The Ponton Plod is suitable for both runners and walkers with a choice of three distances, 12, 17 or 27 miles. The event is organized by Notfast Running Club with Stuart Ashley still part of the organising team.

The proceeds of the event will go to CASY [Counselling and Support for Young People] and Besso Childrens Home in Hosur, India.
The event starts and finishes at The Village Centre, Great Ponton, near Grantham and all routes use footpaths, bridleways, tracks and minor roads towards The Vale of Belvoir, the longer routes passing through several picturesque villages. Checkpoints serving refreshments and drinks (hot at some checkpoints) are situated at about 6-mile intervals and home made soup and puddings are provided at the finish, all included in the entry fee.

More details available on the webpage: https://thepontonplod.co.uk/
Online entry: https://www.sientries.co.uk/event.php?event_id=5286

Missed your chance earlier on in the year? Grab your ticket now for our last run of the season!

https://www.hanwellwine.co.uk/product-category/5k/
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Choose to run, walk or crawl 5 kilometres through the vines, fields and around the lake in the heart of the Nottinghamshire Countryside, at Hanwell Wine Estate.

Wine samples and water is served at stations on route round the estate!

Wine tasting is available for all participants and spectators free of charge at the end of the run.

A selection of breakfast pastries, bacon butties, tea, coffee and cakes will be available for sale in the Hanwell Tea Room.
Reserve your place NOW!

Spectators are welcome. Dogs on leads are welcome to spectate too. The whole course is totally off road, at no point does it travel along or cross any public roads.

Timings | Sunday 15th September 2019; Arrival by 9:15am,; Race briefing at 9:45am; Race starts at 10:00am; Site closes at 4:00pm

Tickets | Early bird tickets £20.00 (1st 20 places to book)

Standard tickets £30; Prizes for first male and female (may be wine related!)

Location | Hanwell Wine Estate, Melton Road (A606), Hickling Pastures, Nottinghamshire LE14 3QG. Parking is free.

Bus route | Alight in Hickling Pastures and walk towards the crest of the hill, we can be found on the south side of the road. Click here for a local bus timetable.

Places are limited so book today to secure your place on this unique running event.

More attractions in the Vale of Belvoir

The Tasting Lodge Café and Wine Shop at Hanwell Wine Estate is open on Fridays & Saturdays offering teas, coffee, cake and wine in a child and dog friendly environment with great outdoor seating and beautiful Notts Countryside views.

Take the Vineyard and Natures Self Guided Trail, an easy 30 mins 1km wander around the vineyard and down to the lake. Then relax whilst the children play and you take in the views.

Cafes & Tea Rooms in the Vale of Belvoir

Days out in the Vale of Belvoir

All parkruns start at 9am sharp and run year round unless the UK's somewhat ridiculous weather puts a halt to proceedings.

Events are free but you need to register at parkrun.co.uk before you run.

Grantham
The event takes place at Belton House, Belton, Grantham, NG32 2LS. See Course page for more details.

Melton Mowbray
The event takes place at Melton Country park, Wymondham Way, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 1HX. See Course page for more details.

Newark
The event takes place in Sconce and Devon Park, Boundary Road, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 4AU. See Course pagefor more details.

Colwick Park, Nottingham
It's run in Colwick Country Park. See Course page for more details.

Rushcliffe Park, West Bridgford
It's run in Rushcliffe Country Park, Nottingham, NG11 6JS. See Course page for more details.

Clumber Park, Nottingham
The event takes place in Clumber Park, approximately 4 miles south of Worksop, Nottinghamshire. See Course page for more details.

parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in.

These events take place in pleasant parkland surroundings and we encourage people of every ability to take part; from those taking their first steps in running to Olympians; from juniors to those with more experience; we welcome you all.

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Junior Parkrun

The Tasting Lodge Café and Wine Shop at Hanwell Wine Estate is open Fridays & Saturdays offering teas, coffee, cake and wine in a child and dog friendly environment with great outdoor seating and beautiful Notts Countryside views.

Take the Vineyard and Natures Self Guided Trail, an easy 30 mins 1km wander around the vineyard and down to the lake. Then relax whilst the children play and you take in the views.

Cafes & Tea Rooms in the Vale of Belvoir

Days out in the Vale of Belvoir

The Rutland Marathon & Half Marathon 2019.
We would love to welcome you to Rutland in September 2019 to take part in the fifth edition of our race. Our course follows the shore line of Rutland Water offering stunning views of the county.
Our event is organised by the same family team who have brought you this fantastic race since 2015.
The event is chip timed, UKA licenced and traffic free.
Runners recieve a warm friendly welcome,
an amazing course,
bespoke medal,
finisher t-shirt,
feed stations,
complimentary massage and everything you'd come to expect from a top notch event.

Back for 2019 Nottingham's premier road race the Ikano Bank Robin Hood Half.

Join 10,000 other runners on a route takes you through the closed streets of the beautiful city of Nottingham, past Trent Bridge, Notts Forest Football Ground, the castle and also through the breathtaking Wollaton Park before making your way back to the Victoria Embankment and the finish line.

If you would like to take part in this amazing event and raise money for the Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance you can email the fundraising team on challenges@ambucopter.org.uk. Alternatively if you have your own place but would still like to raise money you can contact us for sponsor forms at the same email address.

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If you didn't expect to find great shopping in the Vale of Belvoir, prepare to be amazed!

From glorious garden centres to unique antiques and collectables via delicious food, there's not much you can't find.

Check out some of the best on offer here. 

We're celebrating our Moon in UN World Space Week.

How much do you really know about our natural satellite? Unravel the mysteries of the Moon and expand your lunar knowledge!

£2 per child. Normal admission applies.

Booking advisable.
Contact the office on woolsthorpemanor@nationaltrust.org.uk or 01476 860338 to reserve a place.

National Trust Images / Paul Harris

You loved us so much we're coming right back. Dawn or Dusk Run – in association with Notts Women Runners - for those who start early or finish late. Four events in one day. You choose your challenge!

Sunday 6th October 2019 – Rushcliffe Country Park, Nottinghamshire.

Dawn or Dusk is your chance to run or walk at a time of day that suits you. Join us as the sun rises or, if you prefer, as it starts to set. If you really want to put yourself to the test you can take on both, or even all four events in the day!
Everyone taking part will receive an official Dawn or Dusk t-shirt to run in. There is no timing and no bib numbers. This is all about being active with other like-minded people. There’ll also be a great medal for each category. So whether you like to start early or finish late, Dawn or Dusk has something for you. The event is suitable for all of the family as the 5K can be walked.

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Entry not yet available.

A gently undulating and varied terrain off-road run.
£12 entry (£10 affiliated)
Min age – 15
Prizes for winners and runners up.

More sporting events for 2019

Established in 1982, The Worksop Halloween Half Marathon (also known as ‘the scenic one’) takes place on the last Sunday in October every year.  The course runs largely through Clumber Park, which provides beautiful scenery and is perfect for spectators to support their family and friends along the route. This is a hugely popular event so book now to avoid disappointment!

Watch out for Witches this Halloween at Belvoir Castle

28-31 October 2019

Are you ready for tricks and treats this Halloween?

Enjoy a fantastic family-fun frightfest as Belvoir Castle opens its doors to those brave enough to enter!

Dare to climb the haunted hill to the Castle

Cuddle around a crone’s cauldron in Belvoir Castle’s Dooms

Hear how the real Witches of Belvoir came to a sticky end

Explore the Castle, search for clues, complete your special spooky spell and receive rewards

Become a fully fledged member of the Belvoir Wizards and Witches Club.

You’ll meet guides dressed in spectacular Halloween costumes, carve pumpkins in the Castle’s kitchens and enjoy Halloween-themed refreshments.

Tickets
£10 per child – includes pumpkin
£18 adult

More details
https://www.belvoircastle.com/event/halloween-at-belvoir-castle/

One of the largest UK chocolate festivals.

All things chocolate, even choc pizza, beer and kebabs... chocolate pancakes, ice cream, cakes, donuts, marshmallows, hot chocolate, biscuits, patstries, liqueurs, brownies, tarts, puddings. Plus a Spirits Hall, talks, tastings & also workshops to make your own chocolates.

Making a weekend of it? Check out local accommodation here.

More events in Melton Mowbray and the Vale of Belvoir.

Belvoir Castle Christmas Extravaganza  

More details to follow.

Admission into the Castle is free for wheelchair users (ground floor only). You’ll find WCs for disabled visitors in the castle and ticket office car park. It takes around 15 minutes to walk up to the Castle from the Ticket Office, and it’s quite a steep hill. For the less mobile, there is limited parking up at the Castle – ask at the Ticket Office for a parking pass. Due to the various terrains around the Castle, gardens and woodlands, we recommend flat sensible shoes with grips.

Why not combine your visit to the Engine Yard, where you will find a superb offering of quality retailers & food outlets, or a short drive or walk to some of the great cafes & inns on the doorstep.

Link to buy tickets online

Link for all opening dates

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DECEMBER 13TH, 14TH & 15TH Melton Christmas Folk Trail - A feast of music, dance, street entertainment, session and sing around, attracting musicians nationwide and filling 15 venues. Venue: Melton town centre

Get warmed up for the season ahead with some of the quietest roads we’ve seen and grab a beer when you’ve finished.

Your choice of either 100 Miles, 59 Miles or 23 Miles. Usual Sportive HQ style, great feed stations, free photos, fantastic support and a great atmosphere open to all types of riders, including time trialers, just £27.50 Standard Price for a great event up until March 1st 2019. £30.00 March - April

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