Open Doors — What's On
Have fun and experience something new with our free creative events, activities, and exhibitions. Taking place across Newark and Sherwood, there's something for all ages, abilities, and interests to get involved in!
Heron Music Café | 26 June - 24 August
Join us for a morning of music and joy at the Heron Music Café!
Taking place at the Lifespring Centre, New Ollerton, throughout June, July, and August, these free uplifting music sessions are filled with familiar tunes and friendly faces.
Enjoy complimentary tea, coffee, and biscuits while listening to beloved songs, performed by professional musicians. Sing along, have a little dance, or sit and relax with other music lovers in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Everyone is welcome at the Heron Music Café, and every session is disability and dementia friendly. No need to book, just drop by and join the fun!
Upcoming Dates
June 12 — 10:30am - 12:00pm
June 26 — 10:30am - 12:00pm
July 10 — 10:30am - 12:00pm
July 24 — 10:30am - 12:00pm
August 7 — 10:30am - 12:00pm
August 21 — 10:30am - 12:00pm
Address: Sherwood Drive, New Ollerton, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 9PP.
Heron Music Café is a collaboration between Open Doors and the charity MusicWorks.
Convergences | 2026
Don't miss Convergences, an exhibition showing Newark landmarks in new and exciting ways.
Currently on display at Newark Castle Station, these enigmatic artworks were captured by local people living with sight loss, in collaboration with artist Daniel Rapley.
Mirroring the optical effects experienced by people living with macular degeneration, the artworks include local landmarks such as Newark Castle, the Canal and River Trust Dry Dock, and Ossington’s Coffee Palace.
Find out more about Convergences here.
FREE
From Poland: Spirit and Strength | March - October 2026
From Poland: Spirit and Strength celebrates Poland’s rich cultural legacy and its deep connections to Newark and Sherwood.
On display at the National Civil War Centre until October 2026, this exhibition invites visitors to learn more about significant moments from Poland’s past and present, including innovations, traditions, notable figures, entertainment, and more.
Bringing together personal stories, historic objects, craft, and shared experiences, From Poland: Spirit and Strength shows the many ways Polish heritage has shaped—and continues to shape—the local area.
Find out more about this exhibition here.
FREE