Bassetlaw

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 
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 
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 
Important settlements in the district include:

 Worksop – the largest town
 Retford – a historic market town
 Harworth and Bircotes
 Tuxford
 Many smaller rural villages

 Economy 
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 
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 
Bassetlaw has several primary and secondary schools. Adult and vocational education is mainly provided in Retford and nearby areas.

 Healthcare 
The main hospital in the district is Bassetlaw Hospital in Worksop, which provides many local health services.

 Landmarks and places 
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 
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 
Several writers, sports players, and artists come from towns and villages across Bassetlaw.

Category:Nottinghamshire