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What's on in Hockerwood

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Hockerwood.

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Thursday Evening Flat Racing

Something's afoot at Southwell Racecourse and it goes by the name of Thursday Evening Flat Racing. Their site has the particulars.

Thu 23 JulSouthwell Racecourse(1.6mi)

via Southwell RacecourseLocal gem

Community

Friday Lunchtime at the Cathedral

Find out more about Friday Lunchtime at the Cathedral

Fri 24 JulMillgate Museum(4.8mi)

via Millgate MuseumLocal gem

Community

The Drifters

The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits including ‘Saturday Night at the Movies', ‘You’re More Than A Number,’ ‘Come on Over to My Place’, ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Kissin’ In The Back Row’ and many more! The legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, performed for the President of the United States and listed among the Greatest Artists of All Time by Rolling Stone magazine.

Fri 24 JulMillgate Museum(4.8mi)

via Millgate MuseumLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

Pilates

24/07/2026 - 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Fri 24 Jul10:00Maplebeck Village Hall(3.4mi)

via Maplebeck Village Hall

Community

Friday Lunchtime at the Cathedral

Find out more about Friday Lunchtime at the Cathedral

Fri 24 Jul14:30Millgate Museum(4.8mi)

via Millgate MuseumLocal gem

History & Heritage

The Drifters

Fri 24 Jul20:30Millgate Museum(4.8mi)

via Millgate MuseumLocal gem

Festivals & Events

Woodland Festival

The Woodland Festival brings together local makers, woodland crafts, family activities, nature talks and much more, all in the beautiful surroundings at Thoresby Park!

Sat 25 JulMillgate Museum(4.8mi)

via Millgate MuseumLocal gem

Festivals & Events

Woodland Festival

The Woodland Festival brings together local makers, woodland crafts, family activities, nature talks and much more, all in the beautiful surroundings at Thoresby Park!

Sat 25 Jul11:00Millgate Museum(4.8mi)

via Millgate MuseumLocal gem

Community

Shedding Light on Personal Narratives

Come along and explore how sunlight moves through The Workhouse & Infirmary, uncovering the stories of residents through secret sundials, candlelit corners, and the architecture that framed their days. Highlighted through the property by a handcrafted sunflower made by our textile volunteers.

Sat 25 Jul11:30The Workhouse and Infirmary(0.8mi)

via The Workhouse and Infirmary

Theatre

Summer of Play at The Workhouse and Infirmary

Stack ‘em high and watch ‘em fly as you enjoy a game of Tin Can Alley, capture the speedy Bishop in our new game of Chess Catcher, hunt for the wooden spoons in A Spoonful of Gruel or enjoy traditional board games… all with a Workhouse Twist. There’s fun for the whole family this summer at the Workhouse and Infirmary… but remember to keep a watchful eye out for the Master. All games included in standard admission.

Sat 25 Jul11:30The Workhouse and Infirmary(0.8mi)

via The Workhouse and Infirmary

Community

Tales from The Workhouse

Write on a slate, help with the washing, learn to pick oakum. Meet our costumed characters and come and find out what life was like within The Workhouse. Listen to their stories as you encounter the inmates doing their daily jobs. Normal admission charges apply. Last entry one hour before closing. There will be 3 storytelling sessions at 11:30am, 12:30pm and 2pm. Each session will last 30 minutes. Booking not required.

Sat 25 Jul12:30The Workhouse and Infirmary(0.8mi)

via The Workhouse and Infirmary

Likely freeCommunity

Wedding Open Day

Get a feel for our charming venue as we open our doors for the afternoon. With full access to the house, find out what makes Norwood the perfect wedding venue for you!

Sun 26 JulNorwood Park - Wedding & Events Venue(1.9mi)

via Norwood Park - Wedding & Events VenueLocal gem

Community

Summer Fun Raceday ft Local Makers Market

We've tracked down Summer Fun Raceday ft Local Makers Market at Southwell Racecourse. For the rest of the intel, you'll want their website.

Mon 27 JulSouthwell Racecourse(1.6mi)

via Southwell RacecourseLocal gem

Community

Around £10

Summer Fun Raceday

Find out more about Summer Fun Raceday

Mon 27 JulMillgate Museum(4.8mi)

via Millgate MuseumLocal gem

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Event details on Near Here are aggregated from third-party sources and may change. Always verify times, location, availability, and any price directly with the organiser before travelling. See Terms.

Venues with events near Hockerwood

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

The Workhouse and Infirmary0.8 miles away Southwell Racecourse1.6 miles away Norwood Park - Wedding & Events Venue1.9 miles away

More about Hockerwood

Nottinghamshire, England

Hockerwood is in Nottinghamshire, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Hockerwood events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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