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Yes, it's a big weekend for Christmas shopping -- but there are so many other things going on, so check out our guide below to places to go.

Forget Christmas shopping! -- 25 OTHER things to do in Worksop area at weekend

12 Days of Christmas Competition in Nottinghamshire

Chance to win prizes thanks to giveaway to boost tourism in Worksop

To celebrate Ben Rhodes taking over Carlton House Antique centre in Carlton Road he hosted an event with TV antiques expert James Lewis from Flog It cutting the ribbon and giving valuations in return for charity donations. Pictured James Lewis and Edward Otter from Bamfords with Katrina Black, Angela Canning-Jones and Eileen Canning. Open Tuesday to Saturday 10a to 4pm.

Bargain Hunt and Antiques Road Trip star to give free valuations in Worksop

A scene from the Christmas lights switch-on and fireworks display in Worksop town centre last weekend. Now find out what's in store this weekend with our guide to 21 things to do and places to go.

Christmas, lights, action! 21 things to do in the Worksop area this weekend

Children were among the performers taking to the stage at the Retford Christmas switch on event

Festive fun for all the family at Retford Christmas light switch on

Worksop chrisrms lights switch on 2023.

Hundreds turn out to join in festive fun at Worksop Christmas light switch on

Santa is settling in at his grotto as we count down the days to Christmas. Check out our guide below to things to do and places to go in your area this weekend, which is packed with festive events and activities.

Festive fever is here! 20 things to do and places to go in Worksop at weekend

Anticipation is building for several free family events across the Worksop and Retford that will hail the start of the festive season.

Free festive activities lined up for Worksop and Retford

Our weekly guide to things to do and places to go over the weekend proves that the countdown to Christmas is well and truly on. For many festive events are included in our list of 20 ideas for your area.

Countdown to Christmas is on! -- 20 things to do in Worksop area this weekend

There’s still time to grab tickets for Sundown Adventureland’s iconic Christmas Spectacular which sees the theme park transform into a beautiful and breathtaking winter wonderland.

Final tickets available for Sundown Adventureland's Christmas Spectacular

At the going down of the sun.......The poppy is the symbol of a weekend that is dominated by Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday. But after paying your respects to the fallen, there is a variety of places to go and things to do over the next few days. Check out our guide

Here comes the weekend -- 20 things to do and places to go in the Worksop area
After the frights of Halloween and the fireworks of Bonfire Night, it’s an altogether more solemn scene that awaits us this weekend.

Christmas markets at Carlton House

Festive fun at Worksop's Carlton House Christmas markets

The highlight of this weekend for many is Bonfire Night on Sunday. Check out our guide to some of the fireworks displays and other events taking place in the Worksop, Retford, Mansfield, Ashfield and wider Nottinghamshire area over the next few days.

From Guy Fawkes to the Retford Mob -- 21 things to do in your area this weekend

Where will you be watching the fireworks from in Worksop?

Bonfire night in Worksop: Firework displays in and around the town

Bassetlaw Action Centre's Sarah Radford and Natalie Manning celebrate their award.

Charity goes for a hat trick

The half-term holiday is in full swing and Halloween is on its way. So sit back and enjoy our guide to things to do and places to go this weekend in your area.

All roads lead to Halloween -- 25 things to do in Worksop area this weekend

Witch Marks Cave Open Day at Creswell Crags; Celebrating Superstitions

Open invite to view ancient Witch Marks at Worksop’s Creswell Crags

With Halloween on the horizon, the two-week half-term holiday starts in schools across Nottinghamshire this weekend, so check out our guide to things to do and places to go

Pumpkin-carving, theatre week and science magic - 22 things to do this weekend

The 19th Worksop Christmas Tree Festival will once again be held at The Priory Church between Wednesday November 29 and Sunday December 3

Worksop Christmas Tree Festival

Autumn fun in Nottinghamshire

Autumn fun in Nottinghamshire - A round-up of what's going on

As Halloween creeps closer, join us on this terrifying tour of 12 of the most haunted places in Mansfield and the rest of Nottinghamshire.

Spooky! Terrifying tour of 12 haunted places in Mansfield and Nottinghamshire

Kids picking pumpkins is a surefire sign that Halloween is just around the corner, so let's whet your appetite for getting out and about with this guide to things to do and places to in your area over the coming few days.

From pumpkins and Pink Floyd to gin and Ibiza -- 17 things to do this weekend

What to do this Halloween in Worksop (Photo - Romolo Tavani - stock.adobe.com)

HALLOWEEN EVENTS: A roundup of some of the most spooktacular events in Worksop

Another weekend is almost upon us, so here is our usual guide to things to do and places to go across the Mansfield, Ashfield, Worksop, Retford and wider Nottinghamshire area.

From 'EastEnders' to Tina Turner - 12 things to do and places to go this weekend

Shaun the Sheep Art Trail

Spot Shaun the Sheep at Clumber Park art trail

Make the most of autumn with the National Trust

Escape into autumn with the National Trust at venues in Worksop

There are several pumpkin-picking spots across the area. Debdale Lane Pumpkin patch is now open, as is Maxey's Farm Shop and family-run 'Pick Your Own' in North Nottinghamshire. Halloween photo by Adobe Stock.

13 things to do in Nottinghamshire this Halloween

The annual pilgrimage to Nottingham's Goose Fair is sure to be made by many people from the Mansfield and Ashfield area this weekend. But it is only one of many places to go and things to do over the next few days, so check out our guide below.

From Goose Fair to Daleks and drag queens – 17 things to do this weekend
With Stags going great guns, the Rugby World Cup in full swing and the Cricket World Cup set to start next week, sports fans are in their element at the moment.

Skinner Brothers.

The Gathering Sounds: All you need to know for one day Teesside festival

The hugely successful Fun Palace returns to Worksop Library for its 6th year.

Free workshops and craft sessions at Worksop Library

Autumn is with us -- and another weekend is almost upon us. So check out our guide to things to do and places to go over the next few days across the Mansfield, Ashfield, Worksop and wider Nottinghamshire area.

From Fleetwood Mac to a Green Festival - 15 things to do in your area at weekend

Celebrate The Rich Diversity of Bassetlaw at the Multicultural Festival

Celebrate the rich diversity of Bassetlaw at free Multicultural Festival

Sundown Adventureland is hosting Services Weekends on specific Saturdays and Sundays throughout September, where selected professions can purchase tickets for just £10.

Theme park is celebrating emergency services by offering discounted tickets

Festival of Food and Drink celebrates it's 10th Anniversary this weekend

What's on this Weekend?: 10th Anniversary of Festival of Food and Drink at Thore...

SOS Charity Fashion Shows is hosting the event for Edwinstowe and the Dukeries Lions Club

Designer wear on offer at charity fashion show planned in Edwinstowe

Framework's Big Sleep Out 2022

Sleeping Bag War On Homelessness in Nottingham

Some of the therapy horses enjoying the sunshine. (Photo by: Zoe Saari)

Passionate journey: legacy shines through Humanship UK launch

Sherwood Forest is all set for the cycling race.

Tour of Britain – how to watch the cycling race at Sherwood Forest tomorrow

Here are some of the best autumn walks in or near Worksop

11 best Autumn walks near Worksop for all the family as we prepare to say farewe...

Friends Julia Kowalczyk and Freya Strouther enjoyed lots of sponge-throwing fun in the stocks at the big Mansfield Day event last Saturday. Now check out our guide to what to do and where to go on this, the last weekend before the end of the school summer holidays,

15 things to do and places to go near Worksop and further afield on last weekend...

Get ready for a cultural experience unlike any other as Japan Fest makes its way to the Worksop Town Hall on the 22nd of October

Japan Fest comes to Worksop

Saturday Kiychen's Matt Tebbutt will appear at the Festival of Food and Drink at Thoresby Park. (Photo by: Contributed)

Discover exciting array of activities at Festival of Food and Drink

Check out our guide to things to do and places to go over the August Bank Holiday weekend in the Mansfield, Ashfield and wider Nottinghamshire area.

Here comes the Bank Holiday! 15 things to do in the Worksop area this weekend

Rufford Abbey, Ollerton.

Rufford Abbey offers discounts on outdoor activities for rest of summer

The weather suggests summer is back, so it's time for a weekend of fun in the Mansfield and Ashfield area. Check out our guide to things to do and places to go.

Food festival, Scott Mills and fun dog show -- 12 local things to do at weekend
The school holidays are in full swing and the brighter weather suggests summer is back.

Mermaid at White Post Farm.

Mermaid spotted on Nottinghamshire farm

Sherwood Forest is preparing for an invasion of Medieval knights and their households as the Robin Hood Festival continues

Warriors to descend on Sherwood Forest for Robin Hood Festival

Gatecrasher 30th Anniversary Show at Don Valley Bowl adds yet more DJs and a second stage

Epic Gatecrasher 30th Anniversary Show adds yet more DJs and a second stage

Richard Ballard announced as Lifetime Achievement Award winner. (Photo by: North Notts Business Awards)

Founder of Bassetlaw removals firm honoured with lifetime achievement award

Robin Hood Festival, Kim Abbott was helping run the willow weaving workshop

Visitors get closer to nature at Robin Hood Festival weekend

Some great ideas to keep the kids entertained when it's lagging it down

The best 8 activities to occupy your children on rainy days

Children are in with a chance of winning a gardening set when they enter the Notcutts garden trail for free this August. [Credit/Copyright: Notcutts Ltd].

Worksop garden centre hosts free children’s activity trail

Summer holiday fun at Sundown Adventureland

Summer holiday fun at Sundown Adventureland

The Gloworm Festival returns for its 7th year this weekend

The sun is set to shine on Gloworm Festival this weekend

If you need a breath of fresh air, why not explore the 1.6 kilometre loop trail at Creswell Crags? Or walk in the footsteps of early humans and woolly mammoths through the dramatic gorge, take in the Ice Age rock art and enjoy exploring the woodland, meadow, and reflective lake.

The top 5 outdoor venues to visit in and around Worksop