Welcome to Scofton

Scofton is a small village located in the county of Nottinghamshire, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles east of Worksop and 10 miles south of Retford. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks. One of the most notable landmarks in Scofton is the St. John the Baptist Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful stained glass windows.

In addition to its historic landmarks, Scofton is also known for its thriving community. The village has a number of local amenities, including a village hall, a primary school, and a pub. The pub, called the White Swan, is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. It serves a range of traditional pub food and has a welcoming atmosphere. The village hall is also a hub of activity, hosting a range of events and activities throughout the year.

Despite its small size, Scofton has a rich history and a strong sense of community. It is a peaceful and picturesque village that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Whether you are interested in history, nature, or simply want to relax and unwind, Scofton is a wonderful place to visit.

Local Schools

School	Details
Ranby C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Clare Mackinder	Blyth Road Ranby Retford Nottinghamshire DN22 8HZ 01777703736 School Website
The St Augustine's Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Selden	Longfellow Drive Kilton Worksop Nottinghamshire S81 0DW 1909473955 School Website
Sir Edmund Hillary Primary And Nursery School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Chris Guest	Kingsway Kilton Worksop Nottinghamshire S81 0AN 01909473982
Worksop College Other Independent School Ages:2-18 Head Teacher Dr John Price	Cuthberts Avenue Worksop Nottinghamshire Worksop Nottinghamshire S80 3AP 1909537100 School Website
Prospect Hill Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Rose	Maple Drive Worksop Nottinghamshire S81 0LR 01909486374 School Website
Prospect Hill Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Lumb	Maple Drive Worksop Nottinghamshire S81 0LR 01909472465 School Website
The Tailor Made Programmes Team Miscellaneous Head Teacher Miss K Boulton	The Behaviour Support Service Newgate Street Worksop Nottinghamshire S80 2LW
Holy Family Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alexia Fox	Netherton Road Worksop Nottinghamshire S80 2SF 01909473917 School Website
Outwood Academy Portland Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Dr Danielle Sheehan	Netherton Road Worksop Nottinghamshire S80 2SF 01909471010 School Website
Worksop Priory Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr P M Abbott	Holles Street Worksop Nottinghamshire S80 2LJ 1909478886 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Worksop Carlton Road, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S81 7AG 2.92 Miles

Retford Station Road, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 7DE 4.29 Miles

Shireoaks Shireoaks Common, Shireoaks, South Yorkshire, S81 8LW 4.88 Miles

Whitwell Station Road, Whitwell, Derbyshire, S80 4NY 6.60 Miles

Creswell Elmton Road, Creswell, Derbyshire, S80 4AZ 7.60 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Beechwood Taxis 01777 703503 14 Beechwood Crescent, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8HP 1.06 Miles
R Cars 01909 530888 45 South Av, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80 2RE 2.39 Miles
Town Taxis Worksop And Retford Ltd 01909 488333 Unit 4, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80 2DE 2.67 Miles
Limousines 4U 01909 509425 Priorswell Road, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80 2BY 2.68 Miles
A B A Cars 01909 509419 Lincoln View, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80 2NB 2.69 Miles
Busseys Travel 01909 472222 159 Eastgate, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80 1QS 2.78 Miles
Rays Travel 01909 489273 36 Pelham St, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80 2TN 2.79 Miles
R Cars Worksop Ltd 01909 470047 Worksop Railway Station/Carlton Rd, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S81 7AG 2.96 Miles
P And P Taxis 01909 500800 86A Newcastle Av, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80 1LA 3.25 Miles
Four Two's Private Hire 01909 472222 5 Stilwell Gardens, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S81 7RS 3.43 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Scofton Village Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ranby Village Uso Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Blyth Road Uso Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Forest Lane Collection Today available until:10:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Kilton Post Office Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Goldsmith Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
86 Kingston Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Larwood Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Retford Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
226 Kilton Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ranby Prison Uso Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bassetlaw Hospital Indoor Box Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Thievesdale Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
83 Garside Street Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Prospect Hill Post Office Collection Today available until:11:45 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Kilton Community Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	56 Larwood Avenue Worksop S81 0HH
Kilton Forest Community Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	56 Larwood Avenue Worksop S81 0HH
Kilton Forest Community Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	56 Larwood Avenue Worksop S81 0HH
Kilton Forest Community Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	56 Larwood Avenue Worksop S81 0HH
Kilton Community Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	56 Larwood Avenue Worksop S81 0HH

Local Stores

Kilton
Plantation Hill
Kilton
Worksop
Nottinghamshire
S81 0DU
01909 506476
Store Website
2.06 miles

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SPAR - Ollerton Road
Ordsall Post Office
114 Ollerton Road
Retford
DN22 7TJ
01777 703576
Store Website
4.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Worksop Vets4pets Ltd
47-49 Carlton Road Worksop Nottinghamshire S80 1PD 01909 478 666 worksop@vets4pets.com Website 2.92 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Wildbore Veterinary Limited
Wildbore Vetstop Turner Road Worksop Nottinghamshire S81 7AE 01909 472 059 info@thevetstop.co.uk Website 2.99 miles
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Portland House Veterinary Group
Portland House Veterinary Centre 53 Churchgate Retford Nottinghamshire DN22 6PA 01777 703663 portlandhousevets@hotmail.co.uk Website 4.66 miles
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Hall Court Veterinary Group
1 St Leonards Close Dinnington Sheffield South Yorkshire S25 2RL 01909 562319 hallvets@hotmail.com Website 7.66 miles
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Portland House Veterinary Group
Rufford Veterinary Centre Rufford Avenue New Ollerton Newark Nottinghamshire NG22 9PN 01623 860138 portlandhousevets@hotmail.co.uk Website 7.70 miles
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Dixon And Young Veterinary Surgery
The Old Police Houses 1&Amp;2 Forest Road New Ollerton Nottinghamshire NG22 9QZ 01623 259555 partners@ollertonvets.cu.uk Website 7.72 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Clumber Park
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk At Clumber Park, In Nottinghamshire. This Walk Takes You Through Woodland And By The Lakeside, Introducing You To Historic Aspects Of The Park. S80 3AZ 2.93 miles Located 4.5 Miles South East Of Worksop, 6.5 Miles South-West Of Retford, 1 Mile From A1/A57, 11 Miles From M1 Exit 30.

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Clumber Park
Nice Long Walk Or A Short Riverside Walk. It Is National Trust. Dogs Can Go Off Lead But Not So On The Heathland As There Are Cattle And Sheep But Those Parts Are Well Fenced Off To Stop Ant Dogs Wandering In Accidentally. Can Go Through With Dogs On Leads. They Have Central Bark Which Is A Dog Friendly Cafe Where Dogs Can Be Either Outside Or Inside After A Good Leg Stretch. Plenty Of Parking Unnamed Road Worksop Lancashire S80 3AZ 3.05 miles

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Whitwell Wood
Amazing Walk For You And Your Furry Babies. 3 Sign Posted Walks, Red, Yellow And Blue Ranging From.75 Miles To 2 Miles. We Walk The Edge Of The Wood Which Is Around 4 Miles That Leads To A Lovely Brook. Quiet, Beautiful Walk With Plenty Of Picnic Table Stops For A Well Earned Cup Of Tea. If You Dont Fancy A Picnic, There Is A Mobile Cafe In The Layby That Does Food And Drinks Mondays -Saturdays. Also 1/2 Mile From The Wood Towards Worksop Is The Half Moon Pub Which Offers Lovely Food And A Pint. Enjoy!! Clinthill Ln Worksop Lancashire S80 3EE 6.76 miles Pass The Turning For Whitwell On The Right And Follow The Road For 1/2 Mile, Park In Layby On The Left And The Entrance To The Wood Is 20Yards Down On The Left

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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 7.93 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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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 9.36 miles Look Out For The Brown Signs And Do Not Confuse With Ruffford Mill Nearby

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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 14.20 miles 8 Miles South-East Of Chesterfield, Via A6175. Leave M1 Exit 29, Follow Brown Signs.

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