But this is not all, from being one of the town's key achievements in transportation, to the world of literature and publishing, with connections to the English dictionary, Mansfield is renowned for its fascinating history of invention and influence.
9. Houses of Parliament
Houses of Parliament: Hard red and white sandstone quarried near Mansfield Woodhouse was used to build the Houses of Parliament at Westminster. This impressive, iconic building at the heart of our capital city wouldn't be standing today if it wasn't for Mansfield. Photo: pexels-sevenstormphotography-575372
10. English Dictionary
The English Dictionary: Mansfield-born Robert Dodsley was a British author and playwright. He later established himself as a publisher in 1735, publishing Samuel Johnson’s poem London (1738). Dodsley approached Johnson to undertake the monumental task of producing a comprehensive English dictionary after seeing a market it, and then assembled a consortium of publishers to support the endeavor. Photo: pexels-ian-panelo-4440720
11. Oldest Railway
Oldest Railway: The Mansfield & Pinxton Railway, completed in 1819, was the first double-track line approved by Parliament. It is not in full use today, but parts of its route are used for different purposes. The passenger service was withdrawn in 1964, though the line between Kirkby and Mansfield was revived as the Robin Hood Line for passenger service in the 1990s, while the section between Kirkby and Langley Mill is now used for freight only. Photo: National World