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Bulwell trick or treaters join care home residents for Halloween

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Autumn fun in Nottinghamshire

Autumn fun in Nottinghamshire - A round-up of what's going on

As Halloween creeps closer, join us on this terrifying tour of 12 of the most haunted places in Mansfield and the rest of Nottinghamshire.

Spooky! Terrifying tour of 12 haunted places in Mansfield and Nottinghamshire

There are several pumpkin-picking spots across the area. Debdale Lane Pumpkin patch is now open, as is Maxey's Farm Shop and family-run 'Pick Your Own' in North Nottinghamshire. Halloween photo by Adobe Stock.

13 things to do in Nottinghamshire this Halloween

Skinner Brothers.

The Gathering Sounds: All you need to know for one day Teesside festival

Hucknall craft fair event.

Charity craft fair in aid of Birmingham Children's Hospital

Open Day Saturday 14th October.

Care home invites community to open day

Framework's Big Sleep Out 2022

Sleeping Bag War On Homelessness in Nottingham

Sherwood Forest is all set for the cycling race.

Tour of Britain – how to watch the cycling race at Sherwood Forest tomorrow

Mermaid at White Post Farm.

Mermaid spotted on Nottinghamshire farm
A “mythical” mermaid has washed up on a Nottinghamshire farm – as a family-fun site transforms into a tranquil beach with special guests from the sea.

The stall map for Sunday's Food and Drink Festival in Hucknall.

Hucknall's Food and Drink Festival takes place this Sunday, August 20th

Deputy Mayor Sue Paterson joins a HUGs performance

Free Ukulele Loan from Hucknall Library

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Hucknall Church wants to help the community

Gatecrasher 30th Anniversary Show at Don Valley Bowl adds yet more DJs and a second stage

Epic Gatecrasher 30th Anniversary Show adds yet more DJs and a second stage

The Gloworm Festival returns for its 7th year this weekend

The sun is set to shine on Gloworm Festival this weekend

Coun Dave Shaw andCoun Lee Waters get put through their paces by Mike Harris and other members of Hucknall Ukulele Group. (Photo by: Ashfield Independents)

Hucknall Ukuleles cheer up the summer

Nottingham Carnival will bring vibrant colours and music to the city on August 20.

Summer of dreams: the ultimate guide to summer in Nottinghamshire

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The Big Butterfly Count takes place from 14th July to 6th August

Noel Gallagher. Portrait by Matt Crockett

The UK’s best kept live secret unveils final plans for 2023 event

Headliners the Happy Mondays

Final line-up confirmed for Bingley Festival

This National Trust site is made up of more than 3,800 acres of breathtaking gardens and woodland. It is a great spot for anyone who wants to delve into nature.

13 of Nottinghamshire's most breathtaking places

Project Iceman is now open at Cave Escape Nottingham. (Photo by: Cave Escape Nottingham)

New escape room launches at Cave Escape Nottingham

Natalie Imbruglia

Australian Popstar Natalie Imbruglia confirmed for Rock N Roll Circus Sheffield

Peony Bowl of Beauty takes pride of place.

New garden to open to public in Ashfield this weekend

Nottingham Video Games Expo returns next month.

Nottingham Video Games Expo returns this July

With Father's Day taking place on Sunday and the first Mansfield Carnival on Saturday, it promises to be quite a weekend. Check out our guide to things to do and places to go.

From Mansfield Carnival cheer to Father's Day fun - 12 things to do this weekend

What's better than the gift of delicious street food and top beers? Bustler Market curates all things tasty and what better way to treat the special men in your life than treating them to an afternoon of sunshine, beers & street food. Even better - all dads get a FREE beer on Bustler. Sunday, June 18, 12pm-4pm | Sneinton Market | Free entry.

Celebrate Father's Day in Notts: Top 7 experiences to delight dad
Father's Day is just around the corner and there are loads of things to do right throughout Nottinghamshire this June.

Be part of The Maggie’s Virtual Gran Fondo cycling event this summer and challenge yourself to cycle 250 or 500 kilometres while raising money to help support people with cancer.

Join the team for The Maggie’s Virtual Gran Fondo Cycling Event!

Flabbergast's Macbeth comes to Nottingham Playhouse.

The Tragedy of Macbeth heads to Nottingham Playhouse

Gloworm Festival, at Thoresby Park in Nottinghamshire, is teaming up with Cartoon Network

Shows from Cartoon Network are coming to Gloworm Festival

Registration is now open.

Nottinghamshire Scout groups urged to sign up to Big Weekend 2024

Ragnar crowning the King or Queen of the North at Bamburgh Castle, Northumberland (photo: Stuart Boulton)

Bamburgh Castle reveals a Coronation Weekend fit for a King

Hucknall Titchfield Park Bowls Club is holding an open day.

Hucknall Titchfield Park Bowls Club holding open day

Check your local council website to see if your street will be hosting a coronation party. If your street is not registered, you can always launch a viewing party at home with family and friends or attend a nearby street party.

10 things to do in Nottinghamshire to celebrate the coronation

Ravenmaster Chris Skaife.

Tower of London's Ravenmaster coming to Nottinghamshire

The Harley Gallery on the Welbeck Estate in Worksop is a popular choice. One Tripadvisor review read: "Definitely worth a visit if you are in the area. Good shop with quality items. Interesting art collections."

The best FREE days out this Easter in Nottinghamshire

Belvoir Castle’s Easter activity trail is one of many amazing things to do this Easter.

Hop into Spring in Nottinghamshire with a jam-packed Easter line-up

The replica Silverstone is over 25m long.

Scalextric ‘On Track’ Easter Exhibit at Silverstone Museum

Crowds gathered on Sutton Lawn for the first Ashfield Day.

Ashfield Council planning a ‘superb summer’ for residents

Mother's Day at Belvoir Castle

Treat Mum this Mother's Day with these events picked by tourism board

A website created for doggy dating (photo: Adobe)

Dogs go dating with launch of doggy dating service for beloved pets

Going mad with Coco Pos at Bongo's Bingo

Bongo’s Bingo is the definitive bingo experience

Barry and Alan Whale Project

Having whale of a time with latest fishy project

Celebrating Valentine's Day is an age old tradition (photo: Adobe)

​The History and the long traditions associated with Valentine’s Day
​Every year, many of us observe the traditions associated with Valentine’s Day. But, do we really understand how and why these traditions came about and the meanings behind them? Steve Cain explains.

In Ghana February 14 is National Chocolate Day (photo: Adobe)

Valentine’s Day passion celebrated around globe

Sensory Nature Walks will take place at Bennerley Viaduct.

Nottingham Festival of Science and Curiosity returns for 2023

Search is on for top paintball villain (photo: Getty Images)

Fire paintballs at the UK’s biggest villain

Our pets still need fresh air and exercise even in winter (photo: Adobe)

Dogs help owners chase away the January blues

Visitors flocked to the Nottinghamshire County Show last year.

Nottinghamshire County Show organisers promise 'exciting line-up' this year

Ikos Odisia, Cofru

A great getaway to sunny climes and a restful break

Embracing musical variety (photo: Adobe)

Treat your ears to this variety CD collection

Why not make your New Year resolution to help out as an animal charity volunteer (photo: Adobe)

Make 2023 a year in which you support PDSA

The Bowman, Nottingham Road, Hucknall.

Breakfast business networking group relaunching in Hucknall

The picture postcard scene so typical of many rural villages across Nottinghamshire. Check out our guide to 15 of the most picturesque and interesting.

15 charming villages near you -- guide to the pick of the picturesque in Notts