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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Temp: 8.1°C

Feels Like: 4.2°C

Wind: 17.7 MPH

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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

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

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

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ravenshead Poc No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Sunday Last Collection:16:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
The Hutt.Ravenshead No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Longdale Ave.Ravenshead No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Lea Rd.Ravenshead No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Larch Farm Ravenshead No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kighill La Ravenshead No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Newstead Abbey No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Oakview Rise No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Blidworth Church No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mansfield Rd No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Papplewick Hall No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Main St Blidworth No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Blidworth Bottoms No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:08:45

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

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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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
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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

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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

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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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Weather Forecast

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