Ollerton is close to Worksop and Mansfield, with good road links to both
For those looking at homes for sale in Nottinghamshire, Rufford Oaks is ideally located north of Nottingham while the historic cities of Lincoln and Sheffield are easily reachable.
If you’ve been searching for unique houses for sale in Ollerton, close to all everyday essentials, Rufford Oaks is well served by shops, cafes and restaurants with a Tesco Superstore and ASDA supermarket located in nearby Ollerton as well as a host of smaller independent outlets. Nearby Worksop has a Sainsbury's and Aldi, as well as DIY superstore B&Q.
Nottingham Forest hosts an annual week-long Robin Hood Festival every August, recreating medieval times complete with jesters, musicians, and jousting. Robin Hood’s fabled hideout, the Major Oak, still stands in the forest.
Rufford Abbey Country Park is a beautiful estate which was formerly a 12th century Cistercian Monastery and country house located just a 10 minute drive away from Rufford Oaks. Visitors can enjoy the scenic walk around the lake or the gardens. In summer, families can take a picnic and children can visit the Abbey’s play area.
Thoresby Courtyard is a charming estate dating back to the 1600s, now with a gallery, independent craft, food and drink shops, and is home to The Queen’s Royal Lancers and Nottinghamshire Yeomanry Museum. Thoresby Courtyard has events throughout the year suitable for all the family.
