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Plan your summer and discover Nottinghamshire
Welcome to the first issue of our new weekly summer attractions guide. Over the next six weeks we'll bring you a hand-picked selection of some of Nottinghamshire's best days out and activities.
Whether you're looking for affordable family fun, relaxing weekend activities, or to try something completely new, we guarantee there'll be something for everyone!
 Clip 'n Climb
 Phoenix Park, NG8 6AR
Looking for a great family day out, whatever the weather? With 32 exciting climbing challenges and no experience required, Clip ân Climb is suitable for visitors of all ages and ability. Why not test your stamina and resolve on Triffid, hold your nerve on the Stairway to Heaven, take a giant Leap of Faith or set a record time on Speed Climb.
Clip 'n Climb is a short stroll from both Phoenix Park and Cinderhill tram stops. The air-conditioned centre is open every day during the school holidays, with sessions running from 10am until 4pm. After climbing, you can also relax in the spacious onsite café or chill on the upper mezzanine, with locally roasted coffee, delicious homemade pizzas and freshly prepared meals at affordable prices.
City of Caves
 Garnerâs Hill Steps, NG1 1HF
Nottingham has the UK's largest network of caves - over 800 are hidden beneath its streets. At the City of Caves, you can discover the largest publicly available section of this vast underground network. Enjoy a memorable adventure in history at the heart of this subterranean wonder.
Immerse yourself in the winding passageways of an underground world. Discover the lives of the people who found themselves living and working in this extraordinary environment. Soak up the atmosphere of the ancient caves carved deep beneath Nottinghamâs city centre, including WW2 air raid shelters and a medieval tannery.
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Newark Castle
 Newark, NG24 1BG
Newark Castle is a listed 12th century monument, set in beautifully maintained Green Flag winning gardens with the River Trent flowing beside.
The castle is set to host a season of fantastic outdoor theatre this summer. Across July and August, six shows will delight audiences young and old with sensational stories told against this remarkable historic backdrop.
Pack your picnics and blankets and settle in for a great evening of entertainment in the summer sunshine.
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Escapologic
 Stanford Street, NG1 7AQ
Escapologic is Nottinghamâs most immersive escape room company, proudly locking people in rooms since 2015!
They offer ten different experiences over three sites, ranging from fun, family-friendly escapes like the steampunk workshop known as Con-trap-tion, or the adventurous Robin of Lockskey, to terrifying horror encounters like the infamous Butcher room or the haunted Howitz toyshop.
Grab your partner, friends or family and come get locked in, they promise to let you outâŠeventually!
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Clumber Park
 Worksop, S80 3BE
Whether youâre wanting a day out with the kids, an outdoor theatre performance with friends or a relaxed afternoon listening to live music, Clumber Park has it covered this summer.
Until Monday 4 September, the park offers five exciting zones jam-packed with activities for children of all ages. Every Friday, pack a picnic for the open-air theatre performances, ranging from daytime child-focused fun to evenings of literary classics. On Sundays, kick back and relax in the sunshine with live music.
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Sherwood Pines
 Mansfield, NG21 9JL
Enjoy a woodland adventure in the great outdoors, whatever the weather.
With walking trails, play areas, bike hire, wild running and mountain biking routes for all abilities, Sherwood Pines will set the scene for a great family day out. Even the dog can come! And if youâre feeling peckish after your adventures, drop in to the Sherwood Pines CafĂ© for a range of locally sourced snacks.
Why not top off your trip with an overnight stay? Forest Holidays and Forestry England Camping are right on the doorstep.
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Theatre School
 Squire Performing Arts Centre, NG1 4JB
Children aged 8-18 will discover their talents and grow in confidence during this week-long drama programme.
Not your usual singing and dancing classes - this programme is for the serious budding actor! Led by a professional actor and director, your child will learn improvisation, movement, voice and stagecraft, with the chance to stage and design their own production.
A fantastic opportunity to experience the magic of a professional live theatre environment. ÂŁ160 a week with sibling discounts available.
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Bolsover Castle
 Bolsover, S44 6PR
The Stuart mansion Bolsover Castle never fails to impress. Be transported to a lost age of aristocratic extravagance as you discover lavishly decorated rooms, the astonishing riding school and the wonderfully recreated garden.
On Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 July, see Bolsover Castle under attack in 'Siege!' Visit the encampments, watch soldiers prepare for battle and witness the generals issue their rallying cry before the opposing armies hurtle into action.
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Wollaton HallÂ
 Wollaton, NG8 2AE
Wollaton Hall is one of the countryâs finest Grade I listed Elizabethan buildings and the largest dedicated Natural History Museum in the county.
Discover the museum, exhibitions, tours and events, or venture outdoors to the lake, formal gardens, Camellia House, trails and play areas.
Since the 14th century, herds of deer have roamed Wollatonâs 500 acres of parkland, which is home to all kinds of habitats including grassland, wetland and woodland.
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Newstead Abbey
 Ravenshead, NG15 8NA
Steeped in over 800 years of history, Newstead is a monastic Abbey from the late 12th century and former home of Romantic poet Lord Byron.
Inside the Abbey there is much to discover, including Byronâs private apartments, the Victorian Kitchen and room displays, plus cloisters from the monastic period.
The 300 acres of parkland owes much of its beauty to the River Leen feeding the lakes, ponds and cascades that ornament its gardens, along with its wildlife of peacocks and swans.
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Nottingham Castle
 Lenton Road, NG1 6EL
Nottingham Castle boasts 1000 years of history.
The Ducal Palace contains galleries and exhibitions with interactive and immersive displays. Visitors can also explore the castle grounds, adventure play area, cave tours and Brewhouse Yard cottages.
Pay once, visit all year round! Admission is just ÂŁ12 per adult and kids under 15 go free (three children per adult).
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