Cover illustration is an artist’s impression. Updated 24 October 2026.
One area with several distinct neighbourhoods
Ollerton and Boughton sit in north Nottinghamshire, between Mansfield and Newark. A useful introduction starts by distinguishing the older riverside village of Ollerton from New Ollerton and neighbouring Boughton: together they offer a mixture of local shops, services and residential neighbourhoods.
The town council describes communities shaped first by farming and later by coal mining. That working history is part of the area’s character alongside its position near Sherwood Forest. This directory brings local businesses and community groups into one place, while keeping each listing’s own location clear.
Explore the older village by the River Maun
Around the older village, the River Maun, watermill and streets near St Giles Church provide a different setting from the shopping streets of New Ollerton. The local Ollerton Village community website documents the watermill, memorial garden and village history, making it a useful starting point for a slower look around.
Treat a walk here as an introduction to the village rather than a promise that every historic building is open to visitors. Check current access and business information before planning a visit around a particular venue.
A starting point for the Sherwood area
Nearby Edwinstowe is a gateway to Sherwood Forest, while Sherwood Pines and Rufford Abbey offer different kinds of woodland and parkland visits. They are separate destinations, so check the correct entrance and visitor information rather than assuming one car park serves the whole Sherwood area.
For day-to-day needs, use the directory’s area pages to find a business near home, then check its listing and website for the services it actually provides.
The villages and wider area we cover
Our coverage follows the places already included in this directory. Alongside Ollerton & Boughton, that includes Edwinstowe, Clipstone, Bilsthorpe, Wellow, Walesby and Rufford, plus Annesley, Newstead, Blidworth and Huthwaite.
These places do not all share the same local council area. The directory’s coverage is a way of finding businesses and services, not a statement about administrative boundaries or a claim that every place is within walking distance of Ollerton.
Plan the journey as well as the visit
For a first visit, choose a destination and check its own travel, parking and accessibility information. Woodland paths, village streets and larger visitor attractions can have quite different surfaces and facilities.
If you need a local garage, taxi or another practical service, browse the relevant category and contact the business directly. A directory listing is a starting point for making arrangements, not a booking or an assurance of availability.
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