Welcome to Ravenshead

Ravenshead is a small village located in the county of Nottinghamshire, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles north of the city of Nottingham and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 12th century when it was known as Ravenshede. Today, Ravenshead is a thriving community with a population of around 6,000 people.

One of the most notable landmarks in Ravenshead is St. Peter's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive architecture. Another popular attraction in the village is Newstead Abbey, which was once the home of the famous poet Lord Byron. The abbey is now a museum and is open to the public for tours.

Ravenshead is also home to a number of local businesses, including shops, restaurants, and pubs. The village has a strong sense of community, with many events and activities taking place throughout the year. These include the annual Ravenshead Carnival, which features a parade, live music, and a funfair. Overall, Ravenshead is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Ravenshead C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Emma Johnson
Swinton Rise
Ravenshead
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG15 9FS
01623456516
School Website
Abbey Gates Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Abi Quant-Epps
Vernon Crescent
Ravenshead
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG15 9BN
01623461010
School Website
Fountaindale School
Academy Special Sponsor Led
Ages:3-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Lucille Windle
Nottingham Road
Mansfield
NG18 5BA
Portland College
Special Post 16 Institution
Ages:16-99
Head Teacher
Dr Mark Dale
Nottingham Road
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 4TJ
1623499111
School Website
R.E.A.L Independent Schools
Other Independent Special School
Ages:7-19
Head Teacher
Miss Kirsten Gibson
The Old Fire Station
Mansfield Road
Blidworth
Nottinghamshire
NG21 0PN
1623490316
School Website
Blidworth Oaks Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mr Shaun Walker
Haywood Avenue
Blidworth
Blidworth Oaks Primary School
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG21 0RE
1623792348
School Website
Linby Cum Papplewick C Of E Va Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Sarah Barratt
Quarry Lane
Linby
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG15 8GA
01159634282
School Website
West Nottinghamshire College
Further Education
Ages:16-99
Head Teacher
Mr Andrew Cropley
Derby Road
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 5BH
1623627191
Joseph Whitaker School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Carey Ayres
Warsop Lane
Rainworth
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG21 0AG
01623792327
School Website
Lake View Primary And Nursery School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Shaun Walker
Rainworth Water Road
Rainworth
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG21 0DU
01623401404
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Newstead
Station Road, Newstead, Nottinghamshire, NG15 0BF
2.70 Miles
Hucknall
Station Terrace, Hucknall, Nottinghamshire, NG15 7TD
3.61 Miles
Kirkby-In-Ashfield
Victoria Road, Kirkby-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 8EJ
3.80 Miles
Sutton Parkway
Low Moor Road, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 5LG
3.87 Miles
Mansfield
Station Road, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 5RN
4.05 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Luxury Chauffeured Cars
0115 987 1750
28 Main Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG15 8FD
2.30 Miles
Stubbsy Travel
0115 880 0047
38 Chartwell Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG17 7HZ
3.05 Miles
A C B Six Seater Taxi
07835 125339
22 Ryedale Avenue, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 3GT
3.28 Miles
Dapper Chauffeurs
01623 640331
6 Scholars Way, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 4YT
3.39 Miles
A2b Cars
01623 757574
43 Station Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG17 7AN
3.41 Miles
Oasis Taxis
0115 975 0750
60 Forest Rd, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG17 9BJ
3.44 Miles
Air-Links
01623 755655
200 Nuncargate Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG17 9AG
3.52 Miles
Mars Cars Ltd
01623 633333
Low Moor House/Lowmoor Rd, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG17 7JE
3.57 Miles
Bells Taxis
0115 963 4262
10 Baker Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG15 7AS
3.72 Miles
A2b Cars Hucknall
0115 956 5757
5 Chapel Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG15 7AU
3.77 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ravenshead Poc
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The Hutt.Ravenshead
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Longdale Ave.Ravenshead
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Main Rd Ravenshead
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Lea Rd.Ravenshead
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Haddon Rd
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Larch Farm Ravenshead
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Kighill La Ravenshead
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Newstead Abbey
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Oakview Rise
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Blidworth Church
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Mansfield Rd
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Papplewick Hall
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Main St Blidworth
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Blidworth Bottoms
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Blidworth Surgery (Abbey Medical Group) - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Abbey Medical Group
Mansfield Road
Blidworth
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG21 0RB
Sherwood Locality Extended Access
01623 795461
Abbey Medical Group
59 Mansfield Road
Blidworth, Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG21 0RB
Abbey Medical Group
01623 795461
The Surgery
59 Mansfield Road
Blidworth, Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG21 0RB
Rainworth Health Centre
01623 794293
Rainworth Health Centre
Warsop Lane
Rainworth
Nottingham
NG21 0AD
Care Homes Urgent Care Service
01623 673555
Cncs, Birch House
Ransom Wood Business Park
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG21 0HJ
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Local Stores

Hucknall - Papplewick Lane
Papplewick Road
Hucknall
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG15 8GL
01159 632157
Store Website
3.25 miles
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SPAR - Harvest - Threeways
Main Street
Blidworth
Mansfield
NG21 0PU
01623 793245
Store Website
2.2 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Animal Doctor
5 Nottingham Road
Ravenshead
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG15 9HG
01623 888503
Website
0.35 miles
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Mcphersons Veterinary Practice
166 Southwell Road East
Rainworth
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG21 0EH
01623 798050
vets@mcphersonvets.plus.com
2.91 miles
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Hucknall Vets4pets Ltd
Emperors Way
Papplewick Lane
Hucknall
Nottinghamshire
NG15 8GQ
0115 948 8960
hucknall@vets4pets.com
Website
3.26 miles
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Kirkby In Ashfield Vets4pets
Unit 4 Kingsway Court
Kingsway
Kirkby In Ashfield
Nottinghamshire
NG17 7BD
01623 726050
kirkbyinashfield@vets4pets.com
Website
3.34 miles
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Open at weekends

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Medivet Hucknall
51 West Street
Hucknall
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG15 7BY
0115 952 7271
hucknall@medivet.co.uk
Website
3.75 miles
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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
3.78 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Local Dog Walks

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
1.33 miles

Sign Posted And Easy To Find
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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
2.99 miles

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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
3.75 miles

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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
8.20 miles

Hardwick Hall M1 Junction 29
Location
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Rufford Abbey
Large Parkland With Hard Paths And Gentle Lakeside Walks. But Also Woodland Trails And Water. Plenty Of Routes To Suit All Dogs. Parking £3 50. Cafe, Toilets, Ruins, Sculpture Garden. Well Worth A Trip. Nice Meadows For A Picnic. On And Off Lead Areas.
May Lodge Dr
Newark
Lancashire
NG22 9DE
8.25 miles

Look Out For The Brown Signs And Do Not Confuse With Ruffford Mill Nearby
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
8.74 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.
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