Welcome to Balk Field

Balk Field is a beautiful and serene location situated in the heart of Nottinghamshire. The field is surrounded by lush greenery and is a popular spot for picnics, walks, and outdoor activities. The field is also home to a variety of wildlife, including rabbits, squirrels, and birds, making it a perfect spot for nature lovers. The field is well-maintained and offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The history of Balk Field dates back to the 19th century when it was used as a grazing ground for cattle. Over the years, the field has undergone several transformations and is now a popular recreational spot for locals and tourists alike. The field is also home to several sports clubs, including a cricket club and a football club. The field has hosted several sporting events over the years, and its well-manicured grounds make it a perfect venue for outdoor activities.

Balk Field is a popular destination for families, couples, and individuals looking to spend some quality time outdoors. The field offers a range of activities, including walking, cycling, and picnicking. The field is also a popular spot for dog walkers, and many visitors bring their furry friends along for a day out. The field is easily accessible and is located close to several amenities, including shops, restaurants, and cafes. Whether you're looking for a peaceful escape or an active day out, Balk Field is the perfect destination.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 11.1°C

Feels Like: 8°C

Wind: 19.2 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School Details
King Edward Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sue Bridges
St Andrew Street
Littleworth
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 2RG
01623472215
School Website
Sutton Road Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Nicola Davies
Moor Lane
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 5SF
01623455920
School Website
Aptcoo - A Place To Call Our Own
Other Independent Special School
Ages:5-19
Head Teacher
Ms Michaela Ledsham
Unit 15
Botany Commercial Park
Botany Avenue
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 5NF
1623629902
School Website
Mansfield Primary Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr David Jane
Newgate Lane
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 2LB
01623624709
School Website
Real Alternative Provision School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:7-19
Head Teacher
Miss Kirsten Gibson
6 Woodhouse Road
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 2AD
1623423411
School Website
High Oakham Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Stephanie Astle
Nottingham Road
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 4SH
01623461313
School Website
St Philip Neri With St Bede Catholic Voluntary Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mr Daniel Steele
Rosemary Street
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG19 6AA
01623489010
School Website
Wainwright Primary Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Lucy Spacey
Harrop White Road
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG19 6TF
1623662110
School Website
Asquith Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Clare Harding
Asquith Street
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 3DG
01623454969
School Website
The Brunts Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Carl Atkin
The Park
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 2AT
01623623149
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Mansfield
Station Road, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 5RN
0.25 Miles
Mansfield Woodhouse
Debdale Lane, Mansfield Woodhouse, Nottinghamshire, NG19 8DA
2.02 Miles
Sutton Parkway
Low Moor Road, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 5LG
2.57 Miles
Kirkby-In-Ashfield
Victoria Road, Kirkby-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 8EJ
3.42 Miles
Shirebrook
Station Road, Shirebrook, Derbyshire, NG20 8SX
4.55 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
6 5 2'S Private Hire
01623 622222
Sibthorpe Street, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 5DE
0.24 Miles
A 2 B Taxis
01623 655555
6 Garden Rd, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 5SX
0.25 Miles
Ace-Abc Taxis
01623 654321
Ace House, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 2RJ
0.43 Miles
Mansfield Cabs
07957 637824
Mansfield Bus Station, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 1QL
0.53 Miles
Hummer Limousine Hire
01623 626682
106 Sutton Road, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 5EU
0.55 Miles
J D Cars
01623 636888
Unit 1A Kirkland Industrial Park, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 5QP
0.56 Miles
123 Taxis
01623 471471
Unit 1A/Kirkland Ind Park/Kirkland Av, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 5QP
0.56 Miles
Dapper Chauffeurs
01623 640331
6 Scholars Way, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 4YT
0.68 Miles
Heaths Classic Cars, Modern Dates
01623 405324
8 Garratt Avenue, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 2HW
0.76 Miles
Minibus Mansfield
01623 481466
69 Beck Crescent, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 6SP
0.87 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Commercial Gate
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Commercial Gate
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Victoria Street
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ex-Nottingham Road P O
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Weekday Last Collection:16:45
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Stockwell Gate
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mansfield Old Delivery Office
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:19:00
Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Mansfield Delivery Office
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:19:00
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Forest Road
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:16:45
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Market Place
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:17:45
Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Littleworth
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rosemary Street
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:17:45
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Ratcliffe Gate
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Regent Street
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:17:45
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Leeming Street
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:17:45
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
West Gate
No More Collections Today
Weekday Last Collection:17:45
Saturday Last Collection:11:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
St Peters Medical Practice
01623 422355
Chaucer House
Commercial Street
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 1EE
Mansfield Community Hospital Site - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Stockwell Gate
Mansfield
NG18 5QJ
Orchard Medical Practice
01623 400100
Orchard Medical Practice
Stockwell Gate
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 5GG
Millview Surgery
01623 649528
Mill View Surgery
1A Goldsmith Street
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 5PF
Churchside Medical Practice
01623 664877
Churchside Med Practice
Wood Street
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 1QB
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Local Stores

Mansfield - Southwell Road West
Southwell Road West
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 4EH
01623 651534
Store Website
0.86 miles
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SPAR - Harvest - Skegby
Mansfield Road
Skegby
NG17 3DU
01623 552 887
Store Website
2.2 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Forest Veterinary Clinic Limited
Forest Veterinary Clinic
5 Terrace Road
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 2BP
01623 623061
forestvets@btinternet.com
Website
0.78 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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Carrick Veterinary Group
Unit 6, Block 20, Old Mill Lane Ind Est
Old Mill Lane
Mansfield Woodhouse
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG19 9BG
01623621019
info.carrick@cvsvets.com
Website
1.36 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Shannon Lodge Veterinary Surgery
15-17 Kirby Folly Road
Sutton-In-Ashfield
Nottinghamshire
NG17 5HP
01623 442718
reception@shannonlodgevets.co.uk
Website
2.09 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Mansfield Vets4pets Ltd
36 Clipstone Road West
Forest Town
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG19 0BU
01623 643888
mansfield@vets4pets.com
Website
2.16 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Sutton In Ashfield Vets4pets Ltd
Unit 1
10 Priestsic Road
Sutton-In-Ashfield
Nottinghamshire
NG17 4EB
Website
2.46 miles
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Park Hall Veterinary Clinic
Park Hall Stables
Park Hall Road
Mansfield Woodhouse
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG19 8QX
01623 620784
desk@parkhallvets.co.uk
Website
2.90 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Pigs

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Portland Park Kirkby In Ashfield
Lovely Place, Walk Can Be As Long Or As Short As You Want To Make It. Large Free Car Park And Cafe To Enjoy Some Nice Tea And Cake, Lunch And You Can Even Enjoy A Beer Or Two. Walk Takes You Up Over A Working Train Track And Onto Some Large Open Fields, Plenty Of Room For The Furry Kids To Burn Off Some Energy, My Dog Enjoys Paddling In The Brook.
10 Keepers Ave
Kirkby In Ashfield
Nottingham
NG17 8RT
4.02 miles

Location
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Newstead Abbey
Ideal Day Out With Room For A Walk, With Views Of Lord Bryons Home And Picnic Space! Beautiful Surroundings With Landscaped Lawns, Streams, Japanese Garden And Pathes Explore. We Walked Around The Grounds But There Is Also A Large Lake And Surrounding Estate. Plenty Of Other Dogs To Play With.
Newstead Abbey
Lancashire
4.06 miles

Sign Posted And Easy To Find
Location
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Hardwick Hall
Hardwick Hall Is A National Trust Property So Parking And Is Free For Nt Members. There Are Various Walks Around The Hall. Some Link To The Teversal Trial Where Others Are A 45Min - 1 Hr Walk Around The Park Area. Small Wooden Area And Then Pathways Around The Hall And Parkland. We Go Most Weekends (As Its Local). Lovely Newly Renovated Cafe/Restaurant For Coffee, Breakfast Or Lunch. Great Play Area And Picnic Area For Kids. Woodland Trial With Climbing Log, Swings Etc.
Hardwick Old Hall
Doe Lea
Chesterfield
S44 5QJ
4.97 miles

Hardwick Hall M1 Junction 29
Location
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Hardwick Hall
With 2,500 Acres Of Parkland To Explore, This Walk Leads You On A Three-Mile Loop, With Views Of Hardwick Hall From The Far Side Of The Valley.
S44 5RW
5.85 miles

8 Miles South-East Of Chesterfield, Via A6175. Leave M1 Exit 29, Follow Brown Signs.
Location
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Linby Trail
Long Walk From Linby Towards Newstead Abbey. Ending In Annesley Nature Reserve, Plenty Of Woods And Conjoining Paths To Explore.
19 Hazel Way
Linby
Nottingham
NG15 8GS
6.13 miles

Location
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Sherwood Forest
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Through Sherwood Forest, In Nottinghamshire. This Walk Is Marked As The 'Wildwood Trail' And Will Allow You To Experience The Different Habitats, Landscapes And Wildlife In Sherwood Forest. Sherwood Forest Itself Is Famous For Its Historic Association With The Legend Of Robin Hood.
NG21 9QB
6.99 miles

Heading From The South Via The M1, Take Junction 29 And Then The A617 / A6191 For Mansfield, Turning Onto The A614 Old Rufford Road, Following Signs To Sherwood Forest. From The North Via The M1, Take Junction 30 And Follow Signs For Worksop Via The A619, Then The A57 To Upper Morton, Where You’Ll Find Signs Directing You Onto Blythe Road, And Then Through Edwinstowe And To Sherwood Forest.
Location
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Weather Forecast

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