The race is on to the weekend -- 10 things to do in Mansfield and Ashfield area
By Richard Silverwood
Published 7th Sep 2022, 07:00 BST
As the Tour Of Britain heads into town again, the race is also on to another weekend of things to do and places to go in the Mansfield and Ashfield area.
The school summer holidays might be over, but Thursday’s big cycling event is the mere prelude to a host of events and activities taking place, and we’ve come up with our usual package of ideas for getting out and about.
Movies top the agenda, with Ashfield staging its first film festival and a James Bond classic providing outdoor cinema entertainment at Sherwood Pines.
Big names are high on the list too – from Mansfield’s own Becky Adlington to former bands, the Eagles and T’Pau.
You can even go on a space voyage at Southwell Minster, or more orthodox voyages around the county to help local churches.
Wherever you’re heading, don’t forget to check the individual website of your destination for ticket details, opening times and admission prices.
Have a great weekend!
Big names are high on the list too – from Mansfield’s own Becky Adlington to former bands, the Eagles and T’Pau.
5. Ride or stride for local churches
Make your Saturday walk or cycle a church-saving one with Ride+Stride 2022. The initiative, run by the Nottinghamshire Historic Churches Trust, invites us to get on our bikes or take a stroll through the county's countryside, exploring our historic churches. Get sponsored or make a donation to raise funds for those churches, helping to preserve them. Last year, £14,000 was raised. This year, churches in Mansfield, Kirkby, Huthwaite, Cuckney, Warsop, Ravenshead, Annesley, Blidworth and Edwinstowe are taking part. Photo: Submitted
See Southwell Minster as you've never seen it before thanks to a unique space voyage every evening next week from Monday to Friday. It's a spectacular son et lumiere experience that takes the audience on an immersive journey through the minster while beautiful space-themed projections highliight the building's stunning architecture -- all set to bespoke music. Book your tickets online. Photo: Submitted
Let's hope the weather plays ball because Mansfield Woodhouse locals are in for a treat on Sunday when the hugely respected Pleasley Colliery Welfare Brass Band stage a free concert at Yeoman Hill Park on Priory Road from 2 pm to 4 pm. There is no charge. Simply take a picnic, sit back and enjoy the music. Photo: Submitted
It's not unusual to spot a Tawny owl at the Ravensdale local nature reserve in Mansfield. But the site, which lies on the steep slopes of the Maun Valley, is also famous for its breathtaking views over the town and its countryside, not to mention for its oak woodland and mosaic of habitats for birds, mammals and insects. It is accessed off Mossdale Road, Barringer Road, Austin Close and Lansbury Gardens. Photo: Submitted