Lord Nelson: Good quality pub dining, fantastic Victorian walled beer garden for those hot sunny afternoons and the closest pub to Westbrook Park, only a short walk from the lodges. Gainsborough Road, Winthorpe NG24 2NN.  Tel 01636 707705 (0.3 miles 2 Min)

Taylors Fine Dining: Fine dining experience if you fancy a treat, locally sourced seasonal produce. Booking in advance is essential. 25 Castle Gate, Newark, NG24 1AZ.  Tel 01636 659986 (2.4 miles 9 min)  

The Kings Head / Rose Orchard: Cantonese restaurant and traditional village pub rolled into one. Great to collect a takeaway from, sit down and enjoy a meal at a table, or simply just go for drinks in the bar area. Kings Head, 4 High Street, Collingham NG23 7LA. Tel 01636 892030 (2.7 miles 11 Min)  

Asha Tandoori Restaurant: Tasty traditional award-winning Indian cuisine, using authentic ingredients and original recipes from India. 2 Stodman street, Newark NG24 1AN. Tel 01636 702870 (2.4 miles 11min)  

The Farndon Ferry: Fantastic Bar and Bistro restaurant with A La Carte and Early Bird menus  Great for meals out, breakfasts and Sunday lunches. Located on the waterside of the river  Trent and a short walk from the marina. N End, Farndon, Newark NG24 3S. Tel 01636 551217 (6.2 miles 13 min)  

The Riverside at Farndon: Gastro Pub with good family menu and honest food, located right next door to The Farndon Ferry. N End, Farndon, Newark, NG24 3SX. Tel 01636 710990 (6.2 miles 13 min)  

The 5 bells at Bassingham: A La Carte menu in a traditional pub. Very popular so worth booking in advance, a little further away if you fancy a drive out. 17 High Street, Bassingham, Lincoln, LN5 9JZ.  Tel 01522 788269 (9.3 miles 15 min)