A new tourism website called Visit Mansfield has been launched to promote the district and its top attractions to residents and visitors.

The website — visitmansfield.co.uk — contains details of things to do; places to eat, drink and shop; and reasons to visit.

It is more than ten years since there was a tourism website dedicated to the district and the aim of Visit Mansfield is to show all there is to do in the district and within a 20-minute drive.

The website is the first project as part of Mansfield District Council’s renewed efforts to showcase Mansfield as a great place to live, work, invest in and visit.

It also reminds local residents about the opportunities available on their doorstep.

The council said Mansfield benefited from a range of attractions and activities for all the family, including Mansfield Museum, the Palace Theatre, award-winning parks, Water Meadows Swimming Complex, independent shops, retail parks, and more than 40 places to eat, including bistros, pubs and tearooms.

The website highlights Mansfield’s position at the heart of Sherwood Forest as an ideal base for exploring further afield.

There is a guide to the town centre; a map showing attractions within a 10-mile radius; details of big events in Mansfield, such as the Christmas lights switch-on; and suggested itineraries for how visitors could explore Mansfield and the surrounding area.

The site lists some of the top attractions within a short drive, including Chatsworth House, Clumber Park, Newstead Abbey and Rufford Abbey.

Cllr Dave Saunders, Portfolio Holder for Regeneration and Growth, said: “Mansfield’s unique selling point is that it is situated in the heart of the Sherwood Forest area and we are making a concerted effort to shout loud and proud about the great things our district has to offer – showstopping heritage and culture, award-winning parks, great shopping and leisure activities.

“This website brings everything together and gives people visiting the area a one-stop shop to help them plan what should be an exciting trip.”

Local businesses will be invited to display window stickers and posters to encourage their visitors to check out the website before exploring the local area.

Businesses that would like to be listed on the website should contact [email protected].

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