BrackenXcapes

Thanks to the site’s Nottinghamshire location near transport links like the A1 and several B roads, this is a smashing base from which to explore everything Robin Hood Country has to offer. Sherwood Forest (half an hour’s drive) was the legendary lair of Robin Hood, and once there you can follow the Robin Hood Trail to The Major Oak (20 minutes), while there are themed kids’ rides at Robin Hoods Wheelgate Park (25 minutes). Newark-on-Trent (15 minutes) is a historic and pretty market town overlooked by its castle, while Lincoln (half an hour) and its medieval cathedral are just a bit north. After big-city lights? The museums, shopping and pub scene of Nottingham (45 minutes) lie to the south. Adventurous activities include racing around the track at PF International Kart Circuit (20 minutes) and – a handy idea to bear in mind for rainy days – escape rooms at LetsXcape. For cosy family fun days, settle down to chess or backgammon at LetsXcape Together Board Game and Event Café in central Newark (both 10 minutes).