Thoresby Courtyard

General information

Thoresby Courtyard is within Thoresby Park which is in the heart of Nottinghamshire, is a lovely place to visit all year round with a range of attractions for all of the family no matter how young or old.

Our extensive grounds cover over 1000 acres of rich unspoilt English countryside, with a range of facilities and attractions open to the public all year round. Opening times are from 10.30am until 5.00pm, admission is free, plenty of also free car parking and there is disabled access.

Whether you are visiting to enjoy the beautiful surroundings, interested in our Art and Crafts Gallery, planning a wedding or special occasion, staging an outdoor event, there is something for everyone.

Visit our Victorian Courtyard and you'll find working crafts people, shops, licensed cafe and the acclaimed Gallery featuring regional, national and international artists.

.......................................Courtyard Shops.............................................

Shopping at Thoresby Courtyard is a unique experience with precious jewellery from David Fowkes, Hot glass blowing by Ingrid Pears, materials to make your own crafts at Craft corner, Homewares from Barton Dawes, exquisite fashions from Hazel Walker. Relax over lunch at The Bay Tree Cafe leaving enough time to browse in the Thoresby Farm Shop and take home some delicious locally produced meats and products including Thoresby Longhorn beef and venison, reared on our own Estate.

*Hazel Walker Ladieswear & Accessories*

The place to buy, the place to be. Each season we source the world’s market for wearable, stylish clothes in sizes 10 – 24, including swimwear and magic underwear that reduces the inches.
Call & view anytime, any day, we know you will be pleasantly surprised.

Tel 01623 825111

*David Fowkes Jewellery*

The Old Coach House provides the perfect setting for an open plan gallery, where it’s possible to browse, to make a purchase or simply watch jewellery in the making in the adjoining workshop. Much of David’s work centres around bold geometric gemstones and precious mixed metals. Pieces are available for immediate sale or you might want to engage in a private commission. (Closed on Mondays except Bank holidays)

Tel 01623 823969
www.dfjewellery.co.uk
e:david@dfjewellery.co.uk

*The Bay Tree Café*

A fully Licensed café with a wide range of delicacies from continental dishes to cream teas. Seating indoors and outdoors for a relaxing atmosphere. Pre-theatre dinner bookings and interval drinks.

Tel. 01623 825225

*Craft Corner*

An Aladdin’s Cave of Crafts, hidden in the corner of the Courtyard. Regular workshops are held in jewellery and fabric crafts for all levels of expertise.

Tel:01623 824002

*Ingrid Pears Hot Glass Studio*

Contemporary blown glass gallery and workshop selling designer made bespoke glass items. All glass on sale can be seen being made on the premises, from perfumes bottles, vases to glass art. Commissions undertaken and courses in glass making available for all levels of experience. (Closed Mondays and Fridays)

Tel/Fax: 01623 824881
www.ingrid-pears-hot-glass.co.uk

*Barton Dawes Home & Gift*

Fine Contemporary & traditional home and giftware. From occasional furniture, lighting
and kitchenware to gifts for all the family.

Tel:01623 822533

*Thoresby Farm Shop*

Visit the Thoresby Farm Shop for a variety of locally sourced meats including game from the Thoresby Estate along with Thoresby reared Long Horn Beef.

The farm shop contains a variety of other produce including cheeses, oils, hot & cold meats, pies and sausage rolls.. New products are being introduced all the time.

Sherwood Game is open 6 days a week (closed Tuesday) from 10am -4 pm with the earlier closing time of 2pm on a Monday and Friday.

Tel: 01623 820800
www.sherwoodgame.co.uk

*Hawks of Steele*
Hawks of Steele is a family owned and run business which offers Falconry experiences on the grounds at Thoresby.

The family have had the pleasure of working with Birds of prey for over 30 years and their passion is to give other people the chance to experience the wonders of these beautiful birds.

For bookings and enquiries please call 01623 824440 or e-mail anytime info@hawksofsteele.co.uk

Please note all experiences are pre-booked.

http://hawksofsteele.co.uk/

https://www.facebook.com/HawksOfSteele/

.....................................Thoresby Weddings...........................................

One of the largest wedding venues in North Nottinghamshire.
Set in acres of beautiful county side at the Thoresby Park in Sherwood Forest. Imposing Grade ll listing Riding Hall with soaring arched ceiling and superb wooden floor. Photographs in the courtyard or the Lawns with imposing Thoresby Hall as backdrop. Licensed for civil ceremonies and partnerships.

See Facebook page for more details

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Thoresby-Courtyard/333879600034405#!/pages/Thoresby-Weddings/453303688035738?sk=info

......................................Thoresby Gallery...............................................

Thoresby Gallery was originally established in 1992 as a space in which to show the Pierrepont Collection. Over the years it has evolved into a busy gallery with an eclectic calendar of exhibitions. Thoresby Courtyard welcomes 80,000 visitors a year. Open six days a week 10.30 – 4.00 the gallery always has something interesting to engage a wide audience. Thoresby Gallery’s Open Exhibitions have been encouraging local artists and providing a beautiful space in which to exhibit since the early days and now Thoresby are seeking to include all artists, both professional and amateur working in the area with regular opportunities to get involved.

.................................Thoresby Gallery For Hire......................................

-80,000 visitors a year

-Open six days a week 10:30-16:00

-Available from 1-6 weeks for as little as £44 a day

-Offers an eclectic exhibition program for a wide audience.

How To hire Thoresby Gallery

Email: info@thoresbycourtyard.com with images of your work and brief exhibition proposal

Tel: Gallery 01623 822009 and ask to speak to Teresa