Bassetlaw
Bassetlaw | |
|---|---|
Local government district | |
| Country | England |
| Region | East Midlands |
| Ceremonial county | Nottinghamshire |
| Seat | Worksop |
| Government | |
| • Type | District council |
| • Body | Bassetlaw District Council |
Bassetlaw is a local government district in the north of Nottinghamshire, England. The largest town in the district is Worksop. The district also includes the historic market town of Retford. Bassetlaw is one of seven districts in Nottinghamshire.
Geography
[change | change source]Bassetlaw is close to the borders with South Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. The area has farmland, villages, woodland, and former coal mining towns. The main rivers in the district are the River Idle and the River Ryton.
History
[change | change source]The name Bassetlaw comes from one of the areas recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086. Many communities in the district grew in the 1800s, when coal mining and related industries became important. Most of the mines have now closed.
Towns and villages
[change | change source]Important settlements in the district include:
- Worksop – the largest town
- Retford – a historic market town
- Harworth and Bircotes
- Tuxford
- Many smaller rural villages
Economy
[change | change source]Modern Bassetlaw has jobs in retail, food production, warehousing, light industry, and public services. Some people travel to nearby cities such as Sheffield, Doncaster, and Nottingham for work.
Transport
[change | change source]The district is served by major roads such as the A1 and the A57. There are railway stations in Worksop and Retford, with services to Sheffield, Lincoln, and other towns.
Education
[change | change source]Bassetlaw has several primary and secondary schools. Adult and vocational education is mainly provided in Retford and nearby areas.
Healthcare
[change | change source]The main hospital in the district is Bassetlaw Hospital in Worksop, which provides many local health services.
Landmarks and places
[change | change source]Notable places in Bassetlaw include:
- Clumber Park – a large country park and former estate
- Worksop Priory – a Norman church
- Rufford Abbey – historic abbey and parkland nearby
- Idle Valley Nature Reserve – a large wildlife area near Retford
Government
[change | change source]Bassetlaw is run by Bassetlaw District Council. It is part of the ceremonial county of Nottinghamshire, and some services are provided by Nottinghamshire County Council.
Notable people
[change | change source]Several writers, sports players, and artists come from towns and villages across Bassetlaw.