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Whinfell Forest is nestled in stunning landscape on the edge of the Lake District. Lodges for families and groups of all sizes are set in the 400-acre woodland, with lakes and streams aplenty that are befitting of the picturesque Lake District scenery. The Village Centre is home to the Subtropical Swimming Paradise where you can experience the Canyon Ride, a fast-moving daredevil water ride.

Shustoke Reservoirs are a haven of tranquility with plenty of wildlife to observe. In the spring, the banks of the reservoir are covered in an impressive display of wildflowers, such as cowslips and lady’s smock. 

There are a variety of walks including links to the Heart of England Way and Centenary Way. The North Warwickshire Cycle Way also links to the site.

The Idle Valley Rural Learning Centre is the gateway to exploring the beautiful Idle Valley Nature Reserve, a nationally important site for wildlife close to Retford.

We offer a wide ranging programme including half and full day programmes for schools and community groups, training courses for adults, family events, children’s wildlife clubs and birthday parties, guided walks, illustrated talks and much more.

A truly children-friendly museum with loads of drop in artsy and fun sessions plus interactive elements in all their exhibits. Trails, toddler sessions and plenty more to keep kids happy and interested. Free, too!

With plenty for the kids and a new archaeology gallery, the North Lincs Museum has a lot to offer!

The interactive Go Wild section allows kids to get hands on with things like fossils, birds and animals, but there are also interactive elements available relating to the exhibitions at the time.