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Mattersey

Built-up area in Bassetlaw, Nottinghamshire, England

Coordinates:53.396, -0.964
OS grid ref:SK 68 89
Population:466
Dialling code: 01777 (Retford)
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Mattersey is a small village and civil parish in the Bassetlaw district of Nottinghamshire, England, lying beside the River Idle and close to the neighbouring settlement of Mattersey Thorpe. The village is best known for the atmospheric ruins of a medieval priory set in riverside meadows, and the surrounding landscape is predominantly agricultural with winding country lanes and floodplain habitats popular with walkers and wildlife enthusiasts.

The community has a quiet, rural feel with local farming still important to the economy while many residents travel to nearby towns for work and services; Retford provides the nearest larger market town amenities. Historic interest, tranquil riverside walks and occasional village events give Mattersey a pleasant mix of heritage and countryside living.

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Transport links

  • Doncaster Sheffield Airport 6.2 miles9.9 km
  • East Midlands Airport 41.8 miles67.3 km
  • Retford Rail Station 5.6 miles9 km
  • Retford Low-Level Rail Station 5.7 miles9.2 km

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Schools in Mattersey

  • Mattersey Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • Roche Abbey Archaeological site 9 miles14.5 km
  • Sandall Beat Wood Forest 9.3 miles15 km
  • Potteric Carr Nature Reserve Nature reserve 9.5 miles15.2 km
  • Keepmoat Stadium Stadium 10 miles16.1 km
  • Heynings Priory Historic site 10 miles16.1 km
  • South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum Museum 10.1 miles16.3 km
  • Doncaster Racecourse Recreation 10.1 miles16.3 km
  • Clumber House Estate 10.9 miles17.6 km
  • Welbeck Abbey Estate 12.7 miles20.4 km
  • Cusworth Hall Museum Museum 12.7 miles20.4 km
  • Rufford Abbey Historic site 15.5 miles24.9 km
  • Sherwood Forest Forest 16.6 miles26.7 km