Christmas holidays top picks!

‘Nott’ sure what to do during the Christmas holidays? Here are our top picks for events and activities to enjoy this festive season.

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Adventures at King's Mill Reservoir

Location: King’s Mill Reservoir, Sutton in Ashfield, NG17 4PA

Open every weekend, and on Monday 23 and Tuesday 24 December.

Celebrate with an adventurous twist! Come and have a look at the destination on the shore of King's Mill Reservoir, Sutton-in-Ashfield with fun activities for all the family.

Attractions on offer:

  • High Ropes & Zip Wires
  • 100m Zip Wire
  • The Drop (into a giant airbag)
  • Net Park

Find out more about these activities at the Adventures website

Inspire at Nottinghamshire Libraries

Location: Various libraries across Nottinghamshire

Our libraries have a wide range of activities to help you have a fun filled festive break. Take a look at what's taking place over the holidays, including FREE fabulous family activities suitable for all and the Winter Mini Reading Challenge.

Find more information about your local library on the Inspire: Culture, Learning and Libraries website

Notts Outdoors

Location: Various locations

Notts Outdoors is the outdoor and environmental education service from Nottinghamshire County Council. We're all about discovering the great outdoors, having fun and making memories to last a lifetime. Our centres are located around Nottinghamshire and in the beautiful Peak District, each offering something unique and different.

Find more details and booking information on the Notts Outdoors website

Rufford Abbey Country Park

Location: Rufford Abbey Country Park, Ollerton, Nottinghamshire, NG22 9DF

Set in beautiful parkland, Rufford Abbey offers over 870 years of history, from its origins as a 12th-century Cistercian monastery to its period as a Jacobean-era family home. There is plenty to explore; with walks through the native woodlands, a lake and gardens plus events to enjoy. 

Activities during the Christmas holidays include:

  • Elf Garden Christmas Trail, Saturday 7 December until Sunday 5 January.
  • Mini Christmas Market, every weekend until Sunday 22 December.
  • Santa's Grotto, every Wednesday and weekend until Sunday 22 December.
  • Carols by Candlelight, Sunday 22 December.
  • Festive eats at the Coach House Courtyard, Mill Tea Shop, cafés and gift shop.

You can find more details and booking information on the Rufford Abbey Country Park website

SEND activities

Location: Various locations

The SEND local offer website has a number of SEND activities in and around Nottinghamshire. From arts and crafts, to days out and support groups, there is plenty on offer for all ages.

To find things to do, visit the Notts Help yourself website 

Sherwood Forest

Location: Sherwood Forest NNR, Edwinstowe,
NG21 9RN

The Christmas holidays are almost upon us and Sherwood Forest is bursting with things for all the family to enjoy.

Activities during half term include:

  • December Backpack Hire for young explorers, everyday until Tuesday 31 December.
  • A Christmas Tour of Sherwood Forest with the Sheriff of Nottingham, Saturday 21 December.
  • Myths and Legends with the Master at Arms, Saturday 28 December.

Find out more about events on the Sherwood Forest website

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