The market town of Newark is some 40 miles from Derby by road and conveniently connected by hourly trains via Nottingham. It makes a good springboard for cycling trips to Lincoln and Nottingham, several such rides being the subject of posts on this blog.
With a Railcard the cost of the journey is only £6.65 and on this occasion we left our bikes at home to spend a day on foot in Newark which stands in a strategic position on the River Trent joining the River Humber to Nottingham and Derby so has a rich history.
The Market Square.
Nice old buildings and narrow streets with interesting shops.
St. Mary Magdalene
church stands high above the market place and is visible from miles around the flat landscape.
The new museum is well worth a visit with lots of historical exhibits relating to military action from the Civil War.
Even a BSA paratrooper's folding bike from WW2.
Newark Castle stands by the River Trent.
So - plenty to see and do in the lovely town of Newark.
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