About the location
MISTERTON
Gainsborough 7.7 miles; Doncaster 15.5; Lincoln 23 miles; Sheffield 35.1 miles; Peak District 49 miles; York 50 miles
Nestled in a quiet corner of Nottinghamshire, by the Yorkshire border, is the civil parish of Misterton, found just north east of Bassetlaw with the River Trent flowing peacefully to the east. The village boasts a Grade I listed building parish church, a library, a fire station, as well as a convenience store, a pub, a pizza shop, and a Chinese takeaway. The picturesque River Idle, leading to The Chesterfield Canal, is adjacent to The Pump House Forge for walks straight from your front door. Enjoy the abundance of great British wildlife including kingfishers, buzzards, owls, heron, woodpecker, moorhen and numerous birds! Visit the nearby town of Gainsborough, brewing with medieval history with its old churches, grand halls, and glorious bath spa. Take a scenic drive over to the picturesque town of Doncaster, a traditional Yorkshire spot filled to the brim with breath-taking scenery, a bustling town centre, and cultural attractions including Cusworth Hall, Potteric Carr Nature Reserve, and South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum. Lincoln and the city of Sheffield are nearby thriving cosmopolitan areas where you can explore a variety of pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants, and a large shopping centre. On the way to Lincoln perhaps spend a couple of hours wandering around Hemswell Antique centre; reputed to be the largest in the UK. Misterton is a tranquil village, acting as a perfect spot for a peaceful getaway, whilst having easy access to exciting activities in South Yorkshire and the beautiful Peak District.