National Trust - Mr Straw's House is a museum in Worksop. The Edwardian semi-detached house and its contents have remained largely unchanged since the 1920s. It opened to the public in 1993. Located on Blyth Grove. For opening times, prices and what to expect from your visit, see more at: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/mr-straws-houseplaceholder image
National Trust - Mr Straw's House is a museum in Worksop. The Edwardian semi-detached house and its contents have remained largely unchanged since the 1920s. It opened to the public in 1993. Located on Blyth Grove. For opening times, prices and what to expect from your visit, see more at: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/mr-straws-house

Local and community history month: 10 museums and historical sites to visit in North Nottinghamshire

By Phoebe Cox
Published 5th Aug 2024, 11:35 BST
Updated 7th May 2025, 14:51 BST
May is Local and Community History Month, a time to celebrate and promote local history across the UK.

So, if you're looking for ideas for a day out, whether on your own or with family, here are nine museums and historical sites in the North Nottinghamshire area that are definitely worth visiting.

Pleasley Pit Visitor Centre & Mining Museum. Discover the fascinating stories of the area's mining history by exploring this interactive museum on the Nottinghamshire/Derbyshire border. For more details about this heritage site, visit: www.pleasleypittrust.org.uk/

9. Pleasley Pit Visitor Centre & Mining Museum

Pleasley Pit Visitor Centre & Mining Museum. Discover the fascinating stories of the area's mining history by exploring this interactive museum on the Nottinghamshire/Derbyshire border. For more details about this heritage site, visit: www.pleasleypittrust.org.uk/ Photo: Phoebe Cox

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Creswell Crags is an archaeological site and museum near Worksop. Walk in the footsteps of early humans and woolly mammoths through this dramatic gorge. Marvel at the Ice Age rock art still visible in these caves and enjoy nature. More information can be found at: www.creswell-crags.org.uk/

10. Creswell Crags

Creswell Crags is an archaeological site and museum near Worksop. Walk in the footsteps of early humans and woolly mammoths through this dramatic gorge. Marvel at the Ice Age rock art still visible in these caves and enjoy nature. More information can be found at: www.creswell-crags.org.uk/ Photo: Creswell Crags

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