Family Days out in Nottinghamshire

Sherwood Forest and the tales of Robin Hood are the things people most commonly associate with Nottinghamshire. But that is not all, from the poet Lord Byron, to the designer Paul Smith, Nottinghamshire has always taken centre stage for creativity. Nottinghamshire also has a lively nightlife, shopping, sports, arts and culture. Below are just a small selection of family attractions that are well worth adding to any holiday itinerary to Nottinghamshire.

Sherwood Forest Country Park . Visit the home of Robin Hood and see the famous oak where he his men. Learn about living in the middle ages, ecology and forests of the World. B&B search>>	Nottingham Castle. A 17th Century mansion, Nottinghamshire Castle has historical and contemporary art exhibitions. Museum has collectionss of silver and ceramics and other treasures. B&B search>>
Newark air museum. More than 60 aircraft and cockpit sections to view and explore. Includes aircraft, helicopters, jet fighters and bombers. B&B search>>	Go Ape! Travel high in the air abve the forest floor. Aerial hire wire assault course with extreme rope bridges, zip slides and tarzan swings. B&B search>>
Tales of Robin Hood. Explore the tales and legends of the infamous outlaw. Experience medieval life first hand. B&B search>>	Fishbourne Roman Palace . A 1st Centurey Roman Palace. Contains the finest collections of in-place Roman mosaics. Museum and an magnificent Roman Garden. B&B search>>
Making it Discovery Centre. Educational, hands on, entertaining experience. Marvel and try out the inventiveness of industries including manufacturing, brewing, electronics, printing and textiles. B&B search>>	City of Caves. Descend in to the Anglo-Saxon tunnels and sandstone caves beneath the City. Meet the mysterious cave dwellers of the past. B&B search>>
Galleries of Justice. Over 30o years of crime and punishment to see at this unique place. Actors bring it all aliveas you see what prison life was really like. B&B search>>	Green's Windmill and Science Centre A restored and working 19th century tower windmill. Owned and operated in the 19th century by the mathematical physicist George Green. You may tour the mill (especially on a windy day!) and discover the process of turning grain into flour. B&B search>>
Newstead Abbey. A beautiful historic house set in a glorious landscape of gardens and parkland within the heart of Nottinghamshire. Founded as a monastic house in the late 12th century, Newstead became the seat of the Byron family in 1540 and was home to the poet Lord Byron. B&B search>>	Nottingham Play House. The City’s producing theatre. It creates work that is bold, thrilling, world-class and made in Nottingham, encompassing timeless classics, enthralling family shows and exciting new commissions. Visiting dance, comedy and theatre complete the bill. B&B search>>

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Family Days out in Nottinghamshire

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