10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Mansfield That You Shouldn't Miss

February 25, 2022 Giuseppe Pratt

Mansfield (/ˈmænzˌfiːld/) is a market town in Nottinghamshire, England. It is the main town in the Mansfield local government district and is a part of the Mansfield Urban Area. Nestling in a pocket within the Maun Valley surrounded by hills, the town is around 12 miles (19 km) north of Nottingham. The district of Mansfield is a largely urban area situated in the north west of Nottinghamshire populated by 99,600 residents, the vast majority of whom live in Mansfield (including Mansfield Woodhouse), with Market Warsop a secondary centre, and the remainder in the rural north of the district. Adjacent to the urban area of Sutton-in-Ashfield, Mansfield is the only major sub-regional centre in Nottinghamshire covering an area of 30 square miles (78 sq km). The Centre for Cities (2009) categorises the town as a 'small city', although it does not officially hold city status.
Restaurants in Mansfield

1. Truth and Trust Adventure

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5.0 based on 96 reviews

Truth and Trust Adventure

Outdoor Adventure Activity provider. Fully Insured and AALA Licenced to provide activities to under 18's. Climbing, Caving, Abseiling, Weaseling, Gorge Walking,Orienteering and Team Building.

2. Derbyshire Pony Trekking

Scarcliffe Lanes Upper Langwith, Mansfield NG20 9RH England +44 7557 106679 [email protected] http://www.derbyshire-pony-trekking.co.uk
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5.0 based on 714 reviews

Derbyshire Pony Trekking

Reviewed By michellesJ8004EI - Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Had an amazing ride out today on Mr tubbs can totally recommend Derbyshire pony trekking company amazing off road hacking and fabulous horses and staff ????

3. Sherwood Forest Trekking Centre

Mill lane, Edwinstowe, Mansfield NG21 9QY England +44 7811 778302 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/sherwoodforesttrekkingcentre/
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5.0 based on 50 reviews

Sherwood Forest Trekking Centre

We offer fun rides for all capabilities including beginners right into the heart of the beautiful Sherwood Forest. Our aim is to get people smiling and enjoying the great outdoors on horseback. From the age of 3 years for paddock rides and from the age of five for treks. Fully licensed and insured and health and safety conscious.

Reviewed By Penhol42

I had booked a long weekend in Nottinghamshire for my daughter's 9th birthday on 5th September as a treat as our other holidays earlier on in the year had been cancelled. My daughter had just got into programmes about horses and really wanted to try riding. I did an online search and found Sherwood Trekking Centre. The reviews were good. I messaged them on Facebook messenger and arranged to book a trek on her birthday as a surprise. They got back to me straight away and we're very efficient and friendly, answering questions as to what we should wear etc. We were all novices. I was able to put a deposit down through BACs payment and pay the rest on the day. Prices very reasonable, £25 for an hour trek. They took our height and weight to match us with suitable horses. When we got there we completed the disclaimer forms and they were great at conforming to the covid rules, handing us the the riding school safety jackets and bibs to fit ourselves with verbal instruction and same with riding hats. They took the children round the field at first to check they were ok and we're sitting correctly etc. Then we set off for our ride to Sherwood Forest. We felt very safe as we were all lead individually. The horses looked really well looked after and had lovely temperaments. We had to go through the village to get to the forest and the horses were very used to the roads and traffic. I was also impressed by how good the villagers were with the horses. The cars were very patient and people smiled and waved which the kids loved. The walk through the forest was great. We even had a little trot. They let us ride ourselves through the forest with instruction, which was fantastic, and they walked beside us. The owner, Karen was lovely and chatted all the way. It was a fabulous first experience for the kids. It made my daughter's birthday! She absolutely loved it. We also got a full hours trek (the time taken to complete the forms and get kitted out didn't count like I thought it would). When we got back from the trek they all sung happy birthday to Poppy. I Can't thank Karen and her staff enough we had a wonderful time. I would 100 % recommend this riding school and we will definitely come again when in the area again.

4. Sherwood Pines

6030 Forestry Holdings Kings Clipstone, Mansfield NG21 9JL England +44 300 067 4340 [email protected] http://www.forestryengland.uk/sherwood-pines
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4.5 based on 818 reviews

Sherwood Pines

Have an adventurous day out in the great outdoors, at any time of the year. Come and explore one of the Midland’s most well-known forests! With activity trails, play areas, bike hire, wild running and mountain biking trails, Sherwood Pines will set the scene for a great day out for all. Get back to basics on one of our bushcraft experiences or soar through the trees on Go Ape’s famous zip wires. If you are feeling a bit peckish after adventuring around the forest, drop in to the Sherwood Pines Café for a range of locally sourced snacks. Top off your trip with an overnight stay! Forest Holidays have a selection of stunning cabins located in the heart of the forest, perfect if you are looking to escape the everyday. Camping in the Forest also provide the perfect spot to pitch your tent and stay in the great outdoors, opening spring 2021.

Reviewed By christinajackson78 - Penrith, United Kingdom

We visited the sherwood pines outdoor activities center and it was fab we did go ape which my boys and my partner loved and really enjoyed it the staff was very helpful and brilliant with children as my youngest went on the go ape junior which he loved, brilliant for the younger ones who can't go on the big ones ???? Lovely walk round the area and safe for the kids they could run about and tire themselfs out, the cafe there surved nice food something for everyone which was great, and tasted nice x would recommend this to others x

5. Sherwood Forest Railway

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Sherwood Forest Railway

Sherwood Forest Railway is a real steam railway in miniature with 6 locomotives 12 coaches, signals, level crossings, and tunnel all perfectly recreated in miniature which kids love to experience. To make the day even more memorable we also offer free of charge an adventure play area, under 5,s play area, picnic area and offer drinks and refreshments at very reasonable prices.

6. Pleasley Colliery

Pit Lane, Pleasley Derbyshire, Mansfield NG19 7PH England +44 1623 818928 http://www.pleasley-colliery.org.uk/
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4.5 based on 143 reviews

Pleasley Colliery

Reviewed By 183emmah - Mansfield, United Kingdom

We love this place for a walk. It has a lovely little cafe where you can get a sausage and a few biscuits for your dog for 50p I think. The people in the museum part are so happy to talk to you and show you around answering any questions. And their open days are great.

7. Mansfield Museum

Leeming Street, Mansfield NG18 1NG England +44 1623 463088 [email protected] http://www.mansfield.gov.uk/museum/
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4.5 based on 59 reviews

Mansfield Museum

This award winning museum contains a fascinating mix of permanent displays of local art and artefacts. Made in Mansfield introduces you to the industrial history of the area the hands-on XplorActive children's environment gallery offers educational fun and games. Let the exquisite Buxton watercolours take you back to the turn of the century and savour the delicate beauty of the Pinxton porcelain. A rolling programme of national and local temporary exhibitions ensures there is always something new to see, be it works from the vibrant local amateur scene or nationally known professionals.

8. Vicar Water Country Park

Mansfield Road, Clipstone, Mansfield NG21 9AA England +44 1623 466340 [email protected] http://www.vicarwaterpark.co.uk
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Vicar Water Country Park

Vicar Water Country Park has had a fascinating and varied history before becoming a 78 hectare, Green Flag award winning green space. In the Middle Ages the Vicar Water stream was known as Warmebroke - "Warm Brook" before becoming Vicar Water. Vicar Water was dammed in 1870 by the 5th Duke of Portland creating Vicar Pond for use as a fishery to supply the lakes at Welbeck Abbey. In the early 1900's Vicar Pond was used for boating and swimming by soldiers posted at the nearby Clipstone Camp. In 1912, the 6th Duke of Portland leased the area around Vicar Pond known as Anne Bower Hill to the Bolsover Colliery Company and coal was reached in 1922 after a break due to the First World War. In 1976 coal ceased to be tipped around the immediate area around Vicar Pond and 10 hectares of woodland was planted. In 1982 Vicar Water Country Park officially opened with Newark and Sherwood District Council officially taking over ownership in 1992. The park doubled in size in 1999 after more reclamation work was undertaken on further areas of spoil tipping. In 2000 the Visitor Center opened and the park received its first Green Flag award, which it has received every year since. In more recent times the park has become an officially accredited Country Park through Natural England and provides a host of recreational activities including fishing, cycling, dog walking, wildlife watching, model boat sailing, and horse riding. There are 3 waymarked trails available free of charge from the visitor centre where there is also toilets and Rumbles café to purchase refreshments.

Reviewed By Jack500x

Beautiful walks around the water ???? dog friendly. After a nice walk you can go down to the restaurant and have a lovely meal , good choice of food . Definitely recommend

9. St Mary's Church

Church Street, Edwinstowe, Mansfield NG21 9QA England +44 1623 822430 http://www.stmaryt.org/
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4.5 based on 45 reviews

St Mary's Church

Reviewed By AfricanSunset77 - Gillingham, United Kingdom

When we arrived we were greeted by a very friendly gentle man by the name of Harold, who gave us a guided tour and explanation of the history of the Church and the local area. It was really nice to, one have the church open to the public (unlike other churches) and two, someone to explain the history and background of the church. The guided tour by the Harold was more informative about Sherwood, Nottingham, Robin Hood and the Kings than the actual Sherwood Forest visitors centre which had nothing. I would recommend that one definitely visits this Church and take in the beauty, history of the local area.

10. The Brown Cow

31 Ratcliffe Gate, Mansfield NG18 2JA England +44 1623 645854 http://www.rawbrew.com/browncow/
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4.5 based on 93 reviews

The Brown Cow

Reviewed By thall38 - Nottingham, United Kingdom

My New Years Resolution is to go here more often. Lovely staff. The best pies. A good mixture of down to earth, friendly people. Quirky wallpaper. Games, books and magazines. Log fire. What more could anyone need!

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