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Mansfield Museum
Museum in nearby Mansfield showing local social history, archaeology and changing life in the district through accessible galleries.
Trains from Bulwell to Kirkby in Ashfield run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 16m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 6:20 |
Last train 23:24 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 6 days |
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Museum in nearby Mansfield showing local social history, archaeology and changing life in the district through accessible galleries.
Small heritage museum preserving railway history, restored rolling stock and station buildings at a nearby preserved line.
Independent museum and gallery in Nottingham with visual art, natural history and changing exhibitions within easy reach of Kirkby.
Large country park on a former colliery site with sculpture, lakes, woodland paths and broad views over the local landscape.
Extensive former industrial landscape transformed into a park with walking and cycling trails, wildlife habitats and open viewpoints.
Popular local park with sports facilities, playgrounds and open green space, useful for a relaxed walk near the town centre.
A soft oatcake from nearby Nottinghamshire, griddled and eaten with butter or savoury fillings. It is a classic East Midlands breakfast and snack.
A rich fruit loaf from Nottinghamshire, packed with dried fruit and spices. Traditionally served sliced with butter at tea time and festive gatherings.
A blue-veined cow’s milk cheese made in Nottinghamshire and neighbouring counties. Its creamy, crumbly texture makes it a defining local cheese board choice.
Established Turkish grill serving kebabs, grilled meats and mezze in a casual modern atmosphere.
Popular town-centre Indian restaurant known for curries, tandoori dishes and a relaxed dine-in setting.
Friendly local pub restaurant offering British mains, burgers and Sunday roasts in a traditional setting.
Moderate for the UK. Accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than major UK cities, while local buses and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: 10-12.5% if service is not included. Cafés: rounding up is fine. Taxis: round up or add about 10% for good service.
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Kirkby-in-Ashfield Station -> Nottingham Station, Nottingham
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Most Bulwell to Kirkby in Ashfield trains use the Bulwell to Kirkby in Ashfield station pair. Use this guide to compare Bulwell and Kirkby in Ashfield train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bulwell has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bulwell.
Available at Bulwell: Parking.
Available at Bulwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bulwell: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Kirkby in Ashfield has practical services for this route, including Parking and Dining.
Food and drink options are available at Kirkby in Ashfield.
Available at Kirkby in Ashfield: Parking.
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