Colwick Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Colwick
Colwick
Colwick
Colwick
Colwick

An exhilarating water sports centre on a lake stands at the heart of this village, known for its historic mansion and vast green parks.

Colwick is a serene and leafy village in the suburbs of Nottingham. Its rich history dates back to a mention in the 11th-century Domesday Book, while it is also known for a gruesome murder in the 1800s. Enjoy the tranquility and leisurely pace of life in this green haven, away from the hubbub of the city centre.

Bring your family to enjoy the stunning scenery of vast Colwick Country Park. Set up a picnic beside the Main Lake or the West Lake and watch the ducks and other water birds. Stroll along the paths that meander through the woods, where you’ll find a great range of dragonflies, butterflies and birds. Go for a dip in the Nottingham City Open Water Swimming Centre, which is open and patrolled by lifeguards in summer.

On the southern side of the lakes lies scenic Holme Pierrepont Country Park, which contains the National Water Sports Centre. Rent canoes and kayaks to take out on the water or brave yourself for the dizzying heights of the Sky Trail. Try white-water rafting, flow down the river on an inflatable tube or take on the Warrior Assault.

Place your bets at the Nottingham Racecourse or the adjacent Nottingham Greyhound Stadium. For a change of tone, stay at the elegant Colwick Hall. Dating back to the 18th century, the redbrick country estate is today a hotel. Look around the dilapidated church beside it.

Find the village just north of the River Trent, in the eastern fringes of Nottingham. Take a bus from the city centre to the Manor Farm stop or ride a train to the nearby Netherfield station. Explore some of the surrounding districts, such as Thorneywood, Bakersfield and Sneinton.

With its park activities and country house, Colwick allows you to get closer to Nottinghamshire’s bucolic terrain.

Park Plaza Nottingham

Park Plaza Nottingham

4 out of 5
41 Maid Marian Way, Nottingham, England
The price is ฿2,425 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿2,425
฿2,910 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Staff were amazing. Very friendly and accommodating. Phone didn’t work and sink needed fixing but the staff were very reactive and couldn’t have been more helpful."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Park Plaza Nottingham
Burleigh Court Hotel

Burleigh Court Hotel

4 out of 5
Loughborough University, New Ashby Road, Loughborough, England
The price is ฿3,440 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿3,440
฿4,127 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Loughborough. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Comfortable stay, though hotel room was too warm. As there is no A/C there was desk fan and thankfully we could also open windows slightly so slept fine. Quiet at night. Parking was a challenge to find a space on one of the days we stayed."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Burleigh Court Hotel
Leonardo Hotel Nottingham

Leonardo Hotel Nottingham

4 out of 5
Waterfront Plaza, Station Street, Nottingham, England
The price is ฿2,129 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿2,129
฿2,555 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
"Easy online check in, friendly staff all areas clean and tidy"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Leonardo Hotel Nottingham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Roomzzz Nottingham City

Roomzzz Nottingham City

4 out of 5
Stanley Place, Talbot Street, Nottingham, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (881 reviews)
"Its immaculately clean, staff are great and the room is everything youwant it to be."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Roomzzz Nottingham City
St Mary's Quarters

St Mary's Quarters

4 out of 5
26-28 High Pavement, Nottingham, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Motorpoint Arena Nottingham and National ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Stunning.
"Such a beautiful place to stay. The view from the rooftop, The room was immaculate, stunning design/interior. We loved it."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

St Mary's Quarters
River Rooms Nottingham

River Rooms Nottingham

2 out of 5
4-6 Radcliffe Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, England
Stay at this apartment in Nottingham. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and a computer station. Popular attractions Motorpoint Arena Nottingham and City ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (310 reviews)
"Have stayed here before, excellent location for football or cricket, room was clean and tidy and comfortable, will definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

River Rooms Nottingham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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