Hidden gems - Visitor centers in Nottingham, United Kingdom not to miss (Updated February, 2024)

Hidden gems: Visitor centers in Nottingham

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Nottingham. This list contains 44 places from Visitor center category.

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Wild Wings Birds of Prey

Wildlife rescue service

👍👍 Brilliant place, lovely staff and great cause... kids loved it and so did we.

5.00 (32 reviews) (~106.45 km from centre)

Oxford Magic Walking tours.

Tour operator

👍👍 I recently had the pleasure of joining the Oxford Walking Tour led by the incredible guide, Shane, and I must say it was an experience that exceeded all expectations. Shane's unique approach of incorporating magic tricks into his tour narration truly made this excursion stand out. Shane's magic tric...

5.00 (27 reviews) (~133.56 km from centre)

Aviation Park

Visitor center

👍👍 Amazing Soviet era Aircraft (And a Ex RAF Tornado too.) One MIG 27 and Two SU 17's if my aircraft identification is any good.

5.00 (11 reviews) (~124.69 km from centre)

Hut 9, Island Farm

Historical landmark

👍👍 Great place to visit. very informative about our history during world war 2 as housing for munitions workers then housing American troops for D-day then German POWs. The volunteers dressing up and taking the parts of those mentioned above. Well done all

4.90 (98 reviews) (~232 km from centre)

Mouseman Museum and Visitor Centre

Visitor center

👍👍 Great little place to spend an hour or so. Starts with a video about the history of the furniture and there’s a museum to walk round. Nice cafe serving sandwiches and drinks etc. There are also some gardens and you’re able to go over the road to watch the furniture being made. Shop there supplying d...

4.90 (8 reviews) (~139.78 km from centre)

Lake Vyrnwy

Historical landmark

👍👍 Stunning, even through the gloom of a rainy autumnal day. The dam in full flow was impressive and noisy! Hope to revisit and do the waterfall walk at the opposite end of the lake. Just the drive around was lovely with all the leaves changing colour. Well worth the visit.

4.90 (7 reviews) (~156.37 km from centre)

Robinsons Brewery Visitors Centre

Brewery

👍👍 Just got back from a very informative and interesting tour, Gary was humorous and full of facts. The site is very open and allows visitors to see the secrets of brewing in Stockport. Get on the tour before it closes and moves to Bredbury, well worth the beer tokens at the end.

4.80 (63 reviews) (~84.03 km from centre)

Pleasley Pit Coal Mining Museum

Museum

👍👍 This is well worth a visit. Very informative about our mining history. The staff great and its all dog friendly and all they ask for is a small donation because its run by volunteers.

4.80 (51 reviews) (~25.53 km from centre)

Haunted Antiques Paranormal Research Centre

Visitor center

👍👍 Absolutely amazing and never fails to disappoint. Lovely staff and very interesting location. So good I am back again soon

4.80 (31 reviews) (~48.27 km from centre)

Bronte Adventures In Haworth

Tourist information center

4.80 (22 reviews) (~112.11 km from centre)

Merton Priory Chapter House

History museum

👍👍 We enjoyed and learnt a lot from last Saturday's Study Day.

4.80 (20 reviews) (~183.4 km from centre)

Severn Valley Country Park Visitor Centre

Visitor center

4.70 (124 reviews) (~98.95 km from centre)

IBS VP LIMITED

Travel agency

👍👍 Who would believe that going to get a visa would be such a pleasant experience! The staff here are really knowledgeable and helpful and provide amazing service, advice and assistance if you're planning to travel to Russia. Having been getting visa's from here for many years now I couldn't think of...

4.70 (76 reviews) (~173.28 km from centre)

Testwood Lakes Education Centre

Education center

👍 Nice place for a walk. Two lakes plus visitor centre, roundhouse and bird hides. Adequate parking. Only downside are the dog owners who let their pets foul the footpath or grass and then leave it there for someone else to step in. Nice!

4.70 (71 reviews) (~225.4 km from centre)

Epping Forest Visitors Centre

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Great place to go for a long walk with family, highly recommend if you need to clear your mind or just get away from busy life.

4.70 (56 reviews) (~166.75 km from centre)

Galleywood Heritage Centre

Community center

4.70 (35 reviews) (~177.46 km from centre)

Reveley Lodge

Visitor center

👍👍 Beautifully quaint gardens, I love bringing the children here throughout the year. The gardeners really take care of this place, truly are our ‘secret gardens’ we love to escape to.

4.70 (34 reviews) (~156.21 km from centre)

The New Glyn Valley Tramway & Industrial Heritage Trust

Heritage museum

👍👍 Bearing mind all volunteers and tucked away from the usual tourist honey traps, what a delightful place! So full /packed with local history and the train /tramway - run by true enthusiasts. A rare find and worth seeking out. Wishing them best for the future.

4.70 (26 reviews) (~136.56 km from centre)

Downside Abbey Visitor Centre

Visitor center

4.70 (9 reviews) (~209.9 km from centre)

St Paul's Church, Bedford

Anglican church

👍👍 A forest of festive wonders at St Paul’s Church, Bedford Christmas Tree Festival 🎄🤗🤩

4.60 (148 reviews) (~101.98 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Visitor centers in Nottingham, United Kingdom