Retford

Travel Guide

Looking east along the platforms at Retford (low level) railway station.
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The first record of the church is in 1258, and the oldest floor slab Memorial dates from 1496. This large church is now mostly the work of a 17th-century restoration, after the tower collapsed in 1651 destroying much of the chancel and south transept. It was rebuilt in 1658. The church is in a cruciform plan with north and south transepts, a central four stage crossing tower, nave with north and south aisles and clerestory windows, chancel, and south porch. There is also a Lady Chapel, Vestry and Sacristy. The oldest part of the church is the north transept which has two arches and an octagonal pier with fine leaf decoration on the capital. This was revealed during a restoration in 1873. The four bay chancel was refurbished around the same time, and it was extended to its original size. The north aisle was rebuilt using original material as well as the clerestory, battlements, and other parts church in 1854. The south porch was also added. There was further restoration in 1905. The church has numerous stained glass windows from the nineteenth century by several well-known artists. The west window of the south transept contains mediaeval glass, and is unusual in having two coins set into the glass. The organ was originally on a gallery at the west end, and in 1841 a new organ was placed on the south side of chancel. It was subsequently enlarged and has been overhauled several times since. In 1980 it was completely rebuilt with a new movable console. The tower has a ring of 10 bells. In 2009 a toilet and kitchen were installed in the west end of church. In 2010 the nave and south aisle roofs were repaired with the aid of a grant from English Heritage.
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And emerging out of the trees
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Bellmoor Lake - looking east from lookout point
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Close-up, looking south east
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Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa

Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Barnby Moor Retford England
The price is ₩198,862 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
₩198,862
per night
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Stay at this hotel in Retford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Idle ...
Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa
Best Western Plus West Retford Hotel

Best Western Plus West Retford Hotel

3 out of 5
24 North Road Retford England
The price is ₩140,854 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
₩140,854
per night
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Retford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (386 reviews)
Really nice Hotel, very comfortable and friendly, Thank you

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

Best Western Plus West Retford Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield

Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield

4 out of 5
Pinstone Street, 30 Sheffield England
The price is ₩139,203 per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
₩139,203
per night
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sheffield. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Popular attractions Utilita ...
9/10 Wonderful! (651 reviews)
a very nice stay - helpful staff- early breakfast clearance 9-30 ! but staff were helpful. room pleasant, great shower controls easy to access and impressive. We would stay with you again.

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

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Rustic Retreat in Retford

Rustic Retreat in Retford

3.5 out of 5
Retford England
Stay at this cabin in Retford. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Bassetlaw Museum and Retford Leisure Centre are located ...
7/10 Good! (2 reviews)
Nice location in the open air, the lodge was ok, not posh and luxury, needs a bit of tlc

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

Rustic Retreat in Retford
KSpace @ The Point

KSpace @ The Point

3.5 out of 5
1 Division Lane Sheffield England
Stay at this apartment in Sheffield. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Utilita Arena Sheffield and Peace Gardens ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (75 reviews)
Fantastic again

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

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Kingfield Boutique Hotel

Kingfield Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
5 Kingfield Rd Sheffield England
Stay at this aparthotel in Sheffield. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Utilita Arena Sheffield and Endcliffe Park are ...
4/10 (1 review)
Felt a bit miss-sold, a 2 bedroom apartment which is basically a 1 bedroom, and a bed in a hallway. Hotel also didn’t give us the code, so we couldn’t get in, so spent an hour stood outside without a way of getting in. Fortunately some other guests arrived and let us in, or we’d have been out there ...

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

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