The glorious weather over the past week has provided us with a much-needed reminder that spring is here.
With temperatures in Nottingham reaching a sweltering 16C, it’s felt much more like the end of April than the start of March.
Over the next few weeks we’re forecast to experience a few more idyllic spring days, presenting the perfect opportunity to get outside.
Day trips are a great way to explore the natural beauty that Nottinghamshire has to offer, although it can sometimes be difficult to know where to start.
Thankfully, the fine readers of Nottingham World are here to help.
We recently asked followers on our Facebook page to suggest which Nottinghamshire villages are worth visiting this spring.
After receiving more than 132 suggestions, we’ve narrowed it down to the top 15 most popular answers.
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Explore these beautiful Nottinghamshire villages on a crisp day this November | Getty Images Photo: Getty
2. Fiskerton
Nestled on the banks of the River Trent, Fiskerton is a village ideal for a daytrip this winter. The Bromley at Fiskerton pub is popular among visitors. | Trevor Rickard Photo: Trevor Rickard
3. Hardwick Village
Hardwick Village is a fascinating rural settlement within Clumber Park in the Bassetlaw district of the county, near Worksop. It consists of former labourers' cottages and a couple of farms, including Hardwick Grange. Created in the late 19th century, it was designed in a picturesque, neo-Elizabethan style specifically to give the impression of a traditional village. Photo: Graham Lee
4. East Markham
East Markham, historically also known as Great Markham, is a small village south of Retford. It includes a church and a village hall, as well as a pub, the Queens Hotel on High Street. It even produces its own cider, known as Bad Apple. A very sporty village, it is home to a football club, a BMX track, tennis courts, a bowling green and the Bassetlaw Bulldogs rugby league team. Photo: Submitted