Children’s activities in Arnold centre on seasonal celebrations such as Strawberry Picking Season and Best Easter Steam Train Rides held across Wollaton Hall and Green’s Windmill. Parks including Cockpit Hill offer spaces for play, while Heritage Open Days at Sir John Robinson House provide hands-on learning tied to the town’s industrial past.
Events Venue
LakesideLakeside is a modern entertainment venue at Waterworks House in Arnold. The space sits within what was once Bestwood Pumping Station, a Victorian-era structure originally built in 1873 and now Grade II* listed. The building’s history as an industrial pumping station still informs its character, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering lake views.
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Stanhope School Play AreaYou can find Stanhope School Play Area on Stanhope Road in Arnold, open for families and kids during after-school hours and weekends. The space has standard equipment—slides, climbing frames, and swings—for younger children, with clear zones to keep things safe and easy for caregivers. It's a go-to spot for quick outdoor breaks or family time, especially from 15:30 to 21:00 on weekdays, when paren
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