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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Collingham (Newark and Sherwood)

10 picks around Collingham (Newark and Sherwood), from 7 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Collingham (Newark and Sherwood)

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Collingham (Newark and Sherwood), not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Collingham (Newark and Sherwood)

Sundays 4pm1

Sundays 4pm

at The Potting Shed Church

We meet at 4pm every Sunday. Exploring the Christian faith and building Jesus-centred community through a fresh approach to rural church. With a mix of creative, reflective, lively and quiet forms of worship for all ages. For more details and events see www.thepottingshedchurch.org

8.3 milesSun 26 Jul16:00
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The Game Fair Friday 24th - Sunday3

The Game Fair Friday 24th - Sunday

at Sally Mitchells Gallery

Join us at the annual gathering for people passionate about countryside pursuits and the Great British countryside. From fly fishing to falconry, clay shooting to cookery demonstrations, working dogs to wild food and not to mention the high quality shopping avenues.

8.3 milesSun 26 Jul
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Community
The Game Fair Friday 24th4

The Game Fair Friday 24th

at Sally Mitchells Gallery

Join us at the annual gathering for people passionate about countryside pursuits and the Great British countryside. From fly fishing to falconry, clay shooting to cookery demonstrations, working dogs to wild food and not to mention the high quality shopping avenues.

8.3 milesSun 26 Jul
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The Groove 20265

The Groove 2026

at New Youth Theatre Grantham

Carers go free, but must book Running Time: 7pm - 10pm Age restriction: 16+ Mon 17 Aug, Mon 21 Sep, Mon 19 Oct, Mon 23 Nov & Mon 7 Dec It's time for you to join us at the coolest disco in town! Held in our beautiful Ballroom along with music an... Thurs 23 Jul A FOREIGNERS JOURNEY ..... HEADING IN YOUR DIRECTION Legendary bands Foreigner and Journey are giants of the... Wed 5 Aug Bring your own cardboard and make. Use your imagination to create a cardboard an... Wed 12 Aug Come and join our arts facilitator Hannah for a summer kite making and garland w... Every Monday Mondays Discover the joy of dance in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere! Adult Improvers ballroom/Latin Am... Every Wednesday Fun and relaxed exercise class for adults (60yrs+). Benefits include: - Improve... Thurs 23 Jul Enjoy an action packed family film at Billingborough Village Hall, a great start... Thurs 23 Jul Village life is full of action with a screening of Hot Fuzz at Billingborough Village Hall. Dir: Edgar Wright...

17.1 milesSat 25 Jul20:00£5
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Sketch Sundays6Free! (worth double-checking)

Sketch Sundays

at 'Woolly Spires'

Join us in the main gallery for a mindful sketching session. Be inspired by the artworks in Raisa Kabir: I only dance, I wish we could sing and enjoy drawing in a relaxed creative environment. Additional InformationThis is a self-led activityBasic drawing materials and drawing boards are providedYou are welcome to drop-in to the gallery and stay for as long as you like between 11am - 3pmA Visitor Experience Assistant will be in the gallery at all times if you need any assistanceAccess Information - Main GalleryWhen you enter the Hub, head to the shop reception and a Visitor Experience Assistant will be able to show you where to go.The main gallery is on the first floor. Step - free access is available via a lift.Bench seating and stools are available. The lighting in this exhibition is kept to 50 Lux to preserve the colours in the artworks. If you would like to talk to a member of staff about access, please email.

17.8 milesSun 26 Jul12:00
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Beginners Silversmithing9

Beginners Silversmithing

at 'Woolly Spires'

In this workshop, you’ll learn essential silversmithing techniques such as soldering, sawing, hammering, joining, polishing, and finishing. You’ll have the chance to create your own silver ring or similar piece, guided by expert instruction.

17.8 milesSun 26 Jul
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