Attractions in Shireoaks & Things to Do in Shireoaks
(and nearby)

Mr Straws House (2 Miles)*
Step back in time to the early 20th century and find out how a grocer's family lived in this market town.
Harley Gallery (3 Miles)*
The award-winning Harley Gallery has a national reputation for excellence and innovation.
Creswell Crags Museum and Education Centre (3 Miles)*
Creswell Crags is a world famous archaeological site, set in a limestone gorge with caves and lake.
Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife & Falconry Centre (3 Miles)*
Discover a wild family day out, catch a glimpse into a faraway world and make friends with creatures great and small.

Clumber Park (5 Miles)*
Clumber Park in Nottinghamshire is a magnificent 3,800 acre country park, now managed by The National Trust.
Bolsover Castle (8 Miles)*
Bolsover Castle in Derbyshire is well off the beaten track in a former coal-mining area. It offers three wonderful buildings in one unique attraction.
Wetlands Animal Park (9 Miles)*
Set in over 32 acres and Nottighamshires only Zoo Wetlands houses more than 25 different species of animals and offers people of all ages the chance to interact with exotic and domestic animals from all over the globe.
Hardwick Hall (11 Miles)*
One of the most splendid houses in England. Built by Bess of Hardwick in the 1590s, and unaltered since: yet its huge windows and high ceilings make it feel strikingly modern.
Stainsby Mill (11 Miles)*
Discover for yourself the tranquil workplace of a 19th century miller.
Conisbrough Castle (11 Miles)*
Those who have read Sir Walter Scott's novel Ivanhoe will immediately recognize Conisbrough Castle which was featured in the famous story, set in Medieval England.
Sheffield Botanical Garden (14 Miles)*
Sheffield Botanical Gardens were designed in 1834 by Robert Marnock, a leading horticulturalist and landscape designer. The Gardens are listed by English Heritage as a Grade II site of special historic and architectural interest.
Doncaster Museum & Art Gallery (14 Miles)*
Doncaster Museum & Art Gallery is full of exciting collections depicting various aspects of natural history, archaeology, local history and fine and decorative art.
The Traditional Heritage Museum (14 Miles)*
This Sheffield museum comprises a fascinating collection of artefacts, housed in small reconstructed workshops representing typical local trades.
Cusworth Hall, Museum and Park (14 Miles)*
Cusworth Hall, Museum and Park has now re-opened to the public after several years of extensive restoration work.The Hall and its surrounding parkland have been transformed
Newstead Abbey (16 Miles)*
Founded as a monastic house in the late twelfth century, Newstead became the Byron family seat in 1540. Newstead's most famous owner, the poet Lord Byron, sold the property in 1818.
Brodsworth Hall (16 Miles)*
Brodsworth Hall in Yorkshire is one of the most authentic Victorian country houses in England.
Longshaw Estate (18 Miles)*
Set in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside and enjoying spectacular views of the Peak District, the Longshaw Estate reveals some of the area's most fascinating local history.
The Workhouse (18 Miles)*
Although the name of the National Trust usually conjures up pictures of stately homes and gardens, the Workhouse is equally worthy of a visit.
Vina Cooke Museum of Dolls & Bygone Childhood (18 Miles)*
The Museum houses a large collection of dolls from the 18th century to the present day in a late 17th century Dower house and former rectory of considerable interest
Chatsworth (19 Miles)*
Chatsworth is the home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, and has been the family home of the Cavendish family since 1549.There's always something different to see, do and discover at Chatsworth.
Hatfield Water Park (19 Miles)*
The Water Park Lake is used for canoeing, dinghy sailing, windsurfing and sub-aqua. Structured RYA and BCU Courses are run at the Water Park for both adults and juniors.
Lea Gardens (19 Miles)*
Lea Gardens, which have been established for 45 years, contain a unique collection of highly acclaimed rhododendrons, azaleas kalmias and other plants collected from the far corners of the world.
Crich Tramway Village (19 Miles)*
Ride through history on Vintage Trams from all over the world. They run every few minutes to take you through a Period Street, beneath the elegant Bowe-Lyon Bridge, and on to open countryside with views that take your breath away.
Epworth Old Rectory (20 Miles)*
Samuel Wesley, the Rector of Epworth, built the house in 1709 after fire had destroyed the earlier building from which his son, John was rescued as a 'brand plucked from the burning'.
Wentworth Castle Gardens (20 Miles)*
One of the most important historic gardens in the North of England, this hidden gem celebrates its 300th anniversary in 2009.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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