Longholme Park by Bellway in Retford

Longholme Park is a new and exclusive development in Retford, Nottinghamshire. This semi-rural development – which will feature 4 and 5-bedroom homes built under our first-rate Artisan specification – will appeal to a wide range of prospective homebuyers, including young professionals and families.

Longholme Park is situated in the historical market town of Retford, Nottinghamshire. This development can be reached within a 10-minute drive of the A1, via the A620. Retford, and this development, are under the administration of Bassetlaw District Council.

However you want to spend your leisure time, and whether it’s for the full family or just for evening entertainment, there’s a huge range of options available in Retford and beyond. Less than three miles away from Longholme Park is Idle Valley, a beautiful 450-hectare nature reserve that features walking trails, lakes, and woodland. A little over a 10-minute drive away from the development is Sundown Adventureland, which is a fantastic theme park for children under 10 that boasts plenty of rides, play areas, and a whole host of other attractions. Roughly 15 miles away from Longholme Park is Yorkshire Wildlife Park, where visitors can wander and see more than 60 species of endangered animals, watch special shows and ranger talks, and take part in animal experiences.

Purchase everyday essentials with ease at one of the many supermarkets located just a short drive away from Longholme Park – as central Retford and the surrounding areas are home to a range of popular and well-known options. Retford itself is home to a wonderful market each Saturday, as well as high-street stores. However, for more variety in your browsing, there a several shopping centres within a short drive, including Priory Shopping Centre and The Court Yard shopping centre.

Well-connected Retford has a variety of options for residents when it comes to commuting to nearby towns and cities, with Retford train station and the A1 just a short drive away from Longholme Park. For car owners, travel throughout the local area is quick and convenient, as Worksop, Doncaster, Rotherham, and Sheffield are all less than an hour’s drive. Alternatively, Retford train station provides regular services heading to Doncaster, a 14-minute trip, Worksop, a 16-minute journey, Lincoln, a 42-minute ride, and Sheffield, which takes around 45 minutes.

Potential homeowners with young children will be able make the most of the highly regarded schools that are situated within just a short drive of Longholme Park. St Swithuns C of E Primary Academy, St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, and Bracken Lane Primary Academy are all less than three miles away from the development. For older children, Retford Oaks Academy and the Elizabethan Academy are only a five-minute drive away. Also within driving distance is both the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University – which are both roughly 45 minutes’ away by car.