History & Heritage

From the Ice Age drawings at Creswell Crags to a perfectly preserved snapshot of a typical 1920s home at Mr Straw’s House in Worksop, Nottinghamshire is crammed with historical attractions.

So, whether you like your history ancient or modern, elegant or gory, interactive or informative, we’ve got it all in Nottinghamshire.

- Castles
  
  Check out the regions castles with both Newark and Nottingham having fascinating histories. Nearby you'll also find Belvoir and Bolsover.
- Caves
  
  There are many caves dotted around Nottinghamshire, from Creswell Crags in the north to the labyrinth of caves in the city.
- Historic Houses
  
  With at least four Ducal estates in the county, you'll find some grand historic houses to visit including Lord Byron's former residence.
- Cathedrals & Churches
  
  These magnificent buildings date back to medieval and Norman times and pick up parts of the Robin Hood legend.
- Historical Nottingham
  
  Along with Robin Hood, there is plenty of history to discover in Nottingham which brings in the Civil War and world renowned lace.
- Industrial Heritage
  
  Nottinghamshire has some fine examples of Victorian craftmanship and Industrial heritage for you to explore.
- Museums
  
  Whether you want to look at an awe inspiring exhibit that is thousands of years old or take an interactive performance tour there's plent of options available.
- Must See
  
  If it really came down to the things that you absolutely shouldn't miss we've narrowed down the options for you - but it's been tough.

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