A Facebook Group functions like a forum or chatroom. It's a space for people to have discussions, share photos, ask questions, and interact with the broader community.
In the past decade, community Facebook groups have become increasingly popular. Sometimes the groups are intended for residents of a specific estate or village, while others are created for individuals with special interests or are managed by local charities or organisations.
These groups can also be a valuable tool for local businesses to promote their services, but only on specific days and in compliance with group guidelines.
We've identified some local Facebook groups in the Mansfield and Ashfield area that you can join if you're new to the area or a Facebook user. Please be aware that each group has different rules, and you may be eligible to join some but not others.
These are just some recommendations to get you started.

9. Doggy Dens UK Rescue
Our friends at Doggy Dens UK Rescue, based at Rex Pet Hotel in Cuckney, run a Facebook group with over 11,000 members. The group share exclusive rescue updates, dogs available for adoption and more behind the scenes content. View group here: www.facebook.com/groups/858365078241660 Photo: Brian Eyre

10. Warsop Community Group
'Warsop Community Group' is an active Facebook group with over 6,000 members. The group is designed for local individuals who are passionate about discovery, improvement, doing things right, helping others, and enhancing the area for everyone's enjoyment. It encompasses the broader Parish area, but since it is a private group, members must adhere to group rules before being accepted. Two of the rules state that members must have a profile photo and set Warsop as their location. Photo: Brian Eyre

11. Nottinghamshire Business, News and Events.
Nottinghamshire Business, News and Events is a public forum for Nottinghamshire community, discussion and promoting local businesses and events. See here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/360503777464469 Photo: National World

12. Huthwaite Community
Huthwaite Community is a public group for residents. It currently has more than 10,000 members. View here: www.facebook.com/groups/640424846104292 (Photo: Scouts in Huthwaite prepare to go on camp in the 1980's Photo: National World