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Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire

With buildings spanning history from medieval to the Victorian era and country parks, Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire has so much to explore for visitors. Plan your visit to the places we care for in these two counties in the Midlands.

Places to visit

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Top places to visit in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire

Image showing Christmas decorations inside the Hondecoeter dining room at Belton, with large tree in the corner dressed in blue and green baubles. The table has a silver gilt collection with a decorated green garland, with one to match on the mantlepiece.
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Belton House 

Generations of the Brownlow family made their mark on Belton. Today, Belton welcomes new generations to explore the ancient deer park, picnic in the pleasure grounds, or burn off energy in our largest outdoor adventure playground.

Grantham, Lincolnshire

Fully open today
Looking over the lake to the Chapel on a frosty day with blue skies
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Clumber Park 

Clumber Park is a beautiful expanse of parkland, heath and woods covering more than 3,800 acres. Explore picturesque parkland and gardens, peaceful woodlands and a magnificent lake.

Worksop, Nottinghamshire

Fully open today
A boy on the spiral stairwell at Tattershall Castle, Lincolnshire
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Tattershall Castle 

Magnificent 15th century red brick castle - what wealth and power looks like

Tattershall, Lincolnshire

Closed now
The Hall, Mr Straw's House, Nottinghamshire
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Mr Straw's House 

Step back in time to the 1920s and discover how a grocer's family lived in a Midlands market town through their furnishings and household objects.

Worksop, Nottinghamshire

Closed now
View of the golf course and beach at Sandilands, Lincolnshire
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Sandilands 

A new haven for nature on Lincolnshire's wild coast

nr Sutton-on-Sea, Lincolnshire

The house at Gunby surrounded by green nature and sunlight with the clock tower in the background
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Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens 

A homely country house dated 1700 set in Victorian walled gardens at the foot of the Lincolnshire Wolds

Spilsby, Lincolnshire

Fully open today
View of Woolsthorpe Manor from the back of the orchard, with leaves on the ground
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Woolsthorpe Manor 

Isaac Newton changed the world here

Grantham, Lincolnshire

Closed now
The front of the imposing workhouse building with a bright green hedge in front of it in the kitchen garden.
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The Workhouse and Infirmary 

Discover this atmospheric Victorian workhouse and how its use has evolved through time, with the site providing shelter for those in need until the 1980s.

Southwell, Nottinghamshire

Closed now

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Belton House is lit up with purple lights, with a light display of green, blue, pink, and orange flowers in front.
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Christmas at Belton 

Christmas at Belton is back for 2023! Surround yourself with sparkle, and book your tickets now for this unmissable outdoor experience.

A Christmas tree stood by a Shaun the Sheep sculpture
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Shaun the sheep visits Clumber Park 

Meet Father Christmas, find Shaun the Sheep, have fun with our vintage fairground rides and enjoy the magic of the season with our Christmas market. With free crafting sessions in the Elves Workshop, festive delights being served in the Elves Eatery and live music in the Chapel, there is so much for the whole family to enjoy this Christmas at Clumber.

Small pieces of sheet music rolled up inside a clear bauble, hanging on a Christmas tree
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Movie magic at Gunby Hall 

From Saturday 2 - Saturday 23 December (10am - 3pm), experience 'Christmas at the Movies' here at Gunby. Each room will be seasonally decorated with some famously recognisable cinematic moments. Can you guess all the movies?

Christmas in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire

Planning your festive season? Make your Christmas memories with us.

Image showing the interactive Christmas space within the Saloon, there are costumes for children and a twinkling display in front of the fireplace for families to take a picture.
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Family-friendly things to do at Belton 

Explore our fun family day out ideas, including our indoor play area and outdoor adventure playground. Make the most of your day out with the kids at Belton.

Father Christmas looking up as the snow falls on Clumber Park
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Christmas at Clumber Park 

Meet Father Christmas, find Shaun the Sheep, have fun with our vintage fairground rides and enjoy the magic of the season with our Christmas market. With free crafting sessions in the Elves Workshop, festive delights being served in the Elves Eatery and live music in the Chapel, there is so much for the whole family to enjoy this Christmas at Clumber.

Wrapped presents underneath a sparkling Christmas tree

See all activities 

Plan your festive fun with a variety of activities for all the family.

Winter Walks in Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire

Stretch your legs and breath in the fresh air on these winter walks

A very frosty morning by Statue walk in the gardens at Belton House, Lincolnshire
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Belton Park walk 

This circular walk at Belton Park passes key features of ancient woodland and the site of a deserted medieval village.

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DistanceMiles: 3.2 (km: 5.12)
Sunrise at Clumber Park ford, Nottinghamshire
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A glimpse of southern Clumber 

Stroll through woodland and agricultural land in some of the quieter parts of Clumber, then finish by the lakeside on a walk that's perfect for all seasons.

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Walking
DistanceMiles: 6 (km: 9.6)
Woman giving child a piggyback

See all the walks near you 

From the parkland, woods and lakeside views of Clumber Park to the ancient woodland around Belton House, discover where to go for the best walks in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire.

Countryside and woodland in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire

Autumn view of the Ornamental Bridge at Clumber Park as the suns going down
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Clumber Park 

With 3,800 acres of parkland to explore, there's so much to see and do at Clumber Park this autumn.

Outdoor activities in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire

Family cycling in autumn
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Getting active at Clumber Park 

From lakeside runs to woodland rides, Clumber Park has 20 miles of trails for cyclists, runners and walkers to explore.

Castles and forts in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire

An adult and child touching a large fireplace which is almost taller than them at Tattershall Castle
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Tattershall 

Discover one of the finest surviving examples of English medieval brickwork at a historic castle.

Coast and beaches in Lincolnshire

View of the golf course and beach at Sandilands, Lincolnshire
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Sandilands 

Explore a developing nature haven and bird paradise at Sandilands in Lincolnshire, part of the Lincolnshire Coastal Country Park network.

Sustainable Travel

A blurred view of four people cycling on a path between trees at Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire.
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Sustainable travel in Nottinghamshire & Lincolnshire 

There are a number of sustainable options for travelling to and from the places in our care in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire, whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your visit.

Upcoming events

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An Introduction to Londonthorpe's Military History Guided Walk 

Belton House, Grantham, Lincolnshire

A unique opportunity to discover the military history of Londonthorpe and Bellmount. Visit the war graves at Londonthorpe church and enter Bellmount Tower to capture the scale of contribution to the WWI & WWII war time efforts.

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3 Dec 2023
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09:30 to 13:00
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Meet Father Christmas 

Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire

Our meet Father Christmas event is now fully booked.

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3 Dec to 24 Dec 2023
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10:00 to 10:15
+ 159 other dates or times
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Christmas at Gunby 2023 

Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens, Spilsby, Lincolnshire

Join us between Saturday 2 December through to Saturday 23 December for Christmas. This Christmas we invite you enjoy 'Christmas at the Movies'. Each room will be seasonally decorated. Can you guess all the movies?

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3 Dec to 23 Dec 2023
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10:00 to 15:00
+ 20 other dates or times
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Christmas Market at Clumber 

Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire

Soak up the spirit of Christmas, and cross some presents off your list, with over 50 stalls selling handmade treasures and festive delights.

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3 Dec 2023
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10:00 to 16:00
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Shaun the Sheep: Find the Flock at Clumber Park 

Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire

Join us for Shaun the Sheep: Find the Flock at Clumber Park, a perfect festive activity, free for all and packed full of baa-rilliant adventure.

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3 Dec 2023 to 7 Jan 2024
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 35 other dates or times
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Monthly Family Dog Walk 

Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire

Explore different areas of Clumber Park while meeting like-minded dog loving families.

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3 Dec 2023
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10:30 to 12:00
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Christmas in the mansion 

Belton House, Grantham, Lincolnshire

Come and celebrate your best-loved Christmas traditions with us and explore Belton’s mansion glittering in festive finery, from 25 Nov 2023 – 7 Jan 2024.

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3 Dec 2023 to 7 Jan 2024
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11:00 to 15:30
+ 34 other dates or times
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Sunday Morning Service 

Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire

Join us in the choir stalls of the Chapel of Saint Mary the Virgin for our weekly morning service. Cant stop for the whole thing? Don't worry just pop in and stay for a while!

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3 Dec to 31 Dec 2023
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11:30 to 12:30
+ 4 other dates or times
Visitors at the Christmas market at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.