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Pictures of Nottinghamshire

Exploring the most picturesque & historic places to visit in the county of Nottinghamshire, England.

About the county of Nottinghamshire

The county of Nottinghamshire is situated in the central regions of England and is divided into eight districts. The city of Nottingham is the birthplace of D.H Lawrence, the famous author but is more famously known for the legends of Robin Hood and Sherwood Forrest, which was once a royal hunting forrest. Nottingham Old Market Square is the biggest market square in Britain and holds an annual Goose Fair, one of Europe's largest travelling fairs dating back to 1541 where you can experience everything from white-knuckle rides to Victorian side stalls. The oldest pub in England resides in Nottingham and dates back to 1189 AD. The Jerusalem Inn is so named as it was visited by the knights on their travels to the crusades in the Holy Land, Many of the interior rooms are caves carved from the rock.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in Nottinghamshire

Winter sunset

Beeston (270 Pictures)

in the county of Nottinghamshire

Beeston is mostly remarkable for being the place where the Ist Lord Trent started work in his mother's herbal shop at the age of 14...

A picture of Edwinstowe

Edwinstowe (14 Pictures)

in the county of Nottinghamshire

In the heart of Sherwood Forest sits the historic village of Edwinstowe. Legend has it that it was here in Edwinstowe that Robin Hood married Maid Marian at the local Church of.....

Cylinder with beam down.

Papplewick (7 Pictures)

in the county of Nottinghamshire

This delightful village lies close to the forest made famous by the legendry Robin Hood and his sweetheart Maid Marian...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Nottinghamshire

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Newark Air Museum (7 Pictures)

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NOTTINGHAM CASTLE MUSEUM

Nottingham Castle Museum (16 Pictures)

This superb mansion containing Nottingham's museum and art gallery sits on a green and pleasant mound high above the city. It.....

A Robin, Sherwood Forest, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire

Sherwood Country Park (6 Pictures)

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Sherwood Heath

Sherwood Heath Local Nature Reserve (4 Pictures)

Sherwood Heath Local Nature Reserve, near Ollerton, has been designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest on account of.....

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