Here are the top spots around Bassetlaw to stretch your legs and blow away the cobwebs

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In Pictures: Bassetlaw’s best-kept secrets for a perfect winter stroll

By Tracy Smith

Published 3rd Nov 2026, 10:03 GMT

When the crisp autumn air turns to winter’s frost, Bassetlaw transform into some of the most spectacular walking destinations in Nottinghamshire.

From the historic, ancient canopy of Clumber Park and Sherwood Forest to the sweeping panoramic views atop transformed colliery trails like Bevercotes and Daneshill, the colder months bring a unique, quiet magic to our local Bassetlaw countryside.

13. Kings Park

Located right in the heart of Retford, this award-winning, 25-acre park is bound by the River Idle on one side and the Chesterfield Canal on the other, making it an incredibly scenic and vibrant spot for a crisp winter stroll. Photo: Google

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In Pictures: Bassetlaw’s best-kept secrets for a perfect winter stroll

When the crisp autumn air turns to winter’s frost, Bassetlaw transform into some of the most spectacular walking destinations in Nottinghamshire.

13. Kings Park

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