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. 

Families will find plenty to keep little ones entertained:

• The Canch – A central park with large play areas, splash fountains in summer and open lawns for games and picnics.

• Clumber Park – Bike hire, nature trails and a discovery centre that gets kids excited about wildlife.

• Creswell Crags – A short drive away, this prehistoric gorge has caves with Ice Age art, guided tours and a hands-on museum.

• Mr Straw’s House – An unusual time-capsule house showing exactly how life looked in the 1920s.

• Seasonal events like funfairs, outdoor theatre, and family workshops pop up regularly in the parks and historic venues.

Yes – especially if you enjoy mixing heritage with nature. You can spend a morning exploring the priory, have lunch in a cosy cafe, then head out to Welbeck Abbey to browse its Harley Gallery and artisan food shops. The canal towpaths are ideal for a relaxed walk or cycle, and local pubs provide a great spot to unwind afterwards. There’s also a calendar of events, from food festivals to vintage car rallies, that can add a special twist to your trip. For couples or solo travellers, Worksop is a place where you can do a lot without rushing.

Yes, and it’s been part of the town since the mid-19th century and sits just a short walk from the centre. The station is on the Robin Hood Line, connecting Worksop to Nottingham, Mansfield and other local towns, and also has services towards Sheffield, Lincoln and Cleethorpes. The location makes it easy for you to arrive without a car and still explore both the town and nearby countryside.

Shopping in Worksop is great for essentials and local finds. The Priory Centre has familiar shops, but the real finds are on Bridge Street and nearby lanes, regular markets pop up with stalls full of produce and bargains, and independent shops invite a bit of browsing. It’s not a shopping spree destination, but it’s just right for discovering character along with some treats.

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.

Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind. 

Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.

Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.

A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.

Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.

Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access. 

If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).

Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.