The top eight places to live in Nottinghamshire have been announced by the Muddy Stilletos website. The number one spot will be revealed by the website shortly - so we will soon see whether Edwinstowe has held on to its crown as the best place to live in the county.
In addition to Robin Hood's village, Muddy Stilettos has also listed Wollaton, Farnsfield, Beeston, Southwell, West Bridgford, Newark and Burton Joyce in the best places to live in the county. Once the winners are confirmed for each county, Muddy Stilettos readers will be able to vote in the national finals, which will begin on March 20.
Here are the eight top places to live in Nottinghamshire, according to votes collected by Muddy Stilettos.
Edwinstowe
The village of Edwinstowe, best known for Sherwood Forest and the Major Oak, was previously dubbed Nottinghamshire's best place to live. The rural location is surrounded by folklore and countryside but less than an hour from both Nottingham and Sheffield. The area is also well known for its schools and sense of community.
Wollaton
In the heart of this Nottingham suburb you will find Wollaton Hall, best known for its fantastic deer park and the home of Batman. Wollaton also has a number of pubs and restaurants. It's hugely popular with families and working couples thanks to its relaxed vibe, and although the city is close by, you can still find everything you need in Wollaton itself.
Farnsfield
This pretty village is home to a number of impressive pubs, cafes and boutique shops. Farnsfield is also full of well-rated schools and great parks, making it a great place for young families. It's also close to Sherwood Forest and other popular destinations. It was also noted by Muddy Stilettos that the Rustic Crust in Farnsfield is the place to go for incredible pizzas and Italian desserts.
Beeston
Also on the list is Beeston, recognised for being one of the coolest towns in Nottinghamshire with great cafes. Beeston is full of families, creatives and students, with the town itself having a charming theme of bees throughout. The town has its own shops and everything you would need, but Nottingham is only 10 minutes away on the tram.
Southwell
Best known for its famous 900-year-old cathedral, Southwell is loved by residents and tourists alike. The small market town has an impressive history, as well as a high street of independent stores and restaurants. There are also events held at the cathedral throughout the year, but The Workhouse and Museum of Timekeeping are also close by.
West Bridgford
West Bridgford has been deemed as an excellent commuter town due to being only three miles away from Nottingham. The town is best known for its sports and is home to Trent Bridge cricket ground and Nottingham Forest's City Ground, as well as the National Water Sports Centre nearby in Holme Pierrepoint.
Newark
This town has excellent commuter links, gorgeous Victorian and Georgian architecture, as well as its own castle. At the heart of the town is a market, which is home to a variety of different stalls on market days in addition to events throughout the year. The town is also full of history, with the castle being most famous for the death of King John in 1216, but Newark is also home to the National Civil War Centre.
Burton Joyce
Last but by no means least is Burton Joyce, a pretty village that sits close to the River Trent. The village has lots of wide open spaces due to there being so much greenbelt land nearby, but it is also home to some great local businesses and schools. It's also not far from Gedling Country Park or Floralands Farm Park.
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