structured sports, coaching and playground games for four to seven-year olds.
£3.00
01623 862469
Tuesday 31st July
10.30am to 11.30am
Build a Bug Hotel
Thoresby Park
£5.00 per child
Tuesday 31st July
1.00pm to 2.00pm and 2.00pm to 3.00pm (also on 14th August)
Go Karting
Dukeries Leisure Centre, Boughton NG22 9JJ
Learn to drive like a F1 driver and speed round the indoor/outdoor track. This activity is suitable for children aged four to 9.
£3.00
01623 862469
Wednesday 1st August
10.30am to 3.00pm (also Wednesdays 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th August)
Kid’s Crafts
Sherwood Forest Arts and Craft Centre, Edwinstowe, NG21 9RN
Drop in sessions. Have a go at lots of different crafts including sewing, painting and bath bomb making
Small charge payable
Wednesday 1st August
1.00pm to 3.00pm
Pirate Trail
Vicar Water Country Park, Clipstone NG21 9AA
Make an eye patch, walk the plank and enjoy a swashbuckling pirate adventure in the park. With the Newark and Sherwood Community Hub team.
Free
01636 650000
Thursday 2nd August
12.30pm to 3.00pm
Pirate Pearl and the Big Blue Monster — Children’s Open Air Theatre Show
Rufford Abbey Country Park, Ollerton NG22 9DF
Shows at 12.30pm and 3.00pm. Set sail on the swashbuckling high sea adventure, especially for the little pirates and their grown-ups! (ages 3+). With songs, puppets and live music, this fantastic family show will have you singing along, dancing in the sand and laughing till your sides split.
£12.00 per adult or £10.00 per child, family ticket £40.00
www.parkwoodoutdoors.co.uk/centre/rufford-abbey/Events/238/Childrens%20outdoor%20theatre%20at%20Rufford%20Abbey%20Country%20Park
Friday 3rd August
11.45am (also on 10th, 17th and 24th August)
Pauper’s Yarn Family Tour
The Workhouse, Southwell, NG25 0PT
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/theworkhouse
Saturday 4th August
12.00pm to 4.00pm (also on 11th, 18th and 25th August)
Pauper Pickings
The Workhouse, Southwell, NG25 0PT
Fill a bag of produce to take home with the help of the paupers
£1.00 per bag and admission is
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/theworkhouse
Monday 6th August
10.30am to 11.30am (also on 23rd August)
Meadow Minibeast Hunt
Thoresby Park
£3.00 per child
Tuesday 7th August (also 21st August)
Bikeability
Dukeries Leisure Centre, Boughton NG22 9JJ
9.30am to 10.20am — learn to ride for non-riders
10.30am to 11.20 — cycle skills for children able to ride a bike
This activity is suitable for children aged four and over
£3.00
01623 862469
Thursday 9th August
10.00am to 12.00pm (also on 16th and 23rd August)
Trampolining
Dukeries Leisure Centre, Boughton NG22 9JJ
Have fun learning different trampoline skills and techniques. This activity is suitable for children aged four to 14
£4.00
01623 862469
Thursday 9th August
1.00pm to 3.00pm (also on 16th and 23rd August)
Gymnastics
Dukeries Leisure Centre, Boughton NG22 9JJ
Have fun learning different gymnastics skills and techniques. This activity is suitable for children aged four to 14
£4.00
01623 862469
Wednesday 15th August
9.00am to 12.00pm
Football Camp
Dukeries Leisure Centre, Boughton NG22 9JJ
Develop your agility, balance and co-ordination to become the next football superstar. This activity is suitable for children aged eight to 12.
£3.00
01623 862469
Thursday 16th August
10.30am to 11.30am
Den Building
Thoresby Park
£5.00 per family
Monday 20th August to Sunday 2nd September
10.00am to 4.30pm daily
Thoresby Treasure Trail
Thoresby Park
£1.00 per trail
Sunday 26th August
12.00pm to 2.00pm
Lark in the Park
Vicar Water Country Park, Clipstone NG21 9AA
Hula hoop fitness workshops, sporting challenges and circus skills.
Free
Tuesday 28th August
10.30am to 11.30am
Build a Hedgehog Home
Thoresby Park
£5.00 per home
Monday 27th August to Sunday 2nd September
Robin Hood Festival
Sherwood Forest Country Park, Edwinstowe, NG21 9HN
Enjoy the 34th annual Robin Hood Festival in the magical setting of Sherwood Forest. This free fun filled weeklong festival has something for all ages, with a wide variety of activities and entertainment, featuring costumed characters and medieval music, falconry, craft stalls and activities and The Legends characters
Car park £5.00
01623 823202
www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/robinhoodfestival