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The route in is via the A17 to avoid congestion at the A46/showground roundabout.

Rail

East Coast Mainline from London or  the North stops at Newark Northgate Station – There is a taxi rank outside.

Cross country trains stop at Newark Castle Station with Services to Nottingham and beyond and to Lincoln Skegness or Spalding.

We will be making arrangements with a local taxi firm to pick up from the Showground to get visitors back to the Stations.

Family

The Newark Showground is located between the historic city of Lincoln and the historic town of Newark, both offering many things to do if the people with you do not want to come to the Hamfest!

Lincoln

From Roman ruins, one of the most impressive Cathedrals in Europe to all the modern shops and facilities you would expect to find in a lively city.

For more information please visit the City website – click here

Newark

A busy market town with an attractive market square, Castle ruins and picturesque riverside walks.

For more information please click here

Accommodation

There are many places to stay within easy driving distance of the Showground in all price ranges. We are currently negotiating with local hotels to offer National Hamfest discounts for 2010.