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6 Things to do in Ollerton That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Ollerton, United Kingdom including Spirit Gifts, Rufford Abbey Country Park, Ollie’s Fun Shack, Thoresby Courtyard and Gallery, Rufford Abbey, Bedlam Paintball Sheffield.
1. Spirit Gifts
2. Rufford Abbey Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 938 reviews
A beautiful country park set around the 12th-century ruins of Rufford Abbey. Gardens, lakeside walks & woodland, shops, cafe, restaurant, tea shop, and a small exhibition about the life of the medieval monks who once lived here. Play area for young children. Good access for prams, pushchairs, mobility scooters and wheelchairs. Accessible loos. We open every day except Xmas Day and it's free to enter. Car park charge. Dogs welcome on a lead. A relaxing and magical place to visit.
Reviewed By 786carolb - Birmingham, United Kingdom
Friday 29 November 19, my friend and I visited historic Rufford Abbey. It was a really cold wintery day with a lovely winter sun. In 1146 Gilbert de Gaunt, Earl of Lincoln, founded the Cistercian abbey of St Mary the Virgin. The monks of this order, also known as the ‘white monks’ because of their habits of undyed wool, believed in the value of an austere life based upon prayer and hard work. Rufford Abbey was moderately wealthy and able to sustain a community of monks between its completion in about 1170 and its suppression in 1536. Rufford was one of the first abbeys in England to be affected by the Suppression of the Monasteries, and the whole estate was quickly acquired by George Talbot, 4th Earl of Shrewsbury. The conversion of the west range of monastic buildings into a house (1560–90) was undertaken by the sixth earl, who was the fourth and final husband of the indomitable Bess of Hardwick, from whom he was then bitterly estranged. In 1610, a new projecting wing was added to the northern end of this range. The estate was inherited in 1626 by Mary Talbot, sister of the 7th and 8h Earls of Shrewsbury, and it passed to her husband, George Savile. William Savile, George’s successor, made Rufford Abbey the seat of the Savile family after he burnt down the Saviles’ original home in order to prevent its being occupied by a Parliamentarian garrison during the Civil War. In 1679, the Savile family constructed a new north wing on the site of the abbey church, containing reception rooms and a long gallery. They also built the large stable block to the right of the house. The surviving roofed southern service wing (currently used as offices) was also added by the Saviles in the 17th century. In 1938, the 3rd Baron Savile inherited the Rufford estate as a minor, but his trustees split it into lots and sold it off. In the 20th Century the abbey and park were bought by Nottinghamshire County Council in 1952, and the north and east wings were demolished in 1956. The remaining west range and south service wing were put into the care of the Ministry of Works at the same date. My friend and I walked round this lovely abbey and then we strolled through the lovely sculpture gardens and took some wonderful photographs. I even found inspiration here for I wrote a poem call 'The Rose In Winter'. My friend and I then looked round the lovely Xmas Craft Shops and I purchased some 'Foxy' Xmas tree decorations, some Xmas cards and a classic book 'Cider With Rosie'. Afterwards, My friend and I then visited 'The Coach House' Café, where we had hot fish finger butties and a latte for me and tea for my friend. We spent a nice hour here getting warm after our lovely walk round the abbey and grounds. If you want a lovely place to visit or walk at any time of the year, then Rufford Abbey is a must.
3. Ollie’s Fun Shack
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By jillpash
We love Ollies funshack, I can take my grandchildren and have a coffee while they are playing, then we can have lunch there too as the prices are really good. I cannot wait for them to reopen.
4. Thoresby Courtyard and Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 372 reviews
Thoresby Park, courtyard, museum and Gallery is located in the private Country Estate of Thoresby. Within the Grade 2 listed 18th Century Courtyard is a host of boutique shops along with the renowned Courtyard Coffee Shop along with the Queens Royal Lancers Military Museum. After a coffee stroll around the acres of parkland and woods, on our easy walking trails taking in the beauty of the ancient Sherwood Forest oak trees and the wildlife that call it home. Why not visit on one of our many event days or book your own private event in our dedicated spaces. The event venue is also available for training and conferencing, speak to our events team today to discuss how we can help with all your needs. We look forward to welcoming you to Thoresby very soon.
5. Rufford Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Edward02 - Rotherham, United Kingdom
I met a friend for a walk round Rufford Country Park on a lovely sunny September day. Very well organised and Covoid safe. Plenty of places to sit and relax, have a picnic and sit in the sun. Car parking is £4 for the day and you can buy your ticket in advance. A great day out.
6. Bedlam Paintball Sheffield
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