🌲 Local Guide — Explore Nottinghamshire from Whitehaven

Welcome to Whitehaven, your modern countryside base in Warsop, Nottinghamshire.
Nestled between Sherwood Forest and the Peak District, we’re surrounded by history, nature, and family-friendly attractions.
Whether you’re here to relax, explore, or adventure, there’s something for everyone within easy reach.

🏞️ Nature & Outdoor Adventures

Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve

📍 10 minutes away
Walk beneath ancient oaks — including the legendary Major Oak, said to shelter Robin Hood. There are walking and cycling trails, picnic spots, and a visitor centre with a café and gift shop.
Perfect for: families, walkers, photographers, and history lovers.

Clumber Park (National Trust)

📍 15 minutes away
A vast historic estate with woodlands, lakes, and miles of paths for cycling and walking.
You can hire bikes, explore the walled garden, or relax at the lakeside café.
Perfect for: picnics, cycling, and dog walks.

Peak District National Park

📍 25 minutes away
Discover dramatic landscapes, stone villages, and some of the UK’s best hiking.
Highlights include Chatsworth House, Bakewell, and Mam Tor.
Perfect for: hikers, nature enthusiasts, and scenic drives.

🏰 History & Culture

Hardwick Hall (National Trust)

📍 20 minutes away
An Elizabethan masterpiece built by the formidable Bess of Hardwick.
Explore the grand hall, manicured gardens, and surrounding parkland.
Tip: combine your visit with lunch at the on-site restaurant.

Newstead Abbey

📍 25 minutes away
The ancestral home of poet Lord Byron, featuring romantic ruins and ornamental gardens.
A lovely spot for afternoon walks and photos.

Creswell Crags

📍 15 minutes away
A limestone gorge with caves that were once home to Ice Age hunters.
There’s a fascinating museum and scenic trail along the water.
Perfect for: families and history buffs.

🍽️ Food & Drink

The Plough Inn, Warsop

📍 2 minutes away
A traditional English pub with hearty meals, a relaxed atmosphere, and friendly service.

The Black Bull, Mansfield

📍 10 minutes away
Modern gastropub serving seasonal dishes and Sunday roasts.

The Bistro at Clumber Park Hotel

📍 10 minutes away
Elegant dining with locally sourced ingredients — perfect for date night.

The Forest Table Café (Sherwood Forest)

📍 10 minutes away
Ideal for coffee and cake after a morning walk in the forest.

🛍️ Shops & Essentials

• Warsop Town Centre – 2 mins drive (Co-op, takeaways, pharmacy)

• Mansfield – 15 mins (supermarkets, high street shopping, cinema)

• Shirebrook Market – Tuesdays and Fridays for local produce

🚶 Walking Trails from the Doorstep

• Warsop Parish Trail – gentle 4-mile loop through local countryside

• Meden Trail – peaceful riverside path towards Church Warsop

• Sherwood Pines Forest Park – cycle and walking routes for all ages

🎟️ Family Fun

• Wheelgate Theme Park – waterpark & rides (15 mins)

• Go Ape Sherwood Pines – treetop adventure course (15 mins)

• White Post Farm – petting zoo & play area (20 mins)

🚗 Getting Around

• Nearest station: Shirebrook (5 mins drive)

• Mansfield: 15 mins drive

• Nottingham city centre: 45 mins drive

❤️ Local Tips from Us

• Visit Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre early morning or late afternoon for quiet walks.

• Clumber Park bike hire is brilliant — bring a picnic for lakeside views.

• Hardwick Hall has one of the best tearooms in Nottinghamshire (try the scones!).

• For a cosy evening in, grab local fish and chips and enjoy the outdoor cinema under the stars.

📍 Stay, Relax & Explore

At Whitehaven, everything is on your doorstep — ancient forests, scenic parks, and traditional English pubs.
Whether you’re hiking, sightseeing, or simply soaking in the hot tub, your countryside escape begins here.