Father's Day is just around the corner - it's this Sunday, June 18 if it's slipped your memory. Deciding where to take dad can be a dilemma but it really doesn't have to be thanks to some top suggestions by tourism chiefs at Visit Nottinghamshire.
They've rounded up some of the best things to do right now - involving food and drinks, an entertaining walk with Robin Hood, and fun at a seaside themed arcade. There's something for all tastes to make Father's Day memorable in these top picks on or around the big day.
Father's Day at Bustler Market
What's better than the gift of delicious street food and top beers? Bustler Market curates all things tasty and what better way to treat the special men in your life than treating them to an afternoon of sunshine, beers and street food from Falafel Baffle and Dirty Chicken. Even better - all dads get a free beer on Bustler.
Where: Bustler Market, Avenue E&D, Sneinton Market NG1 1DW
When: June 18, noon to 4pm
How much: Entry is free, food prices vary
Father’s Day afternoon tea
Who says dads don’t love a bit of indulgence? Harts Hotel is holding a special Father's Day afternoon tea, provided with a wide variety of options. Surprise pops a day early with an afternoon of luxury and tasty treats including finger sandwiches, including Hart’s miniature club sandwich, cheese and chutney and smoked salmon, along with sausage rolls, home baked scones and a selection of cakes.
When: June 17, noon to 4.30pm
Where: Standard Hill, Park Row, Nottingham NG1 6GN
How much: £23.95 per person
Father’s Day glass painting crafternoon
Perfect family-friendly fun. Enjoy Debbie Bryan’s most popular crafternoon with fantastic hand-painting techniques. Paint your own illustrative and decorative designs on to a glass coaster, while indulging in their homemade cream tea experience. Suitable for all skill levels.
Where: Debbie Bryan, 18 St Mary's Gate, Nottingham NG1 1PF
When: June 18, June 12.30pm to 2pm
How much: From £28
Lunch at the Renaissance at Kelham Hall
Make Father's Day one to remember with a delicious Sunday lunch, set within the impressive state rooms of the Renaissance at Kelham Hall, Newark. Enjoy your choice of meal from Kelham’s set two-course menu created and served by their award-winning catering team. Book via their website renaissance-kelham.com
Where: Renaissance at Kelham Hall, Main Street, Newark
When: June 18 from 1pm
How much: £24 per person or £12 for smaller appetites
Robin Hood Walk
Come along for a captivating, guided Father's Day walk with none other than Robin Hood himself, in the legendary Sherwood Forest. Embark on a journey through time and explore the rich tapestry of famous fathers from medieval history.
Where: Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre, Forest Cor, Edwinstowe NG21 9RN
When: 18 June, 1.30pm to 3pm
How much: Tickets £7.50
Take dad to Penny Lane
Give dad that hit of nostalgia with a trip to Penny Lane Nottingham, the city’s arcade themed bar and restaurant. There's a free pint and gaming token for dad with the purchase of any main meal. There's no need to book, just pop in before the kitchen closes at 9pm.
Games include 2p pushers, air hockey, table football, skee ball, basketball, grabber machines and Nottingham’s very own donkey derby.
Where: Penny Lane, 9 Fletcher Gate, Nottingham NG1 1QQ
When: June 18 from noon
How much: Choose from deli sandwiches £10.95, hot dogs from £12.75 and burgers and fries £15.45. A children's menu is also available.
Name a fish after your dad
Looking for something a bit different? Is your dad fin-tastic? Then the Tropical Butterfly House, just over the Notts border, north of Worksop, has the perfect gift for Father’s Day – name a fish after him. They launched the initiative after the huge success of 'name a butterfly after your mum' earlier this year.
If your dad, stepdad or the person you love as a dad, goes that extra mile, still looks after you, has helped you in a way you appreciate or is simply the best dad, then make his day by naming a fish after him. Or if he’s sadly no longer around, name one in memory of him.
For £2 you will receive a digital downloadable certificate with a space to add your dad’s name, or they can complete it for you, and your dad’s name will be added to their o-FISH-al board to be revealed on Father’s Day and displayed until the end of June. All proceeds raised will go towards the park’s wildlife conservation projects and animal enrichment. Buy here
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