Guidebook for Dry Doddington
Drinks & Nightlife
The regulars are all friendly and easy to get on with. There is a good range of beers, wines and spirits.
Wheatsheaf Inn
Main StreetThe regulars are all friendly and easy to get on with. There is a good range of beers, wines and spirits.
Sightseeing
They have diverse collection of aircraft and cockpit sections covers the history of aviation; the aircraft on display include 13 National Benchmark aircraft; 34 Significant aircraft and 21 Noteworthy aircraft as listed in the National Aviation Heritage Register. Nearly two thirds of the exhibits are now displayed inside.
In addition to the aircraft the museum displays a diverse display of aviation artefacts and a collection of more than thirty five aero engines.
21 locals recommend
Newark Air Museum
Drove LaneThey have diverse collection of aircraft and cockpit sections covers the history of aviation; the aircraft on display include 13 National Benchmark aircraft; 34 Significant aircraft and 21 Noteworthy aircraft as listed in the National Aviation Heritage Register. Nearly two thirds of the exhibits are now displayed inside.
In addition to the aircraft the museum displays a diverse display of aviation artefacts and a collection of more than thirty five aero engines.
Newark Castle and Gardens are lovely, formal gardens bordered by the remaining walls of Newark Castle which was partly destroyed in 1646 at the end of the English Civil War. The Castle has stood proudly on the banks of the River Trent for nearly 900 years.
15 locals recommend
Newark Castle station
Newark Castle and Gardens are lovely, formal gardens bordered by the remaining walls of Newark Castle which was partly destroyed in 1646 at the end of the English Civil War. The Castle has stood proudly on the banks of the River Trent for nearly 900 years.
It’s a must see in the area the architecture is stunning as too are the gardens
87 locals recommend
Belvoir Castle
Woolsthorpe RoadIt’s a must see in the area the architecture is stunning as too are the gardens
Parks & Nature
Largest Adventure play park in Lincolnshire, plus they have lovely gardens and an amazing cafe
Belton Woods Spa
Gonerby Grange LaneLargest Adventure play park in Lincolnshire, plus they have lovely gardens and an amazing cafe
Amazing alpaca farm that allows you to wander around the alpacas and also has a cafe with huge viewing windows for you to watch the alpaca through. Ran by Jessica and James
J and J Alpacas
Clensey LaneAmazing alpaca farm that allows you to wander around the alpacas and also has a cafe with huge viewing windows for you to watch the alpaca through. Ran by Jessica and James
Arts & Culture
It was Britain's deadliest conflict and one which shaped our modern world. Why did brother take up arms against brother and how did a once all-powerful monarch lose his head to the axe man?
Discover how the people of Newark survived three sieges by dodging cannon fire, hammering flat family silver to make coins, only for plague to ravage the town. Put yourself on the front line, feel the weight of armour and weapons and aim to destroy the Governor’s House as a Parliamentarian gunner.
18 locals recommend
National Civil War Centre Newark Museum
14 Appleton GateIt was Britain's deadliest conflict and one which shaped our modern world. Why did brother take up arms against brother and how did a once all-powerful monarch lose his head to the axe man?
Discover how the people of Newark survived three sieges by dodging cannon fire, hammering flat family silver to make coins, only for plague to ravage the town. Put yourself on the front line, feel the weight of armour and weapons and aim to destroy the Governor’s House as a Parliamentarian gunner.
Essentials
Cooperative Food
27 Main RdGood selection of everything you need it’s a mini supermarket
Food Scene
Attached to claypole village hall is the recently opened Sidehouse Cafe, which has a lovely selection of treats and very friendly staff
Village Hall station
Attached to claypole village hall is the recently opened Sidehouse Cafe, which has a lovely selection of treats and very friendly staff
Sharricks Fish Bar
46 Main RdLovely takeaway, friendly staff and great prices
Entertainment & Activities
ODEON Newark
23 London RdAll the big blockbusters are here