Here are a selection notable individuals and hometown heroes who have put Mansfield firmly on the map.
See how many of these famous people you knew were born, lived or worked in the area.
5. Richard Bacon
Richard is a TV and radio presenter, known best for being a former host of Blue Peter. He was raised in our town and is known to still return on some occasions. Photo: m
6. James McGuinesss
Jay makes up one fifth of chart-topping boyband The Wanted. The 25-year-old went to All Saints RC School in Mansfield and attended various performing arts schools around the county. Photo: m
7. Alvin Stardust
This chart-topping 70s glam rock star was originally from Mansfield. But some people might know him as his other stage name Shane Fenton or his real name Bernard William Jewry. Photo: m
8. Dorothy Atkinson
This Mansfield-born actress has starred in several films, such as Topsy-Turvy, All or Nothing, and Mr Turner - for which she was nominated for a BIFA Award for Best Supporting Actress. Photo: m