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The Market Place (one of Nottinghamshire's finest), the Pilgrim Fathers connection (the Mayflower Pilgrims met at nearby Babworth church), the Chesterfield Canal, and a Nottinghamshire market town of historic significance
A little history
The Pilgrim Fathers who sailed on the Mayflower to America in 1620 worshipped at Babworth church near Retford. The group around William Brewster formed their separatist congregation in this area. Retford has one of the finest market places in Nottinghamshire.
Babworth church for the Pilgrim Fathers connection — genuinely moving. The Market Place for local produce. The Chesterfield Canal towpath walk. The town centre for good independent shopping.
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Retford has good independent cafes and restaurants. The market for local Nottinghamshire produce. Local food is good.
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Retford is a place in Nottinghamshire known for the Market Place (one of Nottinghamshire's finest), the Pilgrim Fathers connection (the Mayflower Pilgrims met at nearby Babworth church), the Chesterfield Canal, and a Nottinghamshire market town of historic significance. The Pilgrim Fathers who sailed on the Mayflower to America in 1620 worshipped at Babworth church near Retford. The population is around 21,000.
Retford has good independent cafes and restaurants. The market for local Nottinghamshire produce. Local food is good.
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Roam covers Retford and the surrounding area in Nottinghamshire, including Ordsall, Babworth, Gamston, Grove, Clarborough, Hayton, Moorgate and Welham.
