Premier Inn Worksop

Yes, and for more than just a quick look around! Worksop is perfectly placed for exploring Nottinghamshire’s countryside and heritage spots, while still giving you that “real town” feel. It’s surrounded by grand historic estates like Clumber Park and Welbeck Abbey, both a short drive or cycle ride away. The town itself has a medieval priory with cloisters you can wander, a canal lined with narrowboats and green spaces like The Canch right in the centre. If you enjoy a slower pace, friendly locals and the convenience of shops and cafes on your doorstep between sightseeing trips, Worksop makes a great stop for a short break.

Worksop earned its place on the map as the “Gateway to the Dukeries,” a cluster of once-opulent estates that belonged to England’s dukes. This historic setting meant nobility, wealth and fine architecture all passed through the area. The town also thrived in the 19th and 20th centuries thanks to coal mining, canal trade and railway links, with industries like liquorice growing, hat-making, and furniture crafting shaping its character. Today, while the mines are long gone, that history is still woven into the streets, old market square and restored heritage buildings.

Worksop’s the kind of place where history, old industry and nature all mix together. The market’s been around for centuries, and you can still catch it in the town centre on market days. Worksop Priory, with its tall twin towers and peaceful cloisters, is well worth a look. Just outside town, the old Dukeries estates have big gardens, art spots and plenty of woodland to wander. And if you fancy a slower pace, the Chesterfield Canal is great for an easy walk or a bike ride.

Worksop is a good-sized market town but still easy to get around. You can walk from one side of the centre to the other in about 15-20 minutes, which makes it great for exploring on foot. It’s big enough to have supermarkets, a shopping centre and a variety of pubs, cafes and restaurants, but small enough that it doesn’t feel hectic.