Nottinghamshire’s Local Beauty Spots

Nottinghamshire has a variety of local beauty spots worth exploring. Here are some notable ones:

1. Sherwood Forest: Famous for its association with Robin Hood, this ancient woodland offers scenic walks and the Major Oak, a legendary tree thought to be over 1,000 years old.

2. Wollaton Hall and Park: This stunning Elizabethan mansion set in a beautiful park offers gardens, a lake, and plenty of wildlife. The hall itself houses Nottingham's Natural History Museum.

3. Clumber Park: Managed by the National Trust, Clumber Park features vast parklands, woodlands, and a picturesque lake, perfect for walking, cycling, and picnics.

The Glasshouse, Clumber Park

4. Rufford Abbey and Country Park: This historic site includes the remains of a 12th-century Cistercian abbey, formal gardens, a lake, and woodland walks.

5. Attenborough Nature Reserve: Located along the River Trent, this reserve is ideal for birdwatching, walking, and enjoying the diverse wildlife in and around the wetlands.

6. Newstead Abbey: Once the home of poet Lord Byron, Newstead Abbey boasts beautiful gardens, lakes, and the impressive remains of the medieval abbey.

Newstead Abbey

7. Southwell Minster: This cathedral town offers not just the impressive Minster, a historic church with beautiful architecture, but also charming town walks and nearby Southwell Racecourse.

8. Bestwood Country Park: Covering over 650 acres, this park offers a mix of woodland, grassland, and wetland areas, along with the historic Bestwood Winding Engine House.

These spots provide a range of outdoor activities, from leisurely strolls and picnics to more adventurous hiking and wildlife spotting.