Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire

With buildings spanning history from medieval to the Victorian era and country parks, Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire has so much to explore for visitors. Plan your visit to the places we care for in these two counties in the Midlands.

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North front of Belton House framed with trees in the sunshine

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Belton Estate

Generations of the Brownlow family made their mark on Belton. Today, Belton welcomes new generations to explore the ancient deer park, picnic in the pleasure grounds, or burn off energy in our largest outdoor adventure playground.

Place

Clumber Park

Clumber Park is a beautiful expanse of parkland, heath and woods covering more than 3,800 acres. Explore picturesque parkland and gardens, peaceful woodlands and a magnificent lake.

The front of the imposing workhouse building with a bright green hedge in front of it in the kitchen garden.

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The Workhouse & Infirmary

Atmospheric Victorian workhouse

The house at Gunby surrounded by green nature and sunlight with the clock tower in the background

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Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens

A homely country house dated 1700 set in Victorian walled gardens at the foot of the Lincolnshire Wolds

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Tattershall Castle

Magnificent 15th century red brick castle - what wealth and power looks like

Children collect their rockets after launch, to see how far they flew

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Woolsthorpe Manor

Isaac Newton changed the world here

A view of the former golf course and beach at Sandilands on the Lincolnshire coast in Autumn 2023.

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Sandilands

A new haven for nature on Lincolnshire's wild coast

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Mr Straw's House

An Ordinary house, an extraordinary home

Spring in the walled kitchen garden at Clumber

Gardens and parks in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire

Family visitors at Clumber Park walk under a canopy of trees towards the Walled Kitchen Garden.

Walking in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire

The South Front of Belton House with blossom blooming in front of the house

Houses and buildings in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire

A happy spaniel walking with its owner on the grass at at Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire

Dog-friendly places in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire

A cup of coconut hot chocolate with a topping of whipped cream is positioned bottom-right on a wooden surface with yellow lights out of focus in the background.

Places to eat in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire

Stretch your legs and breath in the fresh air on these summer walks

Trail

Belton Park walk

This circular walk at Belton Park passes key features of ancient woodland and the site of a deserted medieval village.

Trail

A glimpse of southern Clumber

Stroll through woodland and agricultural land in some of the quieter parts of Clumber, then finish by the lakeside on a walk that's perfect for all seasons.

See all the walks near you

From the parkland, woods and lakeside views of Clumber Park to the ancient woodland around Belton House, discover where to go for the best walks in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire.

A view across the lake to the Ornamental Bridge with blue skies and sunshine

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Clumber Park

With 3,800 acres of parkland to explore, there's so much to see and do at Clumber Park this summer.

3 boys, a little girl and lady cycling in woodland

Activity

Getting active at Clumber Park

From lakeside runs to woodland rides, Clumber Park has 20 miles of trails for cyclists, runners and walkers to explore.

An adult and child touching a large fireplace which is almost taller than them at Tattershall Castle

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Tattershall

Discover one of the finest surviving examples of English medieval brickwork at a historic castle.

Sandilands Golf course with waves on the beach at Sandilands, Lincolnshire

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Sandilands

Explore a developing nature haven and bird paradise at Sandilands in Lincolnshire, part of the Lincolnshire Coastal Country Park network.

A blurred view of four people cycling on a path between trees at Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire.

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Sustainable travel in Nottinghamshire & Lincolnshire

There are a number of sustainable options for travelling to and from the places in our care in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire, whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your visit.

Volunteer talking with visitors at Gunby Hall, Lincolnshire

Volunteering in Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire

Interested in becoming a volunteer with the National Trust in Nottinghamshire or Lincolnshire? Discover more about helping to care for the special places we look after.

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Summer of Play at Belton

Belton Estate, Grantham, Lincolnshire

Summer of Play is returning to Belton, bigger and better than ever before! Summer of play is sponsored by Starling Bank.

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Summer of Play at Gunby

Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens, Spilsby, Lincolnshire

Discover a summer jam-packed with fun here at Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens from Thursday 11 July to Sunday 8 September.

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National Garden Scheme Day

Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens, Spilsby, Lincolnshire

Join us on Saturday 27 July from 10 am - 4 pm, as we open the gardens for the National Garden Scheme. We'll have a riot of colour throughout the garden as well as local trade and craft stalls. Normal Admission charges apply.

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Summer of Play at Clumber Park

Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire

Are you ready for a Summer of Play? Discover a summer full of imaginative ways to play with 7 exciting zones, jam-packed with activities for all ages.

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Join in with Summer of Play

Sandilands, Mablethorpe, Lincolnshire

There's lots of fun to be had this summer at Sandilands.

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'Solace' an exhibition by Claire Carrington

Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens, Spilsby, Lincolnshire

From Friday 12 July - Thursday 8 August we welcome Claire Carrington's new art exhibition - ‘Solace’ Exploring the joys of nature through colour, light and texture.