With the school holidays well underway, parents across Nottinghamshire will be asking themselves how to entertain the kids for the next few weeks.
The county and neighbouring areas are blessed with plenty of activities for kids and family days out, so here are our suggestions for a summer of fun.
From days out at Wollaton Hall to out-of-this-world adventures at the National Space Centre, this is your ultimate guide to family days out.
Whatever the weather, there’s an activity for you and your little ones to enjoy. Some will require a car or train journey and others are just a stone’s throw from home!
If we have missed any out let us know so we can add them to this story!
9. King Richard III Visitor Centre
Uncover the story of King Richard III and the discovery of his remains under a car park in Leicester. | Getty Images/Ross Kinnaird
10. Newstead Abbey
A monastic Abbey from the 12th Century and former home of poet Lord Byron near Mansfield. | Getty Images/Laurence Griffiths
11. Kenilworth Castle
Explore the ruins of a former medieval fortresses that was transformed into an Elizabethan palace, which hosts a summer knight’s tournament. | AFP via Getty/Oli Scarff
12. Great Central Railway
This Loughborough heritage railway has steam trains you can ride and events throughout the summer, including kids for £1 and a vintage vehicles weekend. | Getty Images/Christopher Furlong