Newark & Sherwood District Council

At the centre of the park is Vicar Pond, a large fishing lake that was created by the 5th Duke of Portland in the 1870's. In the past the lake has been used for boating and swimming but today it is a thriving course fishery (day tickets available). The park is also a designated local nature reserve.

Park facilities

• Large lake and abundant wildlife
• Footpaths and cycleways suitable for all abilities including the Sustrans National Route 6 and the Timberland Trail
• Visitor centre and Rumbles Café  
• Children’s play area
• Small pond (for model boats and duck feeding)
• Golden Hand sculpture 

Visitor centre and Rumbles Café

The Visitor Centre and café is run by Rumbles Catering Project - a registered charity which provides training in catering and life skills for people with learning difficulties. Rumbles can also provide outside catering for events, parties and functions.

For further details of Rumbles menus and services or to enquire about hiring the Visitor Centre facilities please call 01623 424836 or e-mail rumblescateringproject@yahoo.co.uk

Events and activities

For details of events at Vicar Water please contact Ollerton Tourism Information Centre on 01623 824545 or email ollertontic@nsdc.info

Friends of Vicar Water

The Friends of Vicar Water volunteer group is involved in helping the council to look after Vicar Water. The group meets regularly and welcomes new members. Call 01636 655713 for further details.

Voluntary parking charge

The park has a voluntary pay and display scheme. If you drive to the park you can, if you wish, make a parking donation of £1 for a day, or buy a season ticket for £20.

No-one is under any obligation to make a donation but any donations will be reinvested in the park. Everyone is still welcome to use the park, regardless of whether they make a donation or not and you won't be charged or fined if you don't buy a ticket.

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