Useful Links
Wollaton Historical Conservation Community Page
Our new community group on Facebook for sharing information about news and events in, or relevant to, Wollaton. We have a particular focus on historical and conservation aspects but welcome information on any community projects or activities.
Wollaton Historical & Conservation Community Page
Friends of Wollaton Park (FoWP)
A community of like-minded individuals whose aim is to make Wollaton Park a better place for all.
www.friendsofwollatonpark.org.uk
Wollaton Walled Garden Project
More information on this exciting project is available through the following link.
www.friendsofwollatonpark.org.uk/walled-garden
Wollaton Natural History Society
Conservation of wildlife habitat and indigenous species is as important as the conservation of buildings. When either are lost, they are lost for ever.
(WHaCS supports Wollaton Natural History Society.)
Meeting on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm in St Leonard’s Community Centre.
www.spanglefish.com/WollatonNaturalHistory
Friends of Wollaton Local Nature Reserve
A Facebook group for what goes on behind the scenes at Martin's Pond, Harrison Plantation & Raleigh Pond - and how to get involved.
Friends of Wollaton Local Nature Reserve
Nottingham Local History Association
For information on all Nottinghamshire Historical Societies and research groups, and a full programme of activities throughout Nottingham City and the County.
Graham Woodward*
A great authority on local history and chair of the Nottingham Civic Society. This site has many photographs and details how you may purchase the various books he has written on Nottingham (inc. various ones on Wollaton).
Wollaton Hall
The main public website page for Wollaton Hall.
Nottingham Industrial Museum (Wollaton Park)
Ranked number 4 of over 220 things to do in Nottingham. Find out more about our exciting industrial heritage.
www.nottinghamindustrialmuseum.org.uk
Thoroton Society of Nottinghamshire*
This is the county’s principal historical and archaeological society.
Nottingham Civic Society
An organisation founded in 1962, caring about the city and dedicated to make it a better place in which to live, to work and relax.
www.nottinghamcivicsociety.org.uk
The Wollaton Antiphonal
A large bound manuscript intended for use in church services. Created in 1430 and bought for St Leonard's parish church in 1460. The 'Virtual Antiphonal' can be seen on a kiosk in the church and more details (including a web version) are provided through the The Nottingham University website.
Nottingham University: The Wollaton Antiphonal
The History of St Leonard's Church
A great website giving the church history as part of the Southwell & Nottingham Church History Project.
www.southwellchurches.nottingham.ac.uk
Nottinghamshire Historic Churches Trust
Raising money to grant-aid the historic churches and chapels of Nottinghamshire since 1987.
www.nottshistoricchurchestrust.org.uk
* Websites still on HTTP versus the newer HTTPS. (Therefore you might find you need to confirm it is safe to visit them on your device and browser of choice.)
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Page Last Updated: 19 May 2025