Things to Do in Boughton
10 attractions and days out
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Museums & Galleries
The National Holocaust Centre and Museum
This moving museum in Nottinghamshire honours Holocaust victims through powerful exhibitions and educational displays. Facilities include free parking, a restaurant, accessible toilets and picnic areas, though wheelchair access is limited.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Rufford Abbey Country Park
Explore historic abbey ruins set within beautiful parkland offering accessible paths, baby changing facilities, and affordable wheelchair hire at just £1, making it ideal for families of all ages.
Short Breaks & Holidays
Gloworm Festival
Experience a magical illuminated celebration at Thoresby Park where families can enjoy dazzling light displays in fully accessible grounds with facilities for babies and wheelchair users.
Horse Riding
Sherwood Riding School
Located at North Laithes Farm, this riding school welcomes families for equestrian experiences and offers an onsite restaurant, though facilities are limited with no wheelchair access or baby changing.
Parks & Play Areas
Thoresby Park
Enjoy sprawling grounds perfect for family picnics near Ollerton, complete with a complimentary military museum, accessible facilities, and onsite dining options for a full day of outdoor adventure.
Go Karting & Driving Experiences
Amen Corner Karting
Young drivers can build their confidence on a specially designed 300-metre junior circuit featuring gentle bends, perfect for first-time racers near Newark. Wheelchair-accessible facilities and onsite parking make this an easy day out.
Theme Parks & Funfairs
Sherwood Forest Fun Park
Located near Mansfield in Sherwood Country Park, this wheelchair-accessible funfair offers family entertainment with onsite parking, though visitors should note limited facilities are available.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Robin Hoods Major Oak Treasure Trail
Follow clues through Sherwood Forest on an exciting outdoor adventure hunt leading to the legendary ancient oak where Robin Hood and his Merry Men once gathered.
Parks & Play Areas
Sherwood Forest Country Park
Step into legend at this ancient woodland home to the famous Major Oak, where families can explore forest trails, enjoy picnics, and discover Robin Hood's stomping ground with full facilities including a café and accessible paths.
Parks & Play Areas
Sherwood Pines
Discover woodland adventure trails and play areas at this accessible forest park, perfect for families with pushchairs, dogs welcome, plus dining options or bring your own picnic.
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