Things to do

A family run Clay Pigeon Shooting and Tank Driving Ground at Far Baulker Farm on the side of the A614 Nottingham to Doncaster Road approximately 9-miles north of Nottingham in the heart of Sherwood Forest. Our shooting range faces North into a cle...

01623 883798

info@nottinghamanddistrictgunclub.co.uk

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Museum

EYAM MUSEUM

Hawkhill Road, Eyam, Hope Valley, Derbyshire, S32 5QP

Our central theme is the terrible outbreak of Bubonic Plague in 1665-6, when the villagers quarantined themselves and halted the spread of the disease. The world wide spread of plague is covered, and also the recovery, with the development of loca...

01433 631371

contact@eyam-museum.org.uk

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Stately Homes & Gardens

CALKE ABBEY

Ticknall, Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 1LE

With peeling paintwork and overgrown courtyards, Calke Abbey tells the story of the dramatic decline of a country house estate. The house and stables are little restored, with many abandoned areas vividly portraying a period in the 20th century.

01332 863822

calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk

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Museums & Galleries

GAINSBOROUGH OLD HALL

Parnell Street, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 2NB

One of the hidden gems of Lincolnshire. Over 500 years old it is one of the best preserved medieval manor houses in the country. Room settings provide impressions of life past and free audio guides give a fascinating insight into the hall an...

01522 782040

gainsborougholdhall@lincolnshire.gov.uk

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Tourist Attraction

HIGHFIELDS HAPPY HENS

Heage Lane, Etwall, DE65 6LS

Highfields is a special farm - it provides training for young people with Special needs - the hens, sheep and cows are part of the therapy of love and understanding. Our customers make it all possible by buying our produce - all are welcome to ...

01283 732083

beryl@happyhens.force9.co.uk

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Leisure Centres, Pools & Sporting Facilities

HATHERSAGE SWIMMING POOL

Oddfellows Road, Hathersage, Hope Valley, S32 1DU

A fun day out for both children and adults, HATHERSAGE SWIMMING POOL has an open air heated pool, which gives you the opportunity to improve your swimming skills and enjoy the glorious Peak District scenery! Season tickets are available to buy.

01433 650843

info@hathersageswimmingpool.co.uk

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Theatres, Cinemas & Concert Venues

BONINGTON THEATRE

Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 7EE

The theatre has a mixed programme of amateur and professional performances ranging from live music to drama and dance. Exhibitions, conferences, fairs and film shows also form part of the line-up.

0115 9670114

info@bonington-theatre.co.uk

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Tourist Attraction

SUNDOWN KIDDIES ADVENTURELAND

Treswell Road, Rampton, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 0HX

This attraction is aimed at children up to the age of ten. Based on storybook characters with indoor and outdoor activities, Angry Birds activity play area, it includes fairy castles, a witches cave and Father Christmas. Tractor, Tra

01777 248274

info@sundownadventureland.co.uk

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Horse Riding

HARGATE EQUESTRIAN

Hargate Fields Farm, Egginton Road, Hilton, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5FJ

Hargate Equestrian is a professional, family run business formed by Barry and Carol Smith in 1994. The farm is set in a 30 acres of land and surrounded by a nature trail. We are also conveniently located off the A50 and A38 with easy acces...

01283 734981

hargateequestrian@yahoo.co.uk

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Boating Holidays

CHESTERFIELD CANAL BOAT CO

The Old Rectory, 19 Newport, Lincoln, LN1 3DQ

Meander through peaceful, rolling countryside on the beautiful Chesterfield Canal. Our luxurious, modern narrow boats are spacious, centrally heated and are 4 or 6 berth. All fully equipped. Competitive rates.

01522 514774 or 07534 747881

mowotke@hotmail.com

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Things to do in East Midlands