Local Attractions
Crow Hollow Cottage provides an excellent holiday base from which to explore the fascinating area of Sherwood Forest in Nottinghamshire and for those who wish to explore the area, the choice of attractions is almost overwhelming. Below are details and web links to some of the local attractions. Click on any image on the left to view a larger version.
Sherwood Forest Country Park and Visitors Centre, Edwinstowe
Nearby Sherwood Forest Country Park and Visitors Centre explains the legend of Robin Hood and invites you to see the famous Major Oak, thought to be Robin's favourite hiding place. In the summer, the park holds the Robin Hood Festival with shows and activities for the whole family.
More details from Nottinghamshire County Council
Sherwood Forest Art and Craft Centre, Edwinstowe
Sherwood Forest Art and Craft Centre is home to 17 Craft Studios, with skills on view ranging from Glassblowing, Pine furniture, Rubber stamping to Fossils and Medieval Imagery.
Sherwood Forest Art and Craft Centre Web Site
There are also craft centres at Thoresby, Welbeck and Rufford.
Sherwood Forest Park Farm, Edwinstowe
Sherwood Forest Farm Park is a centre approved by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust for the breeding of rare and protected farm animals and has some more unusual additions such as exotic birds, wildfowl, ornamental ducks, wallabies, water buffalo, mara and delightful kune kune pigs. Other attractions include water gardens, gift shop, tea rooms serving home made cakes, indoor and outdoor play areas, picnic areas and undercover activity barn. Check web site for opening times.
Forest Park Farm Web Site
South Forest Leisure Centre, Edwinstowe
For those wishing to swim there is the South Forest Leisure Centre just east of Edwinstowe Village.
Sherwood Pines Forest Park, Kings Clipstone
Sherwood Pines is a Forestry Commission owned Forest Park that provides signposted walks, cycle trails and bridleways. Bicycles can be hired at the park.
More details from the Foresty Commission
Rufford Country Park and Craft Centre, Ollerton
At Rufford Park the remains of a 12th century Cistercian Abbey and later country house are waiting to be explored.
Rufford Country Park and Craft Centre Web Site
Rufford Park Golf and Country Club, Ollerton
Rufford Park Golf Centre boasts both 9 and 18 hole high quality courses and welcomes visitors.
Rufford Park Golf and Country Club Web Site
There are additional golf courses within a 10 mile radius of Crow Hollow at Cotsmore and Lindrick.
Sherwood Forest Park Fishery, Near Mansfield
Sherwood Forest Farm Park Fishery offers Coarse Fishing on a daily basis £4.00 for adults and £3.00 juniors and is open all year round.
Sherwood Forest Farm Park Fishery Web Site
White Lion Yard Caves, Mansfield
A little nearer are the White Lion Yard Caves - a restored 17th/18th Century cave system and visitors centre.
White Lion Yard Caves Web Site
Holocaust Centre, Beth Shalom, Laxton
On a more sombre note, a visit to the Holocaust Centre at Laxton is a moving and challenging experience. This internationally acclaimed centre houses a permanent exhibition on the Holocaust set in landscaped memorial gardens.
Holocaust Centre Web Site
Clumber Park, Worksop
The opportunity to walk or cycle for miles is provided at Clumber Park. A National Trust property encompassing stretches of historic Parkland, woodland and open heath. However, for those just wishing a stroll can wander the walled garden, lake and shop. Bicycles can be hired at the park.
More details from the National Trust
Cresswell Crags, Near Worksop
Cresswell Crags is a limestone gorge honeycombed with caves. The Cresswell Crags Museum and Education Centre is an archaeological site, home to Mammoth hunting Neanderthal's 45,000 years ago. Cave tours and a virtual museum allow visitors an insight into their world.
Cresswell Crags Web Site
Southwell Workhouse, Southwell
For those wishing to learn or experience the past, travel back in time at the Southwell Workhouse, this 19th century workhouse is run by the National Trust and allows visitors to look around the building and learn of its history.
Another National Trust property, Mr. Straw's House at Worksop, turns the clock back over 70 years where time has stood still and nothing (apart from the rubbish!) has been thrown out since 1932.
More details from the National Trust
Newstead Abbey, Ravenshead
Not far away is Newstead Abbey, home to the romantic poet Lord Byron. The gothic house incorporates the remains of a 13th century priory, visitors can wander the impressive gardens and lake.
Newstead Abbey Web Site
Papplewick Pumping Station, Ravenshead
Papplewick Pumping Station, Ravenshead, houses a James Watt Beam Engine in this late Victorian waterworks. The Pump house is complete with intricate brass work and stained glass windows.
Papplewick Pumping Station Web Site
Newark-on-Trent
A Day's shopping at Historic Newark-on-Trent, noted for its Civil War sieges, can be rounded off with a boat trip down the River Trent. Newark is becoming known for its International Antique Fairs, which attract upwards of 4,000 stalls, selling just about every conceivable antique and collectable.
Caves of Nottingham
In the Caves of Nottingham, a hidden world beneath the modern streets of Nottingham, visitors can see dwellings, wine stores, tanneries and even World War two air raid shelters.
More details from Nottinghamshire County Council
Readyfield Bloodhounds
Meets of the Readyfield Bloodhounds take place on every Saturday during hunting season by invitation of farmers and landowners. Other events also held. Visitors are welcome.
Readyfield Bloodhounds' web site
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