Past Events

Volunteers needed for tree planting in Southwell! If you'd like to volunteer then please click on the links below to book a place. Nottinghamshire Tree Planters are working in partnership with Southwell Town Council to strengthen the wildlife corridor in Froggatt’s Field and also in the Minster Field, alongside Squire's Pond, Southwell. The aim is to help increase biodiversity and in a small way mitigate climate change. On 21 November we will plant 344 hedge whips and 43 small trees…

Come to Southwell and enjoy some late night Christmas shopping. King Street will be closed to traffic. The Christmas market will open from 4.30pm and along with the local shops will remain open until 8pm. Relax afterwards at one of the many cafes, pubs, and restaurants. Southwell library will also be opening late. Start your Christmas shopping and enjoy the carol singing and seasonal attractions throughout the town. 4.30pm Christmas Market opens 5pm - 6pm School children singing carols in…

Listen to world renowned classical guitarist, Mark Ashford perform works by Dowland, Scarlatti, Villa-Lobos and Albeniz. Tickets £15 from Southwell Library, box office 01636 812148  

Join a workshop specially for younger children 4-9 years and make a mini lantern to take on the lantern walk which takes place at 5pm. Cost £2 for materials. Booking essential tel 01636 819038

Come along, on either day between 10am - 4pm, to the north porch of Southwell Minster to pick up your guide for this self led trail for children and families. Explore the trail around the Minster grounds and have a go at all the activities. You'll then be able to take home all the things you'll need to make your own Christingle. There will be a Christingle service on Sunday December 5th so bring  your Christingle along to this special…

Bring your lantern and join others on this seasonal walk through Southwell starting and finishing in the grounds of Southwell Minster. Please note there will be no indoor element at this year's event. There is a 'Make a Mini Lantern' workshop at Southwell Library for 4-9yrs on the morning of the Lantern Walk, Saturday 4th December 10am - 12.30pm To find out more information and view the back of the leaflet click here

The 12th Salvation Army Southwell Toy Run for Motorcycles and Scooters Sunday 5th December 2021 Meet at Market Square King St Southwell NG25 0EH From 10am for ride off at 11am Refreshments at The Wheatsheaf Pub Access is via Burgage as King St is One Way Bring a toy - NEW ones only please! Ride is approx 12miles to Salvation Army Centre Mead Way, Balderton, Newark NG24 3GA Info: John F Judson 07785185544  

Back by popular demand, the Essentially Brass ensemble will be performing a concert of seasonal music to get you in the mood for Christmas. Tickets £10 adults £5 students, available from Southwell Library 01636 812148 Licenced bar (cash only)