Things to do in Retford

Activities, attractions and tours

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Photo by ‎Marc De Leon-Johnson
Photo by ‎Marc De Leon-Johnson
Photo by ‎Marc De Leon-Johnson
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Photo by Chris Down
Photo by Chris Down
Photo by Chris Down
Photo by Chris Down
Photo by Chris Down

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What to do in Retford

Popular places to visit

Sundown Adventureland

Bring the children to Sundown Adventureland and enjoy this exciting theme park in Retford. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sundown Adventureland

Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Idle Valley Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Retford. While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars.

Idle Valley Nature Reserve

Hayton Castle Clay Shoot

Enjoy an outing to Hayton Castle Clay Shoot during your stay in Retford. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Hayton Castle Clay Shoot

The Well Retford Baptist Church

After visiting The Well Retford Baptist Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Retford. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the lively bars.

The Well Retford Baptist Church

Bassetlaw Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Bassetlaw Museum during your travels in Retford. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the lively bars.

Bassetlaw Museum

 

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Frequently asked questions

Is Retford worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Retford is visit Sundown Adventureland. Tick this top attraction off your agenda, then experience more of this area's bars and pubs and distilleries and craft breweries.
How do I spend a day in Retford?
Start your day with a visit to Sundown Adventureland and Idle Valley Nature Reserve. Then, check out other areas of Retford for tasty eats and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Retford?
You can't leave without visiting Sundown Adventureland, ranked the top tourist attraction in Retford.
Is three days enough to stay in Retford?
Three days will give you plenty of time to check out many city attractions, including Sundown Adventureland, Idle Valley Nature Reserve and The Well Retford Baptist Church. The average stay in Retford is two days. If you have the urge to extend your break, Nottingham isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Retford with kids?
Planning what to do in Retford with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're taking a trip with little ones or teenagers, there's no shortage of family-friendly tours and attractions to keep everyone busy here.
What to do in Retford for adults?
Bassetlaw Museum is one of the top things to do in Retford. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Retford?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around exciting neighbourhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in Retford. If you need new ideas, ask a local tour guide for some tips. Idle Valley Nature Reserve is a great spot for anyone wishing to save on their sightseeing adventures.