Nottinghamshire Holiday Guide

Interested to find out what Nottinghamshire offers for self-catering breaks?  From Sherwood Forest to historic attractions like Nottingham Castle, pretty towns like Newark and ample outdoor pursuits, find out more about what Nottinghamshire has to offer holidaymakers with Country Cottages Online’s guide.

 

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So What Does Nottinghamshire Offer for Cottage Breaks?

Whether you are planning a romantic retreat break, a solo break with your pooch, a family escape or a break with friends, Nottinghamshire has lots to offer including:

 

•    Tranquil countryside including Sherwood Forest,

•    Historical Attractions in Nottinghamshire,

•    City of Nottingham,

•    Pretty Nottinghamshire towns and villages,

•    Outdoor Pursuits in Notts

 

Tranquil countryside including Sherwood Forest 

Nottinghamshire is home to miles and miles of unspoilt green countryside including hills, woodlands and rivers.  Everyone recognises Nottinghamshire as Robin Hood Country, and if you want to discover one of the best known places for the legend of Robin Hood and his Merry Men, you will want to visit Sherwood Forest.  Sherwood Forest with its canopy of trees and footpaths is a joy to explore.  Don’t miss the Major Oak; a hollow oak tree that Robin Hood was supposed to have concealed himself in!
 
Nowadays there is a purpose built visitor centre in Sherwood Forest with an exhibition, tea room and gift shop.   It's still an excellent place for walks with several well maintained trails.  The aerial assault course company, 'Go Ape', has opened a centre in the forest for those who like a little excitement in their lives.
 

 

Historical Attractions in Nottinghamshire

One of Nottinghamshire’s most famous historical attractions has to be Nottingham Castle with its history dating back to 1068.  Visit to discover the museums, the legend of Robin Hood, the extensive grounds and caves.
 
Other historical attractions in Nottinghamshire include Newstead Abbey with its extensive grounds, Clumber Park, Rufford Park, and Wollaton Park in Nottingham.  All have rich history, visitor attractions, walks, toilets and restaurants.
 
Southwell to the west of Newark-on-Trent has two major visitor attractions on offer; the National Trust workhouse and infirmary, with audio tours, that bring to life the miserable existence of those destitute souls forced to rely on the workhouse, and of course Southwell Minster with its famous chapter house and carvings.

City of Nottingham 

Nottingham with its excellent selection of shops, restaurants, pubs, bars and excellent nightlife, has plenty to offer for city breaks or days out.  Want to find out more?  Read our guide to Nottingham.
 

 

Pretty Nottinghamshire towns and villages 

•    Edwinstowe is a beautiful place with a location close to Sherwood Forest, and features in much of the Robin Hood legend.  It is said that Robin Hood married Maid Marian at the medieval church in Edwinstowe.
 
•    Newark with its impressive riverside setting and imposing castle ruins is a Nottinghamshire gem.  Meander around Newark and marvel at the numerous historic buildings and wealth of antique shops.  Riverside walks can also be enjoyed whilst in Newark.

•    Tuxford; a charming market town with historic buildings, coaching inns and even a windmill.  Tuxford is a rural Nottinghamshire gem, and is perfect for a tranquil country cottage break. 

 

Outdoor Pursuits in Notts

Enjoy walking under the canopy of trees in Sherwood Forest Park, along one of the well-marked trails.  Or explore the Trent Valley Way with its beautiful scenery and trails.  If bird watching and wildlife watching are more your thing, head to one of the county’s nature reserves like the Attenborough Nature Centre or Idle Valley.

Watersports too such as kayaking or canoeing can be enjoyed along the River Trent from Nottingham and nearby.

 

There is a host of attractions and places of interest in Nottinghamshire and neighbouring Lincolnshire.  Whether you want to book a rural retreat in the Notts countryside, a holiday apartment in the city of Nottingham, or a charming traditional cottage in one of Nottinghamshire’s charming towns or villages, we hope you have a superb holiday in this part of the Midlands.