Location: Mansfield
Top Things to do in Mansfield
The 10 Best Things to do in Mansfield, England
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
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 96 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 714 reviews
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. Mansfield Fire Museum
4. The calvie gallery
5. Sherwood Forest Trekking Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 50 reviews
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.
6. Go Ape Sherwood
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 456 reviews
Famous by its historical association with the legend of Robin Hood, Sherwood Pines Forest Park is the largest forest open to the public in the East Midlands. Just 20 miles from Nottingham, our leafy hideout offers the best views over 3000 acres of stunning woodland.
7. Sherwood Pines
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 818 reviews
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
8. Sherwood Forest Railway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 184 reviews
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.
9. Carr Lane Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
10. Pleasley Colliery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 143 reviews
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.
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